UEi Test Instruments

What UEi Test Instruments does

UEi Test Instruments, operating under the legal entity Kane USA Inc., is a privately held manufacturer and retailer of professional-grade electronic test and measurement instruments founded in 1954 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. The company serves the HVAC/R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration), combustion analysis, and electrical testing industries, targeting professional technicians and contractors — including residential/commercial service technicians and industrial boiler/HVAC technicians. Its product portfolio spans combustion analyzers (ACA, C160/C161/C163/C165+/C165+N, COA, HET, CEA, and the Kane-branded KANE460, KANE958, KANE988), clamp meters (DL369 through DL599), multimeters (DM505/DM515/DM525), insulation resistance testers (IRT803/IRT807), manometers (EM152/EM201B/EM720), infrared and dual-input thermometers, the UEiCLiP personal CO monitor, and a broad range of accessories and replacement consumables.

The company's technical differentiation centers on proprietary sensing and connectivity: an H2-compensated 10,000 ppm CO sensor with NOx filtering and purge-pump protection for accurate combustion analysis, proprietary KANE LINK wireless probe connectivity (e.g., WPC2 wireless pipe clamp probes), the KANE LIVE mobile app for data logging and email reporting, and Low-Z input protection on clamp meters. Products carry an extensive certification stack (EN 50379 Parts 1–3, CE, RoHS, REACH, NSF, UL/ETL, IP42/IP67), and combustion analyzer sensors are installed and calibrated at an ISO-certified laboratory in Indianapolis.

Commercially, UEi generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales (combustion analyzers priced roughly $67–$639, clamp meters, multimeters, and accessories) supplemented by recurring-style revenue streams: NIST-traceable and ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration services (~$125–$350) and the Service+ extended warranty and recertification program (up to 10-year coverage with same-day guaranteed recertification; ACA Service+ priced $255.99 year one to $455.02 for a five-year option). Go-to-market is a channel-partner motion built on an authorized US distributor network (with dedicated coverage for Canada and Mexico) plus a direct e-commerce storefront at ueitest.com, with strict channel control enforced via a marketplace policy prohibiting unauthorized third-party sales on Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and similar platforms.

Name

UEi Test Instruments

Legal name

Kane USA Inc.

Website

https://ueitest.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

UEi Test Instruments (Kane USA Inc.) manufactures professional HVAC/R test instruments — combustion analyzers, clamp meters, multimeters, manometers, CO monitors, and thermometers — sold to technicians and contractors via an authorized distributor network and direct e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Test and Measurement Instruments

NAICS

Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345), Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Test & Measurement Equipment (Oscilloscopes, DAQ, signal analyzers, calibration benches) (IMAGAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC Diagnostics, Troubleshooting & Repair (HSAOAHAB), NDT/NDE Inspection Equipment (Ultrasonic, eddy current, radiography, thermography) (IMAGAFAI)

Keywords

• Combustion analyzers
• Clamp meters
• HVAC test instruments
• Electrical measurement tools
• Industrial flue gas analysis

Headquarters

HQ city

Indianapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of professional test instruments including clamp meters, combustion analyzers, multimeters, leak detectors, pressure testers, and temperature measurement tools. Revenue is generated through one-time hardware purchases with typical 1-3 year warranties.
2. Calibration Services: NIST-traceable calibration and ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration services for combustion analyzers and test instruments. Pricing varies by instrument complexity.
3. Service+ Extended Warranty: Annual recertification and extended warranty program (Service+) providing multi-year coverage with guaranteed same-day or next-day recertification. Year 1 pricing for ACA is $255.99, with 5-year option at $455.02.
4. Accessories and Consumables: Replacement sensors, test leads, carrying cases, batteries, thermal paper, particle filters, and specialized probes for test instruments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UEi Test Instruments manufactures and retails professional-grade test and measurement instruments for HVAC/R technicians, contractors, and industrial boiler operators. Its portfolio includes residential, commercial, and industrial combustion analyzers, electrical clamp meters and multimeters, insulation resistance testers, differential manometers, infrared and contact thermometers, the UEiCLiP personal CO monitor, and the IRP-2 infrared printer, complemented by NIST-traceable and ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration services and the Service+ annual recertification and extended warranty program.

