Extech Instruments
ActiveOverview
Extech Instruments produces handheld test, measurement, and inspection tools for professionals, tradespersons, and DIY users in electrical, mechanical, HVAC/R, maintenance, safety, and environmental applications.13 The brand offers meters, testers, dataloggers, detectors, borescopes, and calibrators, sold in over 100 countries through distributors.1 It maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification and provides pre-sales support, technical assistance, repairs, and NIST-traceable calibration services.1
History
Extech Instruments was founded in 1971, focusing on test and measurement tools.13 The company name reflects its commitment to excellence in technology.1 In 2007, it was acquired by Teledyne FLIR, a provider of infrared thermal imaging solutions.1
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Meters and Testers | Handheld tools for electrical testing | $50 - $500 |
| Environmental Meters | Measurement for air quality and conditions | $100 - $800 |
| HVAC/R Tools | Instruments for heating, ventilation, and refrigeration | $150 - $600 |
| Dataloggers | Data recording devices for monitoring | $200 - $1,000 |
| Borescopes and Detectors | Inspection tools for hard-to-reach areas | $100 - $700 |
Manufacturing
Extech is described as one of the largest manufacturers of handheld test and measurement tools, with ISO 9001:2015 certification indicating standardized quality processes.1 Specific manufacturing locations and in-house versus outsourced details are not specified in available sources.
Notable Products
- Multimeters - Handheld devices for electrical measurements and troubleshooting.
- Clamp Meters - Tools for current measurement without circuit disconnection.
- Infrared Thermometers - Non-contact temperature measurement instruments.
- Moisture Meters - Detectors for water damage assessment in remediation.
- Sound Level Meters - Devices for noise measurement in environmental applications.
Reputation
Extech tools are trusted by professionals for daily use in troubleshooting across multiple applications, supported by a global distributor network.13 The brand is recognized for high feature-to-value ratio and quality backed by ISO certification and NIST-traceable calibrations.1 No specific criticisms are noted in available sources.