Industrial Hand Tools

More Information about Industrial Hand Tools

Screwdrivers

Screwdrivers specifically designed for work in the electrical engineering field should have slim blades to access tight working spaces, insulation in both the handle and incorporated in the blade shaft to prevent electric shock and a magnetized tip to prevent dropped screws.

Cutting tools

Cutting tools have been designed with extremely strong and hardened materials for cutting different types of cable and wire. This is necessary for burr-free cutting without crushing. Lever cutting tools have also been created to cut and stamp holes into standard DIN rails for customized applications.

Crimping tools

Crimping tools are used to join materials by pressing them together and creating a crimp. One of the most common uses is attaching connectors to the end of wire heads to form an electrical union. Some crimpers are multi-purpose, including cutters, wire strippers and bending capabilities.

Pliers

Pliers come in various types including needle nose, reaming, tongue-and-groove and diagonal cutting. Not only can they be used to bend, twist, straighten, cut and grip wires, they can also help pull cable through conduits and cut small bolts and screws.

Stripping tools

Stripping tools are designed to strip the insulating coating on wires to expose the copper wires underneath. Some stripping tools feature an adjustable limit stop to ensure accurate stripping lengths and have precise gauging to make sure that the braided shield and inner wires are not damaged.

4 important tools for industrial wiring.

A multimeter. A multimeter is a handheld tester used to measure electrical voltage, current, resistance, and other values. Multimeters come in digital and analog versions and are useful for everything from simple tests, like measuring battery voltage, to detecting faults and complex diagnostics. They are one of the tools that electricians request for troubleshooting electrical problems.

A very good wire stripper. Many wire strippers are not built to a very high standard and can be very frustrating to use. Find a brand that makes a quality set and stick with them. Keep in mind that most wire strippers are designed to work with only a few different wire sizes.

Insulated screwdrivers. Although the insulation does provide some protection against an electrical shock, it is not meant to be relied upon for safety. A good set of screwdrivers will make any electrical work and wiring easier. For more specialized work, such as working in a control panel, it is essential to find a good set of precision screwdrivers that are designed to be used with smaller terminals.

Electrical Tape. Whether pulling wire through conduit, securing wires together or covering exposed electrical terminals, electrical tape is incredibly useful and should always be in the tool bag when doing any kind of wiring. Electrical tape can be torn or cut by knives.