Product overview

UEi Test Instruments offers a comprehensive portfolio of professional testing instruments primarily focused on the HVAC/R (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) industry. The product lineup centers on combustion analyzers (ACA, C160, C161, C163, C165+, C165+N, COA, HET, CEA, KANE460, KANE958, KANE988), electrical test equipment including clamp meters (DL369, DL379B, DL389B, DL569, DL579, DL589, DL599) and multimeters (DM505, DM515, DM525), insulation resistance testers (IRT803, IRT807), manometers (EM152, EM201B, EM720), and temperature measurement tools (INF145, INF165C, INF195C, DT302, DT720). The company also offers the UEiCLiP personal CO monitor, supporting accessories including test leads, carrying cases, probes, and the IRP-2 infrared printer. Combustion analyzers support wireless connectivity via KANE LINK technology and integrate with KANE LIVE software and mobile apps. The UEi Service+ program provides extended warranty and recertification services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KANE460: World's First HVAC/R Analyzer - A year-around HVAC/R analyzer for heating, refrigeration & IAQ ventilation analysis
• KANE LIVE
• KANE LINK
• UEi Service+
• KANE LIVE App

Products and services

• ACA Advanced Combustion Analyzer First UEi combustion analyzer backed by the Service+ same-day guaranteed recertification program; H2-compensated 10,000 ppm CO sensor with NOx filtering, LINK wireless probe connection, high-contrast graphic display, differential temperature, and IR printer port; independently certified to EN 50379. Designed for professional HVAC/R and combustion technicians.
• C165+ Wireless Combustion Analyzer Residential/commercial combustion analyzer featuring H2-compensated 10,000 ppm CO sensor, purge pump protection, and KANE LINK wireless probe connection with two included WPC2 wireless pipe clamp probes. Prints via IR port or wirelessly to a mobile device. Target customers: residential and light commercial HVAC service technicians.
• C165+N Wireless Combustion Analyzer with NO Sensor Residential/commercial combustion analyzer with an integrated Nitric Oxide (NO) sensor and H2-compensated 10,000 ppm CO sensor; KANE LINK wireless probe connection and two WPC2 wireless pipe clamp probes included. Suited to oil-fired appliances requiring NOx measurements.
• C163 Combustion Analyzer with Pressure Readings Residential/commercial combustion analyzer with differential pressure testing and purge pump protection for the CO sensor. Supports wireless printing via an optional printer and the Kane Wireless Printer App. Built for HVAC service technicians needing pressure and combustion diagnostics in one instrument.
• C161 Residential Combustion Analyzer Easy-to-use residential combustion analyzer with heat exchanger test, differential temperature, rugged design, altitude compensation, and multiple sensor protections. Available in various kit configurations for residential HVAC service technicians.
• C160 Residential Combustion Meter Residential combustion meter measuring O2 only, with low flow detection, 8 preprogrammed fuels, altitude compensation, and up to 10-year warranty with annual recertification. Certified to EN 50379. Instrument priced at $71.06; NIST calibration option at $135.72.
• COA Carbon Monoxide Analyzer Carbon monoxide safety analyzer for testing flue CO levels, performing appliance sweep tests, and conducting room CO migration tests. Supports up to four CO loggers for simultaneous real-time ambient CO readings in different rooms. Instrument priced at $67.68.
• HET Heat Exchanger Tester Heat exchanger tester with basic tests including Heat Exchanger Integrity Test and Furnace Safety Test for quick initial check of furnace performance. Features printing capability. UK CA marked. Instrument priced at $79.59.
• CEA Combustion Efficiency Tester Most affordable combustion analyzer in the UEi lineup. Features O2 measurement (0-21%), calculated CO2, flue temperature (32-1,112°F), differential temperature (32-122°F), and a 60-second start time. Designed for quick initial checks of furnace performance.
• KANE460 HVAC/R Analyzer World's first year-round HVAC/R analyzer for heating, refrigeration, and IAQ ventilation analysis. Tests residential, commercial, and light industrial gas, oil, and biomass combustion equipment. Connects to KANE LIVE software via wireless. Instrument priced at $362.00; kit at $496.00.
• KANE958 Industrial Flue Gas Analyzer Customizable industrial flue gas analyzer with options for up to 7 gas measurements. Features NOx-filtered H2-compensated CO sensor, low-flow detection, protective water trap, and measurement of CO, CO2, differential pressure, flue and inlet temperature. Sensors installed at the ISO-certified Indianapolis lab.
• KANE988 Industrial Flue Gas Analyzer Industrial boiler and heat pump analyzer with KANE LINK wireless probe connectivity, up to 10-year warranty with annual recertification, H2-compensated CO sensor, low-flow detection, large graphic color display, and wireless connection to the free printer app. Base instrument priced at $429.00; full kit at $639.00.
• DL579 600A Dual Display TRMS Clamp Meter 600A True-RMS HVAC/R clamp meter with backlit dual display and magnetic hanging strap. Features temperature readings, Low Z (low impedance) input mode, DC millivolts, AC/DC voltage, AC/DC microamps, resistance, capacitance, frequency, duty cycle, and NCV detection. Safety rated CAT IV 300V/CAT III 600V.
• DL589 600A True-RMS Clamp Meter 600A True-RMS clamp meter with DC Amps, Inrush measurement, and magnetic hanger. Features dual display TRMS, temperature capability, and comprehensive electrical testing functions for HVAC/R and electrical professionals.
• DL599 True-RMS Wireless Power Clamp Meter True-RMS wireless power clamp meter with 3-Phase test capability and motor testing functionality. Includes comprehensive electrical measurement features for HVAC/R and electrical professionals.
• DL369 Dual Display Clamp Meter Entry-level dual display clamp meter in the Phoenix Clamp meter series with 400A AC capacity and CAT III 600V/CAT II 10000V safety rating. Designed for general troubleshooting and electrical maintenance.
• DL379B Dual Display True RMS Clamp Meter G3 Phoenix Pro clamp meter with dual display True RMS and temperature capability. 750V AC/1000V DC rating for professional HVAC and electrical applications.
• DL389B Dual Display True RMS Clamp Meter Dual display HVAC clamp meter with True RMS and temperature capability. 750V AC/1000V DC rating for professional HVAC and electrical applications.
