Desktop Electronic Diagnostic Training Boxes

Electronic Diagnostic Boxes give instructors and technicians a safe, repeatable way to teach and practise electronic diagnostic render‑safe procedures. Each desktop unit simulates real‑world wiring problems and sensor behaviours, so teams can train with tooling (VIPA, DCM, RDT and VDT) or their own current capabilities without going near a live device.

Built into rugged Pelican™ cases with internal Li‑ion batteries, these stand‑alone boxes deliver up to 16 hours of run time and provide both visual and audible feedback. Scenarios can be reconfigured so users cannot simply memorise a standard layout, forcing them to apply proper wire diagnostic techniques every time.

Key benefits

• Realistic wire diagnostics training: Desktop solutions that let operators practise electronic diagnostic and render‑safe procedures in a controlled environment.
• Supports Trimax tools and existing kit: Designed to train the use of VIPA, Direct Current Meter (DCM), Resistance Duplication Tool (RDT) and Voltage Duplication Tool (VDT), or to work with your own diagnostic equipment.
• Reconfigurable scenarios: Internal wiring can be changed to prevent students learning a single “standard” setup, keeping exercises challenging and realistic.
• Built‑in power and feedback: Each box includes a hot‑chargeable Li‑ion battery, alpha‑numeric display and visual/audible indicators, so training can continue anywhere without extra power supplies.
• Rugged, portable design: Housed in Pelican‑style cases, the boxes are tough enough for classroom, range and field‑based training environments.
• Flexible connectivity: Can be used with standard ethernet cable or custom loom cables to match local training requirements.

Typical applications

• Training EOD, search and technical officers in electronic diagnostic and wire tracing procedures.
• Running progressive classroom and range scenarios that mirror real‑world switch, PIR and sensor circuits.
• Rehearsing VIPA/DCM/RDT/VDT workflows before deploying those tools on live tasks.
• Assessment and certification of technicians on correct diagnostic methodology.

Electronic Diagnostic Box variants

The series consists of four variants, each focused on different circuit behaviours and diagnostic challenges:

• Box 1 – Passive Switches: Simulates basic switching circuits, including normally open (NO), normally closed (NC) and an adjustable resistive end‑of‑line (EOL) loop. Ideal for fundamentals of continuity, resistance and switch logic.
• Box 2 – 12 V Commercial PIR: Uses a 12 V passive infrared (PIR) sensor with an adjustable resistive EOL, teaching students how to diagnose powered motion‑sensor circuits.
• Box 3 – Voltage Sensor: Provides an adjustable voltage output so users can practise safe measurement, interpretation and fault‑finding on varying supply conditions.
• Box 4 – Small 12 V PIR & Reed Switch: Combines a compact 12 V PIR and reed switch, featuring an adjustable resistive EOL four‑wire sensor and a normally closed, current‑shifting reed switch to model more complex alarm loops.

Design & features

• Built‑in Li‑ion battery: Up to 16 hours of operation per charge, with micro‑USB charging and hot‑charge capability so the box can be used while charging.
• User interface: Alpha‑numeric display with visual and audible feedback for clear confirmation of user actions and system state.
• Enclosure: Ruggedised Pelican‑style case for protection and easy transport.
• Connectivity: Terminals and connectors arranged for use with ethernet cable or custom cable looms as required by your training design.
• Reconfigurable internals: Internal wiring layout can be adjusted by instructors to generate new scenarios and fault conditions.

Technical highlights

• Product: Electronic Diagnostic Boxes (set of four variants).
• Dimensions (each box): 270 mm × 250 mm × 115 mm.
• Weight (each box): Approx. 2 kg.
• Power: Built‑in Li‑ion battery, approx. 16‑hour battery life; micro‑USB charging; hot‑chargeable.
• Enclosure: Ruggedised Pelican case with desktop layout for switches, sensors and terminals.
• Feedback: Visual and audible indicators plus alpha‑numeric display.

Why choose Electronic Diagnostic Boxes

• Bridges theory and practice: Allows teams to move from classroom concepts to hands‑on diagnostic work without exposing them to live devices.
• Aligned with modern tooling: Built specifically to support Trimax VIPA, DCM, RDT and VDT, as well as your existing meters and diagnostic tools.
• Supports progressive training: Four box types let instructors build from basics to complex sensor circuits, matching course objectives and student experience.
• Local support and integration: J3Seven can help design exercises, integrate the boxes into your SOPs and provide through‑life support for your training fleet.

Give your technicians realistic, repeatable practice on wire diagnostics before they go near a live device. Talk to J3Seven about Electronic Diagnostic Boxes today.