Electrical Tools

My New Knipex Automatic Wire Strippers are Pretty Good So Far

Aug 17, 2016 Stuart 35 Comments

No buyer’s regret here – my new Knipex automatic wire strippers are performing quite nicely, despite the somewhat cheapish feel to them. Read More

Electrical Tools, Tool Reviews

Wago 221 Lever Nut Wiring Connectors are Now available

Aug 5, 2016 Stuart 29 Comments

In case you missed it, Wago’s 221 connectors are now easily available here in the USA. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools

DIN-Mounted Terminal Blocks

Aug 2, 2016 Stuart 40 Comments

I’ve discovered DIN-mounted terminal blocks, which are used in industry for managing large wire connection projects. Read More

Electrical Tools

Knipex Upgrades Their Diagonal Cutters with a New Pivot and Longer Cutting Edges

Jul 28, 2016 Stuart 14 Comments

Knipex has upgraded their diagonal cutters to feature a new pivot design, and they also lengthened the cutting edges. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Pliers

New Dewalt Pliers, Diagonal Cutters, Euro-Style Locking Pliers

Jul 11, 2016 Stuart 20 Comments

There are some new Dewalt pliers and locking pliers coming out, here’s a quick first look. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Pliers

General Tools Goes All Out with ToolSmart Connected Tools

Jul 5, 2016 Stuart 13 Comments

General Tools has come out with 4 ToolSmart connected tools – a laser distance measurer, angle finder, inspection camera, and multimeter. Read More

Electrical Tools, Layout & Measuring, New Tools

New Klein Heavy Duty Nut Drivers with Hollow Pass-Thru Handles

Jun 2, 2016 Stuart 17 Comments

Klein has come out with new heavy duty nut drivers with hollow shafts and pass-thru handles. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Screwdrivers

New Ridgid 12 Ton Manual Hydraulic Crimp Tool

May 27, 2016 Benjamen 10 Comments

Ridgid has introduced a new manual hydraulic crimp tool, for crimping compression lugs and connectors onto copper, aluminum, and ASCR wire. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools

Klein Conduit Locknut Wrench

May 25, 2016 Benjamen 15 Comments

Klein’s conduit locknut wrench looks to be a huge convenience. Would it save you some time? Read More

Electrical Tools

New Dewalt Trades-Focused Tools: Electrical (Cable Cutter, Crimpers), Plumbing (Press Tool), Mechanical (Threaded Rod Cutter)

Apr 29, 2016 Stuart 35 Comments

Dewalt is expanding their 20v Max cordless power tool lineup with a new cable cutter, 2 crimpers, a press tool, and threaded rod cutter. Read More

Cordless, Electrical Tools, New Tools, Plumbing

New Klein High-Leverage Side-Cutting Pliers is Multi-Functional

Mar 23, 2016 Stuart 20 Comments

There’s a new Klein side cutter that features some [potentially] handy added features! Read More

Electrical Tools, Made in USA, New Tools, Pliers

New Klein Magnetic Wire Pulling System

Feb 16, 2016 Benjamen 28 Comments

Klein’s new magnetic wire pulling system offers another way to pull wires through finished wall cavities. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools

Klein Breaker Finder is Identical to the Hi-Tech HTP-6 Circuit Detective

Jan 13, 2016 Benjamen 34 Comments

Why do the Klein ET300 Digital Circuit Breaker Finder and the Hi-Tech HTP-6 Digital Circuit Detective sold at Harbor Freight look so similar? Because they’re identical and made by the same OEM. Read More

Electrical Tools, Test & Measurement

Random Price Drop: Knipex Mini Electronics Pliers

Dec 4, 2015 Stuart 25 Comments

This Knipex electronics pliers is (temporarily?) reduced in price by 75%, to just $8. If you’re interested, buy now, think about it later. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools, Pliers

We Love it, You Might Too: Extech EX330 Multimeter

Dec 3, 2015 Stuart 22 Comments

This Extech EX330 digital multimeter is a fantastic beginner meter, or companion to a larger, heavier, or less portable meter. It might be everything you want or need on a multimeter. It’s also on sale for the holidays. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools, Test & Measurement

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