





The Zircon StudSensor A150 Wall Scanner and Stud Finder delivers advanced stud detection with precision and safety in mind. Designed to locate the center and edges of wood and metal studs, it also features WireWarning® Detection to alert you to live, unshielded AC wires hidden behind walls. The Signal Strength Indicator helps you identify the stud’s proximity for more accurate readings, while the easy-to-read LCD display and ergonomic grip ensure comfortable, reliable use. Ideal for hanging shelves, mounting TVs, or completing remodeling projects, the A150 provides professional-grade accuracy in a compact, user-friendly tool. IMPORTANT: WireWarning Detection is a safety alert, not a wire locator. It warns of live, unshielded AC wiring nearby but does not identify exact wire position. For precise wire locating, choose a model with AC Scan Mode.
ACCURATE STUD DETECTION – Detect with Confidence: Precisely identifies both the center and edges of wood and metal studs up to ¾ inch deep, ensuring secure and accurate placement of nails, screws, and anchors. The advanced sensor technology delivers consistent readings, reducing the chance of false positives and helping you make every installation strong and stable.
ADVANCED WIREWARNING TECHNOLOGY – Smart Safety Scanning: Equipped with integrated WireWarning technology that detects live, unshielded AC electrical wires up to 2 inches deep, this feature enhances safety by alerting you before you drill or cut. It’s an essential safeguard for anyone working on renovation, electrical, or carpentry projects where hidden wiring may be present.
SIGNAL STRENGTH INDICATOR: The intuitive signal strength meter displays real-time detection intensity, allowing you to estimate the stud’s exact position and depth with greater confidence. As the signal grows stronger, you know you’re directly over the stud—making it easy to pinpoint the most secure anchor point for heavy or valuable items.
CLEAR LCD DISPLAY AND ERGONOMIC DESIGN– Built for Comfort and Control: The easy-to-read LCD screen provides clear visual indicators for stud edges, centers, and live wires, eliminating confusion during scanning. Combined with a soft, contoured grip and balanced body design, it offers steady control and comfort for long periods of use on walls, ceilings, or other surfaces.
PERFECT FOR DIY AND PROFESSIONAL APPLICATIONS: Perfect for mounting flat-screen TVs, installing shelving, hanging mirrors or artwork, and performing detailed construction work. Requires one 9V battery (not included) to deliver powerful, consistent energy for precise, reliable scanning and long-lasting operation.
IMPORTANT: WireWarning Detection is a safety alert, not a wire locator. It warns of live, unshielded AC wiring nearby but does not identify exact wire position. For precise wire locating, choose a model with AC Scan Mode.
13 reviews for Zircon StudSensor A150 Wall Scanner and Center/Edge Locating Stud Finder with WireWarning Detection and Signal Strength Indicator, Center Finding
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Tim S –
Works good
Good stud finder for the money. It’s easy to use and does a good job at locating studs in the wall. The size is not bad as it fits comfortably in my hand with no problems. The accuracy for the most part is good but like almost every one of these I’ve used, it’ll always have its moments where it doesn’t seem to do right. But it ends up working out fine and gets the job done.
Donald P –
Wall Scanner and Center/Edge Locating Stud Finder
Great stud finder that also will show you where there are electrical wires. Used this to place another electrical outlet up higher on the wall for my wall mounted TV. Was very accurate in finding the stud and let me know there was a live wire right next to the stud so that I didn’t cut into the wire when cutting the hole in the sheetrock. Easy to use, screen is easy to read, works well. Great buy!
D. Clark –
Make sure you use new batteries
I thought this product would be easy to use, but I continually kept getting error messages and beeping. It does not seem very reliable or accurateUpdate: After reading online, it seems that the malfunctioning may have been caused by the fact that the battery I was using was a few years old (although unused). I replaced with a newly purchased battery, and it seems to be working fine now. I like that the light arrow shows you where the edge of the stud is
Razz –
Nice stud finder!!
Works sweet!
Brian White –
Stud Finder
Works great
Johnny G –
Issues consistently finding the studs
I have used this brand in the past since its always available and affordable in store but this one had difficulty finding the studs. It would say there is a stud there at one point then we would pass over the same spot and it would not light up so i’m not sure how accurate it is. It is very light so it does not make your work bag any heavier but If there is a better quality version out there i would spend more money on it.
Larry Strickland –
Stud finder
Works as expected
Eddie Jerrell –
Stud finder
Worked as advertised
Ricardo sitta –
Não presta
k4my4b –
I’ve bought a few stud finders under a $100 including renowned brands but none actually came even remotely close to this thing. It does the job and it does it well, 100% recommended!
Jake –
Worked as expected found the stud
Angry customer –
Useless garbage, hits a stud every time I use this stud finder
Ali Haider –
Above the expectations really helpful & quickly delivered