A colour display separates stud readings from metal indications and warnings of possible live AC wiring.
Zircon has introduced Aura, a rechargeable stud finder designed to give homeowners more information about what a wall scan picks up. The tool marks the edges and centre of wood and metal studs and can flag other objects behind typical interior drywall.
The colour display uses blue for detected metal and red to warn that live AC wiring may be present. A separate SpotLite pointer projects a red arrow onto the wall at the stud location. The display helps users interpret the scan, while the arrow gives them a point to mark.
Zircon lists a detection depth of up to 1½ inches behind typical interior drywall. It says other objects, such as pipes, ductwork or brackets, can also register during a scan. The readings provide clues about what may be behind the wall, and the manufacturer’s instructions explain how to verify findings before drilling.
Aura has a contoured grip and a built-in battery that recharges over USB-C. The design brings together two parts of a mounting job that are easy to overlook: understanding the reading and transferring the location to the wall.
