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Stud Finders (90 items)

C.H. Hanson Magnetic Stud Finder, 2 1/2 in Overall Height, 1 5/16 in Overall Width, 13/16 in Overall Depth 3040
C.H. Hanson

Magnetic Stud Finder, 2 1/2 in Overall Height, 1 5/16 in Overall Width, 13/16 in Overall Depth

Zoro # G9078264
Mfr # 3040
product price:  $14.89
/ea
Klein Tools Electronic Stud Finder with Lasers ESF150LL
Klein Tools

Electronic Stud Finder with Lasers

Zoro # G314643020
Mfr # ESF150LL
product price:  $64.99
/ea
Bosch Wall/Floor Scanner, Electronic, +/-10mm D-TECT 120
Bosch

Wall/Floor Scanner, Electronic, +/-10mm

Zoro # G9750903
Mfr # D-TECT 120
product price:  $399.00
/ea
No Product Image Available
Franklin Sensors

Stud Finder, LED, Visual

Zoro # G414841111
Mfr # FSM21023MP
product price:  $65.89
/ea
Zircon Multifunction Scanner, Stud Finder 65244
Zircon

Multifunction Scanner, Stud Finder

Zoro # G7568486
Mfr # 65244
product price:  $125.99
/ea
Zircon Electronic Stud Finder, Multifunction 61961
Zircon

Electronic Stud Finder, Multifunction

Zoro # G1078217
Mfr # 61961
product price:  $37.15
/ea
Klein Tools Magnetic Stud Finder, PK/2 MSF1002
Klein Tools

Magnetic Stud Finder, PK/2

Zoro # G114643015
Mfr # MSF1002
product price:  $24.98
/pk 2, $12.49/ea
No Product Image Available
Bosch

Wall Scanner, AA Alkaline/Li-Ion, IP 54

Zoro # G314936146
Mfr # GMS120-27
product price:  $119.00
/ea
Zircon Electronic Stud Finder W/AC Detection 61981
Zircon

Electronic Stud Finder W/AC Detection

Zoro # G1530575
Mfr # 61981
product price:  $32.19
/ea
Makita Multi-Surface Scanner, 12 in W DWD181ZJ
Makita

Multi-Surface Scanner, 12 in W

Zoro # G701212648
Mfr # DWD181ZJ
product price:  $1,799.00
/ea
Zircon Electronic Stud Finder, Prof, Multiscan 66253
Zircon

Electronic Stud Finder, Prof, Multiscan

Zoro # G5392371
Mfr # 66253
product price:  $83.49
/ea
Zircon Zircon StudSensor SL 5.57 in. L X 2.34 in. W Stud Finder 3/4 in. 1 pc 61897
Zircon

Zircon StudSensor SL 5.57 in. L X 2.34 in. W Stud Finder 3/4 in. 1 pc

Zoro # G100463399
Mfr # 61897
product price:  $21.49
/ea
Stanley Stud Sensor, Electronic, 3/4 In, LED 77-050
Stanley

Stud Sensor, Electronic, 3/4 In, LED

Zoro # G4561636
Mfr # 77-050
product price:  $14.59
/ea
Johnson Level & Tool Magnetic Stud Finder 160
Johnson Level & Tool

Magnetic Stud Finder

Zoro # G1111223
Mfr # 160
product price:  $9.35
/ea
Kreg Magnetic Stud Finder with Laser-Mark, Detectable Material: Metal, Wood KMM1000LZ
Kreg

Magnetic Stud Finder with Laser-Mark, Detectable Material: Metal, Wood

Zoro # G413771754
Mfr # KMM1000LZ
product price:  $39.99
/ea
Stanley Electronic, Stud Sensor, 1-1/2 in. Depth FMHT77407
Stanley

Electronic, Stud Sensor, 1-1/2 in. Depth

Zoro # G8568244
Mfr # FMHT77407
product price:  $52.19
/ea
Bai Franklin Sensors T13 Professional Stud Finder 129317
Bai

Franklin Sensors T13 Professional Stud Finder

Zoro # G615087158
Mfr # 129317
product price:  $78.95
/ea
Craftsman Hi-Vis Stud Sensor CMHT77633
Craftsman

Hi-Vis Stud Sensor

Zoro # G905971709
Mfr # CMHT77633
product price:  $10.98
/ea
Zircon Studsensor, Contractor 61899
Zircon

Studsensor, Contractor

Zoro # G1188975
Mfr # 61899
product price:  $22.99
/ea
C.H. Hanson C.H. Hanson 03040 4.625 in. L X 1.5 in. W Magnetic Stud Finder 2 in. 1 pc 03040
C.H. Hanson

C.H. Hanson 03040 4.625 in. L X 1.5 in. W Magnetic Stud Finder 2 in. 1 pc

Zoro # G300536848
Mfr # 03040
product price:  $16.89
/ea
Zircon Electronic Stud Finder, Prof, Multiscan 61910
Zircon

Electronic Stud Finder, Prof, Multiscan

Zoro # G0242085
Mfr # 61910
product price:  $68.95
/ea
Stanley Stud Sensor, 3/4 In, Livewire Detection STHT77406
Stanley

Stud Sensor, 3/4 In, Livewire Detection

Zoro # G5294021
Mfr # STHT77406
product price:  $37.99
/ea
Bai Franklin Sensors M92 Professional Stud Finder 129316
Bai

Franklin Sensors M92 Professional Stud Finder

Zoro # G315087151
Mfr # 129316
product price:  $63.75
/ea
No Product Image Available
Makita

