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Cordless Power Tools
Electricians Tools for Electrical Work
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By Dave Rongey
Summary: Here are some of the Cordless Power Tools I have used on most all of my electrical jobs and projects. |
Drill Drivers, Impact Drivers, Reciprocating Saws, Flashlights
Example of Cordless Power Tools:
- Drill Drivers: Multiple uses for driving screws and drilling holes.
- Reciprocating Saws: Used for cutting wood and metal materials.
- Flashlights: Keep your work well lighted.
- Stud Finder: Locate frame studs and other materials.
Cordless Power Tools and Rechargeable Batteries
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Drill DriversThe versatile cordless drill is available with a 3/8 inch chuck, however I personally recommend the half inch chuck which will allow me to work with hole saws and larger drill bits. Available options are variable speed and torque settings. |
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Reciprocating SawThe cordless reciprocating saw is extremely helpful for cutting electrical conduit and pipe, and is great to use when you need to do some demo work, or open up a section of drywall. Be sure to say clear of obstacles such as electrical wiring and plumbing pipes. |
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FlashlightThe cordless flash light is a must when working in the attic or under a house. Most cordless flashlights come with a sturdy base and adjustable light head to get the light right where you need it. |
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Head Mounted LED FlashlightThis head mounted LED flashlight has an elastic strap and adjustable lamp that will always shine the light where you are looking and working with your hands. I can't say enough about how great this LED light is for so many work projects where I have used it. |
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Stud FinderLocate ceiling joists, framing studs, and other obstacles inside the wall. Great to use before you cut open the wall, or when you need to located a stud to anchor something to a wall, such as surface mounted conduit or a ceiling mounted light fixture . The stud finder pictured here also locates metal studs and electrical circuits. |
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Laser Plumb BobThis laser light plumb bob is ideal for helping you locate the position of ceiling light fixtures from a for layout. This eliminates the need to use a measuring tape while your up on the ladder, which will save you allot of time. |
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| Electrical Wiring Tools Questions and Answers |
The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!The Non-Contact Electrical TesterThis is a testing tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and is the first test tool I grab to help identify electrical wiring. It is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.
The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!The Plug-In Outlet TesterThis is the first tool I grab to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring. This popular tester is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring. It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect Very handy and easy to use.
Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!The Wire Stripper and Wire CutterMy absolute favorite wire stripping tool that I have had in my personal electrical tool pouch for years, and this is the tool I use to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.. The wire stripper will work on both solid and stranded wire. This tool is Very Handy and Easy to Use. |
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