See the Whole Stud with the Hart Professional Stud Finder
There are a lot of reasons you need to find a stud on a finished wall. No matter what project is on your list, the Hart Tools Professional 9-LED Stud Finder is an easy-to-use and accurate option.
Pros
- No calibration needed
- Easy operation
- Detects the full width of wood and metal studs
- Detects live AC wire
- Excellent value
- Made in the USA with global materials
Cons
- Doesn’t detect studs in plaster walls
Hart Tool Professional Stud Finder Basics
Ask a professional about the best stud finder he or she uses, and you’re bound to hear Franklin Sensors come up frequently. Hart uses Franklin technology for this model and that gives us a lot of confidence before even taking it out of the box.
The unit runs on a pair of AAA batteries (not included). The battery access is on the front and doesn’t require a screwdriver to open.
Hart Professional Stud Finder Operation
Once you have the batteries in, the operation is simple. Just press the Hart Professional Stud Finder flat against the wall, hold down the blue button in the center, and slide it along the wall. No-mar strips on the back prevent you from marking up the wall.
Pro Tip: Keep your hand and fingers away from the wall to avoid false detections.
When you come across a stud, you’ll see red LEDs mark the full width. A standard stud will light up 3 bars. There’s a notch in the middle of the finder to help you mark the center of the stud.
If you happen to come across live AC behind the drywall, yellow lightning bolt LEDs light up on both sides to warn you.
The sensors in this model are capable of detecting wood or metal studs up to 1 1/2 inches deep behind drywall. This type of stud finder isn’t reliable on plaster walls, though.
Hart Professional Stud Finder Price
The Hart Professional Stud Finder is very similar to the professional models we use in both form and function. Where Hart has an advantage is in price. It’s just $26.84 at Walmart. You can order it online and many local stores have them in stock.
The Bottom Line
If you’re looking to get away from magnetic stud finders and shift to a whole stud electronic style, it’s hard to argue with the performance and price of the Hart Professional 9-LED Stud Finder. It’s accurate and easy to use. We can’t ask for much more than that!
Specifications
- Model: Hart HART9PRO
- Power Source: 2 x AAA batteries
- Sensors: 9
- Max Detection Depth: 1 1/2 inches
- Storage Temperature: 0° – 120° F
- Operating Temperature: 32° – 110° F
- Dimensions: 5 1/2 x 2 3/4 inches
- Price: $26.84
- Warranty: 1 year
Check out more details at Hart’s website.
