The Top 7 Electrical Hand Tools
Electrical hand tools come in handy when you need to
work on anything electrical, but it can be hard to figure out which one you
should choose. There are so many available, but only some of them will really
get the job done right and help you accomplish the task at hand. In this list,
we’ll go over what we believe to be the top 7 electrical hand tools you’ll need
to get the job done right and not end up wasting money on extra
features that aren’t necessary or are already included in another tool you
already own.
1) Wire strippers
If you are looking for a tool that can strip wire
and insulation from wires, then you'll want a pair of wire strippers. There are
many different types of wire strippers available, but one of the most popular
is a ratcheting style. This will give you more leverage than standard wire
strippers and allow for faster cutting.
There are two main types of wire
strippers—non-ratcheting and ratcheting. Non-ratcheting wire strippers are
simple tools that only cut through the insulation. Ratcheting wire strippers,
however, allow you to cut through the insulation and also strip metal off a
copper or aluminum wire in one easy step. With a ratcheting-style wire
stripper, you insert your wire into one side and push it along with your hand until
it reaches a notch where an internal blade has removed a piece of metal. This
allows you to remove all of an outer layer without taking out any other
portion.
2) Circuit tester
A circuit tester is an electrical hand tool that can be used to test a circuit and determine if it has an open, closed, or short. It can also indicate if there is power present in a system. Circuit testers are often used by professionals working on electrical wirings such as plumbers and electricians, but they are also available for sale and come equipped with different levels of voltage detection. In general, circuit testers give positive results when there is power present in a system or when the circuit being tested has continuity. If a circuit tester gives negative results, then it means that there is no power present in the system or that there is an open or short circuit somewhere in the system.
3) Electrical screwdriver
An electric screwdriver is a must-have tool in any
home. It's especially helpful when you need to assemble furniture or repair
electronics, but it can also be used for other projects around your house. The
best part is that you don't have to worry about keeping track of spare
batteries because they're rechargeable!
1) Screwdriver A power drill may seem like the
obvious choice for drilling screws into wood, but an electric screwdriver will
speed up your work and save your wrist from pain and fatigue. They come in both
corded and cordless versions, so you can choose which one works best for your
needs.
2) A Vise
grip can be used for all kinds of projects, including hanging pictures and
repairing furniture. There are many different types of vise grips on the
market, so be sure you choose one that suits your needs. They come in both
manual and powered varieties—you can use your power drill to save time!
4) Cable cutter
A cable cutter is a tool that you need when it comes to doing electrical work. This tool can be used to cut wire and cables. The most common type of cable cutter is a side-cutting plier, which cuts the wire by slicing off the outer insulation on each side of it. After this, you just need to pull on both ends of the wire and it will snap in half. The other type of cable cutter is an electrician's knife, which has a blade that slices through any kind of wire.
5) Utility knife
A utility knife can be used for many things like
cutting carpet or plastic or trimming drywall. The blade is usually retractable
and housed in a plastic handle that has a locking device on it so it won't open
in your hand when you're using it. Keep in mind that this type of knife can cut
through most materials and doesn't leave much of an edge, which means you may
need to do some additional cutting with another knife.
Utility knives typically cost around $10-$20 and are
available at any hardware store and most home improvement stores.
6) Portable power drill
A portable power drill is a must-have in any
toolbox. Whether you're drilling holes or driving screws, a power drill makes
short work of tasks that would be much more time-consuming otherwise. For
example, if you need to install a metal shelf and there are no pre-drilled
holes on the back of it, you can use your power drill to make them and save
yourself hours of work. When choosing a drill, look for one with variable speed
settings so that you can control how much force is applied when driving screws.
The higher the voltage of your cordless drill (measured in volts), the more
powerful it will be.
7) Duct tape
Duct tape is a handy household tool that can be used
in many situations. In this list, I'll cover some of my favorite uses for duct
tape:
1. Fixing leaky pipes or air conditioners that are
hissing or making an annoying noise
2. Hanging curtains
3. Repairing torn clothing
4. Making temporary shoe soles
5. Repairing damaged books
6. Holding together a broken figurine
7. Covering up exposed wiring