Any electrician who wants to be able to do good business has to have these tools in this bag!
Pliers
A pair of good quality pliers is a must have for twisting wire. This is a tool which might be inexpensive but is the most necessary one in the bag. It should definitely have insulated handles that can be held and gripped easily so that one can grasp it comfortably while doing any task. The open and close function should be smooth and the teeth should be set properly to ensure that even small and thin items can be held in place.
Side-Cutting Pliers
These powerful pliers are most useful when wires need to be cut to exact measurements. Try to look for a mechanical side cutting pliers which has all the insulation qualities if the regular pliers. Needless to mention, its sides should be sharp so that it can make a neat cut rather than a jagged one.
Needle-Nose Pliers
Believe it or not, you need them in various sizes. This tool is an absolute essential when it comes to variety of tasks. The thin, holding ends enable you to reach into tiny spaces to get back small items that have dropped like fasteners. They also help in holding a small nut when screwing (no pun intended).
Wire Stripper
This is a tool that basically facilitates in stripping the insulation from around the main wire itself. This tool usually has a little spring attached to it which ensures the job can be done smoothly. When you are buying one, just make sure that the stripping tool that you use doesn’t have a very loose or tight spring. It has to be just right.
Channel Locks
In case you are trying to install a conduit, you’ll be grateful for these flexible workhorses. Use the 2 ¼-inch channel locks in case you are trying to work on a conduit that’s two inches in diameter or less. The 5 ½-inch capacity channel locks work efficiently for pipe or conduit that is greater than two inches.
Screwdrivers
The first thing to check when you buy your screwdriver is to check that it is insulated. Screwdrivers are available in various different shapes and sizes based on the kind of task that there is at hand. Before you finally buy the screwdriver make sure you hold and try using it. It has to feel comfortable in your hand. If it doesn’t, then something isn’t right.
Tape Measure
Tape measures are available in so many different styles and types that you can go absolutely crazy with it. It is the one thing that will show people a little bit of your personality. One important thing that you must keep in mind is that your tape measure should definitely have some bright color on it. It will act as a perfect marker and stay from getting lost.
Voltage Tester and Meter
There are more than a few essential styles of voltage testers available in the market. You can get an easy pen style or a supplementary complicated style one that offers many options. The latest in the market that are becoming quite popular are clamp meters with testing leads. They are very easy to display and enable hands-free operation.
Uber for Electrician
An uber for electrician is an Electrician on demand app that is just as essential a tool in the electrician’s kitty. This tool will help electricians make their services accessible to anyone who is looking for help with their electrical work instantly! The app is absolutely critical from a business point of view.
