The Klein Tools 56409 Mid-Flex Glow Rod Set assembles six 18-inch fiberglass sections to a full 9-foot rod in a compact form that fits easily into tool bags and pouches. The glow-in-dark Splinter Guard coating illuminates dark work spaces and protects hands from fiberglass splinters. Diameter is 3/16 inch. The mid-flex rating provides general-purpose flexibility for wall cavities, sub-floors, and ceiling spaces. Durable stainless steel connectors join sections without tools. Includes bullet nose and hook attachments. Made in the USA. This product is discontinued.
The 56409 is discontinued — what replaces it?
For a 9-foot mid-flex reach, combine the 50052 (5 ft. Mid-Flex) and one additional 50052 or 50053 to build 10–15 feet of reach. The 50152 (15 ft. Mid-Flex Glow Rod) is the closest single-purchase replacement if you need a longer single section.
Did the 56409 come as a sectional set or a single rod?
The 56409 was a set that assembled to 9 feet using individual connectable sections. The current mid-flex line uses the same modular section approach, so you can replicate the 56409's length by combining current 50052 sections.
Are 56409 sections compatible with current Klein hardware?
Yes — the threaded connector is consistent, and current Klein tips and sections will work with 56409 components.
# Klein Tools® 9 ft. Mid-Flex Glow Rod Set **Model:** `56409` **Brand:** Klein Tools **Category:** Fish Rod > The Klein Tools 56409 Mid-Flex Glow Rod Set assembles six 18-inch fiberglass sections to a full 9-foot rod in a compact form that fits easily into tool bags and pouches. The glow-in-dark Splinter Guard coating illuminates dark work spaces and protects hands from fiberglass splinters. Diameter is 3/16 inch. The mid-flex rating provides general-purpose flexibility for wall cavities, sub-floors, and ceiling spaces. Durable stainless steel connectors join sections without tools. Includes bullet nose and hook attachments. Made in the USA. This product is discontinued. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | Glow Rod Set | | Material | fiberglass | | Flexibility | mid-flex | | Individual Rod Length Ft | 1.5 | | Total Length Ft | 9 | | Rod Count | 6 | | Glow | Yes | | Splinter Guard Coating | Yes | | Connector Type | bullet | | Included Tips | bullet nose, hook | | Weight (lbs) | 0.55 | | Country of Origin | USA | | Barcode (UPC) | 092644564093 | | Warranty | Lifetime | ## What's Included - (6) 18 in. Mid-Flex Glow Rods (3/16 in. diameter) - Bullet Nose Attachment - Hook Attachment Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/klein-tools/fish-rod/56409-klein-tools-mid-flex-glow-rod-set-9-foot/