Multi-Surface Scanner Kit, 18V Lithium

Zoro # G515189969
Mfr # DWD181R1J
product price:  $1,849.00
/ea
Zircon Stud Sensor, 9 V Battery, 34 in Detection, Detectable Material MetalWood 62168
Zircon

Stud Sensor, 9 V Battery, 34 in Detection, Detectable Material MetalWood

Zoro # G307680346
Mfr # 62168
product price:  $20.95
/ea
Zircon Metal Detector, Electronic, Up to 4 In, 9V 64068
Zircon

Metal Detector, Electronic, Up to 4 In, 9V

Zoro # G3740931
Mfr # 64068
product price:  $49.85
/ea
No Product Image Available
Triplett

Wall Scanner with Color Display

Zoro # G816424066
Mfr # WS230
product price:  $106.99
/ea
No Product Image Available
Franklin Sensors

Stud Finder, LED, Visual

Zoro # G114841107
Mfr # FSM13203MP
product price:  $62.19
/ea
Klein Tools Magnetic Stud Finder MSF100
Klein Tools

Magnetic Stud Finder

Zoro # G714643019
Mfr # MSF100
product price:  $14.99
/ea
Zircon StudSensor Series Stud Finder, 9 V Battery, 19 mm Detection, Detectable Material: Metal/Wood 69585
Zircon

StudSensor Series Stud Finder, 9 V Battery, 19 mm Detection, Detectable Material: Metal/Wood

Zoro # G514657940
Mfr # 69585
product price:  $34.99
/ea
Zircon StudSensor Pro35 SL Stud Finder with Level 69649
Zircon

StudSensor Pro35 SL Stud Finder with Level

Zoro # G711382478
Mfr # 69649
product price:  $34.35
/ea
Franklin Sensors T6 Pro Stud Finder FST602
Franklin Sensors

T6 Pro Stud Finder

Zoro # G014829120
Mfr # FST602
product price:  $38.45
/ea
Franklin Sensors T13 Pro Stud Finder FST1302MP
Franklin Sensors

T13 Pro Stud Finder

Zoro # G914829183
Mfr # FST1302MP
product price:  $82.29
/ea
Klein Tools Electronic Stud Finder ESF100
Klein Tools

Electronic Stud Finder

Zoro # G914643017
Mfr # ESF100
product price:  $39.99
/ea
Zircon Zircon International StudSensor 70 Stud Finder, 9 V Battery, Detectable Material: Metal/Wood 69987
Zircon

Zircon International StudSensor 70 Stud Finder, 9 V Battery, Detectable Material: Metal/Wood

Zoro # G814657787
Mfr # 69987
product price:  $57.59
/ea
Master Magnetics RED Magnet Stud Finder 7612
Master Magnetics

RED Magnet Stud Finder

Zoro # G908234450
Mfr # 7612
product price:  $14.89
/ea
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About Stud Finders

Stud Finders are essential tools used to accurately detect the location of studs and joists behind walls, floors, and ceilings. They help to ensure that any holes or fixtures that need to be drilled into a wall are placed in the right location.

Types of Stud Finders

There are many different types of Stud Finders available on the market today. Some models such as the Black & Decker SF100 Wood Stud Finder, Johnson Stud Finder Plus, or Zircon vs Stanley Stud Finder are designed for commercial use and can locate metal studs in thicker walls. Non-magnetic stud finders such as electronic stud finders or stud sensors may be better suited for lighter materials like drywall.

How Stud Finders Are Made

Stud Finders are typically made from plastic and feature an array of sensors including magnets, infrared light beams, capacitive probes, and ultrasonic waves. These technologies work together to identify where a hidden object is located behind a wall surface.

Industries That Use Stud Finders

Stud Finders are commonly used by contractors, electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and other professionals who need to accurately locate objects behind walls. They can also be used by homeowners who want to hang pictures or shelves without damaging their walls.

Find the Stud Finders You Need at Zoro

Looking for a specific item? Use our robust search tool to find it by name or keyword, or use our handy filters to narrow down our full assortment. You can also check out our whole selection of Stud Finders along with other tools or equipment to ensure you have all you need to tackle the job, especially if you're taking on a DIY project for the first time.

Plus, when you shop at Zoro, you'll always enjoy competitive prices on tons of great brands you know and trust. We make the shopping experience as fast and seamless as possible with free shipping on orders over $50 for registered users, Net 30 payment terms for qualifying customers, and an unparalleled customer service experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stud finders use electromagnetism or capacitance to detect the presence of metal or wood studs behind walls. They emit a magnetic field or radio waves and measure the changes in the field caused by the presence of studs.

There are two main types of stud finders: magnetic stud finders and electronic stud finders. Magnetic stud finders use a magnet to detect the presence of metal studs, while electronic stud finders use capacitance or electromagnetic induction to detect the presence of both metal and wood studs.

The accuracy of stud finders can vary depending on the type of stud finder, the material of the wall, and the skill of the user. In general, magnetic stud finders are more accurate at detecting metal studs, while electronic stud finders are more accurate at detecting wood studs. All stud finders are less accurate at detecting studs through thick or dense materials.

Here are a few tips for using stud finders: - Start by calibrating the stud finder according to the manufacturer's instructions. - Move the stud finder slowly and evenly across the wall, keeping it parallel to the suspected stud location. - When the stud finder detects a stud, it will typically emit a beep or light up a light. Mark the location of the stud with a pencil or tape. - Repeat the process in multiple locations to confirm the presence of the stud.

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