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Milwaukee Torpedo Level

Electrical Tools

Sneak Preview: Milwaukee Torpedo Levels

Jun 21, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

Milwaukee’s got two new torpedo levels scheduled for late-2012 release. Read More

Knipex Combination Utility Shears

Electrical Tools

Knipex Combination Utility Shears

Mar 21, 2012 Stuart 11 Comments

Everybody needs a good pair of utility shears. These Knipex shears can cut any soft non-steel materials, and also feature spring-action handles. Read More

Knipex TwinForce High Leverage Cutters

Electrical Tools

New Knipex TwinForce High-Leverage Diagonal Cutters

Feb 17, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

These new high-leverage Knipex cutters can cut all types of wire with less hand fatigue. Read More

Gerber Groundbreaker Multi-Tool

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Gerber Groundbreaker Multi-Tool

Jan 30, 2012 Stuart 7 Comments

Gerber’s coming out with a new multi-tool, the Groundbreaker, that’s designed to meet electricians’ everyday needs. Read More

New Klein Lineman Wrenches and Hammer

Electrical Tools

New Klein Lineman Wrenches & Milled-Face Hammer

Nov 29, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Klein announced a couple of new tools – 2 Lineman wrenches and a heavy duty hammer. Read More

Old Weller Soldering Gun

Electrical Tools

Enter All-Spec Old Weller Soldering Tool Photo Contest, Get a Free Mug Boss

Nov 7, 2011 Stuart Discuss

All-Spec is holding a Weller soldering tool contest where the person who photographs the oldest working tool wins the grand prize. ALL entrants win a FREE Bucket Boss Mug Boss. Read More

Milwaukee 2210-20 AA Lighting Tester

Cordless

Milwaukee Fluorescent Bulb & Ballast Tester 2210-20

Oct 22, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Read all about Milwaukee’s new fluorescent bulb and ballast lighting tester! Read More

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Channellock 368 8-inch High-Leverage Lineman Pliers

Electrical Tools

New Channellock 368 8″ High Leverage Lineman’s Pliers Review

Apr 20, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

Channellock’s new 368 8″ plier is the second release in their high-leverage linemen’s pliers family, and they don’t disappoint! Read More

Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station

Electrical Tools

New Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station Replaces Venerable 936 Series

Jan 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Looking for a new soldering station? Hakko’s 936 soldering station and iron combo, considered one of the best <$100 setups available, has been replaced by the new FX-888. Check it out: Read More

Bolty Tapping Wire Tutorial

DIY & Home

C’mon Baby, Tap That Wire!

Nov 17, 2010 Stuart Discuss

Over at Bolty.net, Stacy’s written a series of tutorials on Soldering Techniques for the Reluctant Motorcyclist. The articles are well written with great visuals, with the most recent one discussing how to tap a wire. These procedures mainly deal with the larger gauge wires used in motorcycle and auto systems, but can be carried over to general purpose and […]

Lindstrom Precision Tapered Flush Angle Cutter

Electrical Tools

Lindstrom Precision Tools Beat the Springs Out of Other Mini Pliers

Sep 16, 2010 Stuart 7 Comments

Our post on cheap mini pliers caught the attention of Lindstrom, who then sent us two cutters and two pliers for evaluation and comparison. After using them for a bit, I can honestly say that they beat the springs off all the other precision and mini pliers that I have ever used. Calling them tools is […]

Channellock 909 Wire Crimper Tool

Electrical Tools

Channellock Wire Crimper Tool

Sep 9, 2010 Stuart 11 Comments

I found myself needing to upgrade from the wire crimpers found on my all-in-one wire stripper tool. During a stroll through the local home improvement store, I found a few affordable options and ultimately chose Channellock’s 909 crimpers. I’ve been working with terminals and butt connectors more often, but not enough to justify the purchase of a costly crimper. […]

Wiha Chip Lifter & Mini Pry Bar

Electrical Tools

Wiha Chip Lifter and Mini Pry Bar

Jul 19, 2010 Stuart 3 Comments

I’ve noticed Wiha’s Chip Lifter mini pry bars before, but hadn’t really given them much thought. These chip lifters are designed and properly sized to be used for the removal of IC chips and other electronics components. Reader JeffD wrote in about his experience with these mini prying bars:

Electrical Tools

Shop Tip: Wire Stripper Loop Holes & How to Use Them

Mar 17, 2010 Stuart Discuss

I came across a rather enlightening shop tip over at the ShopNGarage forum, that demonstrates the use of a wire stripper’s loop holes. Most of my wire strippers have similar holes, but they’re all unlabeled and I never stopped to think about what they could be used for. Well, now I know!

Electrical Tools

Xuron Precision Pliers, Shears, & Scissors

Jun 8, 2009 Stuart Discuss

Xuron produces superb precision tools – we love their pliers, shears, and scissors. Xuron tools are durable, comfortable to use, provide exceptional performance, are very affordable, and are made in the USA. Our favorite Xuron tools are their non-serrated short nose pliers (pictured above), fiber cutters, and tweezer nose pliers. We are also huge fans of Xuron’s flush-cut micro shears (also […]

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Sog Kilowatt – a Charged Up Pocket Knife

Mar 23, 2009 Stuart Discuss

The charged up Sog Kilowatt is a quality liner-lock pocket knife for anyone who might need to strip wires or cables at a moment’s notice. The Kilowatt features a 3.4″ blade, a zytel handle, a conventional 12-24ga wire stripper, a spring-loaded wire stripper, and a “hole stripper.” The Kilowatt’s electric-centric aesthetics are well matched to the functions of […]

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Craftsman Auto-Ranging Multimeter Deal

Feb 10, 2009 Stuart 3 Comments

For a limited time, Sears is offering a Craftsman auto-ranging multimeter for $20, after a $10 discount. If you take a closer look, you will notice that this model is identical to the Extech MiniTech MN26 – an excellent meter that normally sells for $40.

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