• DL569 Dual Display 400A Clamp Meter 400A dual display clamp meter with integrated test lead storage for convenience in field operations.
• DM525 True RMS Wireless Multimeter Industrial 1000V AC/DC True-RMS multimeter with wireless capability and free companion app. Features Watt/Power Factor measurements, resistance, diode test, continuity, capacitance, fused test lead inputs, temperature, and protective rubber boot with kick stand. iOS and Android compatible. Certified to IEC 61010-2-033:2012.
• DM515 True RMS Multimeter True-RMS 1000V AC/DC multimeter with resistance, diode test, continuity, min/max, capacitance, fused test lead inputs, amps, microamps, milliamps, temperature, and protective rubber boot with kick stand for HVAC/R and electrical applications.
• DM505 Digital Multimeter 1000V AC/DC digital multimeter with resistance, diode test, continuity, min/max, 1ms fast min/max, hold, capacitance, fused test lead inputs, auto ranging, and rubber boot with kick stand.
• IRT807 Insulation Resistance Tester 1000V Digital insulation resistance tester with 1000V AC/DC measurement capability and multimeter functionality. Features backlit display, compare, PI/DAR, and protective rubber boot. CAT IV 600V/CAT III 1000V safety rated and 6-foot drop rated.
• IRT803 Insulation Resistance Tester 600V Digital insulation resistance tester with 600V AC/DC measurement capability and auto ranging. Features backlit display, protective rubber boot with kick stand, lock, compare, and PI/DAR. CAT III 600V/CAT II 1000V safety rated.
• EM720 Hi-Res Differential Manometer High-resolution differential manometer with temperature compensation to protect sensor accuracy. Captures max/min pressure and calculates timed mean average pressure. Features large backlit display, rubberized grip, and magnetic mount.
• EM201B Hi-Res Differential Manometer High-resolution differential manometer providing an alternative to U-tube pressure measurements. Measures gas supply and draft pressures in residential or light commercial properties. Differential mode for convenient pressure drop measurement.
• EM152 Differential Manometer Digital manometer measuring differential, positive or negative pressure. Ideal for testing ventilation and AC systems, spot checks for cleanroom, or gas pressure system troubleshooting. Features backlit display and protective overmolding.
• INF195C IR Thermometer Advanced infrared thermometer with K-Type input, differential temperature, min/max/avg readings, and user-adjustable alarm. Features circular laser pattern with 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio and temperature range up to 1022°F.
• INF165C IR Thermometer Infrared thermometer with unique circular laser pattern and 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio. Covers HVAC essential temperature range with selectable emissivity and maximum value capture.
• INF145 NSF IR Thermometer NSF-certified infrared thermometer with 8:1 distance-to-spot ratio, HACCP danger zones, built-in folding temperature probe, and circular laser targeting. Designed for food environment applications.
• DT720 Dual Input Thermometer 2-channel differential thermometer reading relative and differential temperature on large backlit display. Features min/max/avg functionality and up to 9,999 memory positions for data logging. Includes 2 K-Type thermocouples and carrying case.
• DT302 Dual Input Logging Thermometer Dual input logging thermometer with 9,999 memory positions and USB interface with software. Offers relative and differential readings. IP67 rated for water submersion and dust resistance.
• UEiCLiP Personal CO Monitor Everyday carbon monoxide monitor for personal use. Features CO reading range 1-300 ppm, up to 2-year battery life, and audible and visual alerts. Can be worn on a lanyard or attached via belt clip. Ideal for maintenance on combustion equipment in confined work spaces.
• IRP-2 Easy Load Infrared Printer Infrared thermal printer for combustion analyzers. IR link sensor communicates up to 18 inches away with 60-degree off-axis capability. Features compact design with protective rubber boot and integrated magnet. Compatible with ACA, COA, CEA, C160, HET, C161, C163, C165+, C165+N, KANE460.
• CP2 Flue Gas Probe Flue gas probe for sampling combustion gases and flue temperature during combustion analysis. Features 10.5-inch probe shaft with adjustable depth stop and 76.5-inch sampling hose. Compatible with C Series combustion analyzers (COA, CEA, C160, HET, C161, C163, C165+, C165+N).
• WPC2 Wireless Pipe Clamp Probes (WPC2 / WPC2K) Wireless temperature pipe clamp probes for industrial and residential combustion analyzers. Enables remote temperature measurement via KANE LINK wireless connection. Designed for pipes with diameter between 3/16 inch and 1 7/16 inch. WPC2 included with C165+ and C165+N analyzers.
• UEi Service+ Extended Warranty and Recertification Program Extended warranty and annual recertification program offering up to 10 years of warranty coverage for qualifying combustion analyzers. Provides same-day guaranteed recertification and reduced total cost of ownership. ACA Year 1 priced at $255.99; 5-year option at $455.02; lifetime limited warranty with Service+.
• NIST-Traceable and ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Calibration Services Two-tier calibration services for combustion analyzers and test instruments: NIST-traceable calibration (~$125-$150) and ISO/IEC 17025 accredited calibration (~$275-$350). Pricing varies by instrument complexity. Performed at UEi's ISO-certified laboratory in Indianapolis.
• KANE LIVE Mobile App Free iOS and Android mobile application providing wireless connectivity to UEi combustion analyzers and multimeters. Enables real-time data viewing, logging, and email reporting of test results for HVAC/R service technicians and industrial operators.
• SP9 Smoke Paper and Reference Chart Smoke paper and reference chart package for testing flue gas smoke combustion efficiency. Requires a smoke pump for use; single-slide multiple-use strip format.
• DL579COMBO Clamp Meter with Pipe Clamp Bundle Bundle pairing the DL579 600A True-RMS HVAC/R clamp meter with a compact K-Type pipe clamp probe. Includes backlit dual display, magnetic hanging strap, test leads, alligator clips, and zippered carrying pouch. CAT IV 600V/CAT III 1000V.
• DL589COMBO Clamp Meter with Pipe Clamps Bundle Bundle pairing the DL589 600A True-RMS HVAC/R clamp meter with 2 pipe clamp probes, DC Amps, differential temperature, and AMH3 magnetic hanger. Includes silicone test leads and comprehensive accessories.

