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!!!!!
I don't know if that's the kind of answer kyle's looking for, but I feel like I should go sit in the corner for not thinking of it - cause that was my top choice in the favorite tools category!! Maybe because we're in the Theory section. [Linked Image]

Kyle,

If that'll do what you want there's several different styles and brands that light up or make a sound when brought close to 'live' wires. They may be called 'Voltage Proximity Testers'

A lot easier than Kirlian Photography! [Linked Image]

Fluke Model Shown Below
The Tip glows Red when close to a Live Wire.
[Linked Image from fluke.com]

Bill

[This message has been edited by Bill Addiss (edited 03-21-2001).]

Bill