The Klein Tools SRS56981 Mega Fish Rod Kit includes 34 pieces totaling over 52.5 feet of fishing capability across five flexibility ratings. Rods are made from Adoxim 5, a splintering-resistant polymer material with brass fittings crimped to withstand 550-lb loads. Thirteen standard rods, three swivel rods that accept cable twists, 12 standard attachments, and 5 glow attachments cover every wall cavity, conduit, and dropped ceiling application. A durable carrying tube is included. Ideal for datacom, low-voltage, safety, and renovation work.
What makes the SRS56981 the "mega" kit — what does it include beyond the SRS56980?
The SRS56981 includes 16 multi-flex polymer glow rod sections assembling to 52.5 feet — versus 33 feet of fiberglass in the SRS56980 — plus 18 tip accessories including glow-in-dark versions of the bullet, mini eye, claw, domed eye, and mini hook. The full tip list also includes a chain, two super-grip tips, a super flex lead, and a lighted LED tip. It is the most comprehensive single kit in the Klein wire installation line.
Does the SRS56981 glow in the dark?
Yes. The SRS56981 rod sections are coated with glow-in-dark material, and several of the included tips are also glow-in-dark (glow domed bullet, glow mini eye, glow claw, glow domed eye, glow mini hook). This makes the kit particularly effective for retrofit wiring in finished structures where you cannot turn on overhead lighting.
How does the strong magnet tip in the SRS56981 help with retrofit wiring?
The magnet tip lets you guide the rod around metal corners by applying an external magnet to the wall surface. In retrofit wiring — where you can't open walls — this technique allows you to redirect the rod at fire blocks or metal plates by guiding from outside. Reviewers of the SRS56981 consistently cite the magnet as the tip that most simplifies complex retrofit pulls.
Is 52.5 feet enough for commercial wire runs, or is this primarily a residential kit?
At 52.5 feet, the SRS56981 covers the majority of residential runs and a good portion of light commercial work — room-to-panel drops, long ceiling runs in standard bay spacing, and under-floor runs in raised-access flooring. For extended commercial runs (100+ feet), it can be combined with additional Klein sections. Most electricians report that 52.5 feet covers over 90% of their retrofit pull scenarios.
Are the SRS56981 tip threads compatible with Klein's fiberglass rods from the SRS56980?
Yes. All tips in the SRS56981 use the same threaded connector as the SRS56980 rod sections and Klein's broader fish and glow rod ecosystem. Tips are fully interchangeable between kits.
# Klein Tools® 52.5 ft. Mega Fish Rod Kit, 34-Piece **Model:** `SRS56981` **Brand:** Klein Tools **Category:** Fish Rod > The Klein Tools SRS56981 Mega Fish Rod Kit includes 34 pieces totaling over 52.5 feet of fishing capability across five flexibility ratings. Rods are made from Adoxim 5, a splintering-resistant polymer material with brass fittings crimped to withstand 550-lb loads. Thirteen standard rods, three swivel rods that accept cable twists, 12 standard attachments, and 5 glow attachments cover every wall cavity, conduit, and dropped ceiling application. A durable carrying tube is included. Ideal for datacom, low-voltage, safety, and renovation work. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | Fish Rod Set | | Material | polymer | | Flexibility | multi-flex | | Individual Rod Length Ft | 3.33 | | Total Length Ft | 52.5 | | Rod Count | 16 | | Glow | Yes | | Splinter Guard Coating | No | | Connector Type | threaded | | Included Tips | domed bullet, flat bullet, gender change adapter, strong magnet, lighted tip, chain, super grip (x2), tough hook, mini eye and ring, flex lead, super flex lead, glow domed bullet, glow mini eye, glow claw, glow domed eye, glow mini hook | | Weight (lbs) | 2.8 | | Barcode (UPC) | 092644569814 | | Warranty | Lifetime | ## What's Included - (13) Assorted Rods in 5 flexibilities (1/4 in. black, 3/16 in. red, 1/64 in. yellow, 3/16 in. nylon) - (3) Swivel Rods - (12) Standard Attachments - (5) Glow-in-Dark Attachments - (1) Carrying Tube Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/klein-tools/fish-rod/srs56981-klein-tools-mega-fish-rod-kit-525-foot-34-piece/