While checking into a AFCI question I came across some interesting info.

There is no such thing as an AFCI tester, only AFCI indicators. :shock:

Check out this article from the IAEI, (International Association Of Electrical Inspectors)

http://www.iaei.org/magazine/05_c/pauley.htm

Here is the last paragraph of the Article

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The bottom line is that the test button on the AFCI is the only recognized method for testing the proper operation of the AFCI. An AFCI indicator may be a nice way to determine if a particular circuit is connected to an AFCI, but it provides no definitive answer on whether an AFCI is properly working or not.

Anyone here spend good money on a 'Tester' only to find it is an 'Indicator'?

Why is it that all things AFCI associated are questionable? [Linked Image]

Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts