Join this channel to get access to perks:
   / @electricianu  

Every tradesman has tools. But let’s face it us electricians LOVE our hand tools! In fact, most of us even have way more tools than practical! And we each have our favorites depending on the work we are performing. In today’s episode of Electrician U, Dustin runs us through his top 10 favorite tools that he keeps on his tool belt.

⚡MEMBERSHIP⚡
JOIN ELECTRICIAN U become a member and get:
FREE Continuing Education every year
FREE Practice Exams
FREE Monthly Video Courses
FREE Weekly Live InstructorLed Classes
FREE Monthly Educational Newsletter
Premium MembersOnly Content
Private Discord Channel
Monthly MembersOnly Discord Chats
Sign up here https://www.electricianu.com/electric...

MUSIC AND VIDEO:
  / descantmv  

✍ART AND ILLUSTRATION:✍
https://www.daverussoart.com

1. Klein Stubby Multi Screwdriver. There are times when you are working in an area that is too small for a regular screwdriver ceiling fan installations for example. The multi screwdriver has 2 different Phillips and Flathead tips. Also, remove those tips and you have a ¼” & 5/16” nutdrivers to boot! Keeps you from having a whole bunch of screwdrivers in your pouch. Super useful!
2. Klein Extended Length Multi Screwdriver. Same as the above, but in an extended length for normal everyday use.
3. Klein 27in1 Terminal Screwdriver. There are times when us electricians are working extensively on controls wiring or landing wires on terminal blocks. There are just about every variation of terminal tips stored in the handle. The end also spins making it much easier when landing wires on a terminal block.
Pro tip. When using multi screwdrivers. Keep them in your pouches with a solid bottom on them. overtime the tips can become a bit loose and prone to falling out of the shaft. In addition, these types of screwdrivers are NOT meant to be beat upon as this will damage the tips and shaft rendering the screwdriver useless.
4. Knipex Electricians Multitool Pliers. Needle nose, wire strippers, crimper, round wire cutters, and 1000v rated what’s not to like here? Again, keeps you from having to keep several different flavors of pliers in your tool pouches. Knipex arguably makes some of the best pliers around.
5. Klein Crimping Pliers. If you are crimping wires all day, it makes sense to have a pair that will cut, strip, and crimp insulated and noninsulated wires. Long handles for added leverage.
6. Milwaukee 25’ Tape Measure. A good tape measure is a must for electricians. Milwaukee’s tape measures have a wide blade so it won’t break when holding at length, numbers on both sides, a wide magnetic tip, and even an architectural scale for interpreting drawings.
7. Milwaukee 90 Degree Drill Attachment. Gets into tight spaces where room is at a premium, but allows you to use your power drill in lieu of using your hands. Awesome tool here!
8. Klein Magnetic Torpedo Level. A definite must have for any electrician installing conduit or panels. 4 different angles from 90, 45, 30, and flat level. Super strong magnet to hold to your work surface and built out of aluminum so it’ll withstand being dropped.
9. Fluke T5600 Tester. Allaround wellbuilt tester with only the functions you use on a daily basis. Auto ranging from Ac to DC, 100a amperage testing capacity, 600v rated, nonremovable leads (less to break and wear out), and ruggedly built to withstand everyday use. Fluke makes the best meters for the electrical industry!
10. Milwaukee Electricians Fishing Sticks. Glow in the dark, 3 different sizes, with several different end attachments to suit almost any need of fishing wires. The three different sizes also can be threaded together to give you up to 30’ in length. Super handy to have when working in ceilings fishing wires/cables back and forth.
We hope this has been an insightful look into Dustin’s favorite hand tools. Is there a topic you would like to see discussed on Electrician U? Leave us a comment in the comments section and let us know. Please continue to follow Dustin and Electrician U as we are constantly updating our content to assist our followers in becoming the best electricians that they can be.


#electrician #electrical #electricity #what #hand #tools #are #you #missing