Quantifiable outcome

• Same-day guaranteed recertification through Service+ program
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Fluke Corporation: Fluke is the dominant US-based manufacturer of clamp meters, multimeters, and electrical test instruments sold through the same professional technician and contractor channel. Highly comparable to UEi's DL/DM/IRT product families, with broader portfolio and global scale.
• Testo: Testo is a leading European manufacturer of flue gas/combustion analyzers, thermal imaging, and HVAC/R measurement instruments, directly comparable to UEi's C-series combustion analyzers, KANE460/958/988, and INF-series IR thermometers.
• Fieldpiece Instruments: Fieldpiece is a US-based specialist in HVAC/R test instruments (clamp meters, manifolds, combustion analyzers), serving the same technician and contractor segments with a comparable product mix.
• Bacharach: Bacharach specializes in combustion and emissions analysis (residential, commercial, industrial), directly competing with UEi's ACA, C-series, and KANE industrial analyzers in the same end-markets.
• Megger: Megger manufactures electrical test and measurement instruments including insulation resistance testers (comparable to UEi's IRT803/IRT807), serving overlapping electrical contractor and utility customers.
• Amprobe: Amprobe produces clamp meters, multimeters, and electrical testers targeted at HVAC/R and electrical professionals, with a comparable price-positioning and channel strategy to UEi.
• Klein Tools: Klein Tools offers professional-grade electrical test instruments (meters, clamp meters) along with hand tools to the same electrical contractor base as UEi, with strong US distribution.

Broad incumbents

• Teledyne FLIR: Teledyne FLIR is a broad incumbent in thermal imaging and test & measurement instrumentation, with IR thermometers and condition-monitoring products that overlap with UEi's INF series and into industrial diagnostics.
• Dräger: Dräger is a global gas detection and safety instrument manufacturer whose personal CO monitors and fixed gas detection systems overlap with UEiCLiP and combustion analyzer offerings in industrial safety.
• MSA Safety: MSA Safety is a broad safety equipment incumbent with portable gas detectors and combustion analyzers used in confined-space and HVAC service work, comparable to UEi's COA and personal CO monitor product lines.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/uei_test
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCWtNxkUEEgi0T61i7Wvb6ng
• Facebookfacebook.com/UEi-Test-Instruments-135179833174558
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/uei-test-instruments
• Instagraminstagram.com/uei_test

Compliance21 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about UEi Test Instruments