Zip ties or cable ties are great self-locking fasteners for tying things together. They are particularly useful for cable management. Electricians use them to bundle together electrical cables and wires to keep everything neat and tidy, especially on cable tracks and trays. Auto mechanics too use these plastic straps to manage the car and motorcycle […]
Despite there being many pliers brands to choose from, many tradesmen in various fields swear either by Knipex or Channellock. So, which one is better? In this article, I share my opinion on Knipex pliers and Channellock pliers with the hope that you will find the insights useful the next time you have to choose […]
Although Knipex cobra seems to blow Channellock tongue and groove pliers out of the water, none of the pliers are perfect for every job. Read this article to learn more.
Between self-adjusting and non self-adjusting wire strippers, which one do you need? Or do you need both? Find out my opinion in this article.
Manual wire strippers are an older technology for stripping insulated wire. Surprisingly, these simple wire strippers are still the most widely used wire stripping tools to date. They have a permanent place in many people’s tool bags and toolboxes. To electricians, regular wire stripper pliers are an EDC because they are inexpensive, versatile, and easy […]
If you live on a farm or grew up on one, you probably know that fencing pliers are an essential tool for making and repairing fences. This specialized multi-tool is an everyday carry on the farm. You can use it to affix wire fencing for horses, cattle, or deers to wood poles. Fencing pliers also […]
What types of pliers do you need in an RV tool kit? Find out in this article
I have been using my Stanley tape measure and an old Vernier caliper to measure the size and dimensions of pliers and fasteners. Unfortunately, the scale of my old caliper is now faded and quite difficult to read. Most of the time I have to draw it close to my eyes and squint a little […]
If you regularly do automotive wiring, boat wiring, or terminate distribution and fire alarm panels, an automatic wire stripper becomes an indispensable companion. Automatic wire strippers self-adjust to different wire gauges while making your work consistent. But which are the best automatic wire strippers for electrical wire termination? Find out after reading this buying guide. […]
It is difficult to choose between Klein 11061 vs 11063w wire strippers. But this article makes it easier for you.