Stanley Stud Sensors (Solarwide) – Shock Hazard (2009)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Stanley® Stud Sensors 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensors 400
Brand
Solarwide Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Solarwide Industrial Ltd., of Hong Kong is recalling Stanley® Stud Sensors 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensors 400. The hazard is: The stud sensor can fail to calibrate properly and detect AC electrical wires behind the wall, posin. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The recalled stud sensor models include the Stanley® Stud Sensor 200 and Stanley® FatMax® Stud Sensor 400 with model numbers 77-720 and 77-730. The model number is located in a slide-out reference guide found in the base of the sensor's handle. The sensors are made of black plastic with a wide yellow stripe down the center. "Stanley" or "FatMax" are printed on the front of the product. A date code is printed on the inside of the battery cover. Affected sensors have date codes that do not begin with the letter "R."
Reported concern (CPSC)
The stud sensor can fail to calibrate properly and detect AC electrical wires behind the wall, posing a shock hazard to the user.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should contact Stanley to determine if their stud sensor is included in the recall and to receive a free replacement sensor.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026