Wire stripper pliers should be your first option for stripping wires and cables. But when you can’t find them, you can try using side cutters or linesman pliers. Here is how to do it.
Insulated pliers are very important for working around live or de-energized circuits and equipment. They protect you from electrical shock from dangerous voltages up to 1000V AC and 1500V DC. But how do you tell that your pliers are insulated and thus safe for use in a live circuit? And, are all rubber handle pliers […]
When working with sheet metal, metal stud framing, ductwork, or any sheet material, you need different types of hand tools to mold and cut the material. One of them is a pair of tin snips. These are great tin knocking pliers for cutting sheet metal and plastic sheet materials. In this article, you will learn […]
Sharp cable tie edges are dangerous and can cause serious injuries. But you can avoid or eliminate them using any of the 4 methods in this article.
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.
What do you do when pliers grips wear out or keep coming off? Find out in this article the 2 easy hacks I use all the time.
If you have been using the standard 10″ knipex cobra, it might be time to revamp your collection with a 10″ Knipex extra slim cobra. Here is all you need to know about them.
You might not think a zipper puller tab is important but when it breaks or comes off you will appreciate how it makes it easy for you to pull a zipper slider. Read this article to learn how a fix a broken or missing zipper pull handle.
When building HVAC plenums or installing a duct takeoff collar on a ventilation system, you will need to cut into the ductwork to fit different parts. Sometimes you may cut rectangular holes and other times round holes and curves. While you could use a hole saw, dremel, or jig saw to cut holes and shapes […]