Amtech 3-in-1 Stud, Metal & Live Wire Detector
Amtech 3-in-1 Stud, Metal & Live Wire Detector is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Product Information
Product Information
Amtech 3-in-1 Stud, Metal & Live Wire Detector
The drill goes in, and then you find out what was behind the plasterboard. This little Amtech detector is the five-minute job that stops that happening — run it across the wall first and it will tell you where the timber studs, the hidden metal and, most importantly, the live AC cables are.
Three modes on one toggle switch, with both an audible beep and a visual indicator so you don't have to keep your eye on the unit while you're working at arm's length. The body is flat-backed to sit flush against the wall as you sweep, and it runs off a 9V PP3 battery, which is supplied in the pack — so it's ready to use the moment you open it.
It's the sort of tool that lives in the drawer and earns its place twice a year: hanging a heavy mirror, putting up shelves, fitting a TV bracket, or working out where the noggins are before you start.
Product Details
- Three detection modes in one unit — wooden studs, metal, and live AC cables
- Simple toggle switch to change between modes
- Audible and visual alerts — you hear it as well as see it
- Flat body designed to sit flush to the wall while scanning
- 9V PP3 battery supplied — no extra purchase needed
- Compact enough to keep in a toolbox or kitchen drawer
- Worth a sweep before any drilling into a plastered or stud wall
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Amtech |
| Model | L4505 |
| Detection Modes | 3 — stud (timber), metal, live AC cable |
| Mode Selection | Toggle switch |
| Alerts | Audible and visual |
| Power Source | 9V PP3 battery |
| Battery Included | Yes — supplied in the pack |
Perfect For
- Anyone about to drill into a plasterboard or stud wall
- Hanging shelves, mirrors, radiators or a TV bracket safely
- Finding the stud centres before fixing anything heavy
- Checking for cable runs above sockets and switches
- Keeping in the toolbox as a cheap bit of insurance
- A practical addition to a first-home or new-house toolkit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does it come with a battery?
Yes — a 9V PP3 battery is supplied with the detector, so there's nothing else to buy before you can use it.
Will it work on a solid block or brick wall?
The stud mode is designed for timber framing behind plasterboard, so it's at its most useful on stud walls and dry-lined walls. The metal and live-cable modes are still worth running over a plastered solid wall before you drill.
Is it safe to rely on it around electrics?
Use it as a first check, not the only one. No consumer detector is infallible, so isolate the circuit at the board if you're drilling anywhere near a known cable run, and get an electrician in if you're unsure.
What do the three modes actually find?
Stud mode locates timber framing behind plasterboard, metal mode picks up hidden metal, and the live AC mode flags mains cables. You change between them on a single toggle switch, and each one alerts you with both a beep and a visual indicator.
Specifications
Specifications
Delivery / Click & Collect / Returns
Delivery / Click & Collect / Returns
DELIVERY FEES & TIMESCALES
| Standard Shipping | Fee | Delivery Length |
|---|---|---|
| Orders over €100 (Non-Bulky Items) | FREE | 3-5 business days |
| Orders under €100 (Non-Bulky Items) | €6.99 | 3-5 business days |
| Express Delivery for Non-Bulky Items | €9.99 | 2-3 business days |
White Goods Delivery & Appliance Removal
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| Large Bulky Items | Fee | Delivery Time |
|---|---|---|
| Outside 20km | ||
| - White Goods and Large TVs | €39.99 | 5-14 business days |
| - All other Bulky Items | €49.99 | 5-12 business days |
| - Extra Bulky Items | €99.99 | 5-12 business days |
| Inside 20km | ||
| - Large Bulky Items | €20.00 | 3-5 business days |
Shipping per Item: For standard-sized deliveries that may take multiple parcels
| Items | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 item | €6.99 |
| 2 items | €14.00 |
| 3 items | €21.00 |
| 4 Items | €28.00 |
| 5 items | €35.00 |
| 6 items | €42.00 |
| Note: Anything else will be charged the Bulky items rate. |
Delivery Terms for Appliances and Old Appliance Removal
If you purchase a washing machine or any other appliance and request the removal of your old appliance, please specify this in the comment section at checkout. Ensure that your old appliance is disconnected and placed outside the premises, ready for collection.
Please note that our drivers can only deliver to your doorstep and are not permitted to enter your property.
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Large Bulky Items and Large Appliances delivered by courier.
| - Large home appliances, Fridge freezers/Washing Machines/Dryers/cookers, etc. | 5-10 working days for nationwide delivery |
| - Note: Ensure old appliance is disconnected and outside premises ready for return. | Text notification before the day of delivery with an estimated time |
| - Drivers can only deliver to your doorstep and cannot enter your property. | Assistance required for large items. | Some bulky items may be delivered on a pallet. We regret that we’re unable to collect the empty pallet after delivery, and kindly ask that you make arrangements for its disposal. Thank you for your understanding. |
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How it works
- Receive an email confirming your order.
- Your order will be processed by our website team.
- Receive a text message confirming that your order is ready for collection.
- No Click & Collect Order can be picked up unless you have the text message confirming that it's ready for collection.
CLICK & COLLECT Pick up Point
Open Mon to Sat from 9.30am to 5.30pm

| Local Delivery | Fee | Delivery Length |
|---|---|---|
| Products within 20km (Min Order €20) | €5.99 | 3-5 business days |
RETURNS
Damaged and Faulty Goods
If your goods are damaged or faulty, we will replace the goods free of charge. If you do not want a replacement, delivery charges may be incurred to collect the item from you. Do not install any damaged items. This counts as acceptance of goods and the item is then non-returnable and non-refundable. Damaged goods must be reported within 48 hours of delivery, please contact us by emailing websales@beattys.ie or by phone on (091) 841403. In the event that goods are received in a damaged state please retain the product together with any packaging and contact us within 48 hours of receipt with photographic evidence. In the case of an item being faulty we may require an inspection by a manufacturer's qualified engineer to be carried out on the item in the location where it is installed. This is so the nature of the fault can be ascertained before we can arrange for a replacement.
All products leave our premises in perfect condition. The customer must notify the carrier (or postman) of even the slightest trace of damage (holes, signs of crushing, etc.) to the parcel, and refuse the package if necessary.
Unwanted Goods
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You have the choice of returning the goods via your own means ( Beattys of Loughrea, Church Street, Loughrea, Co. Galway) or requesting that we collect them. If you request collection, we will collect the goods on the next available date that one of our delivery vehicles is in your area. You have a duty of care while the goods are in your possession and we reserve the right to charge you for any damage that may have occurred during this period.
We reserve the right to apply re-handling charges for returned items under some circumstances:
- The goods received back are 'as new' but incomplete; i.e. missing components and/or accessories.
- The returned products are missing their original packaging.
- The cancellation was requested after the 14 day notification period.
We do not accept returns and will not provide refunds under the following circumstances:
- The goods you wish to return are in any condition other than 'as new'.
- The goods have been installed and/or used.
- Cables have been cut or terminated.
Refunds will be reimbursed within 30 working days of the cancellation date.
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