list of electrical tools
1. Wire Strippers : Wire strippers are used to cut the insulation off of the wire. They are equipped with different sized cutting teeth for various sized wires. They also have a cutoff portion in order to cut the wire
2. Non-contact Voltage Detector: A voltage detector is used for a quick safety check to see if there is voltage or current flow present. Some of these devices are automatic and some must be turned on via a switch. Simply place the end of the tracer beside a wire, breaker or cord to see if it’s energized.
3. Hammer: A hammer is used to secure boxes equipped with nail-on brackets to studs in a home. You’ll also need it to drive Romex straps when adding new Romex wiring in a home.
4. Linesman Pliers: These pliers are the do-it-all pliers. They cut, twist wires together, and grip wires for pulling. They have a squared off end that is great for twisting wires together, a center cutting blade for cutting wire, and a grip area between the handles to pull wire.
5. Flashlight : A light comes in handy in those places where lighting is limited. Never try to reach into a panel without proper lighting.
6. Phillips Screwdriver : A Phillips screwdriver has four blades used to install Phillips-head screws. The tip looks like a plus sign.
7. Straight-Blade Screwdriver: This screwdriver is used for straight slot screws. You will likely need more than one size for your project. If you have to choose just one, pick a medium blade. It will suit most projects.
8. Tape Measure: A tape measure is use to measure heights for switches and outlets. You will also need it to center lighting fixture boxes.
9. Level Meter : Some people are good at eyeballing whether something is level or not, but this tool takes all the guesswork away. It takes only a slight error to make objects look off-kilter.
10. Drill Machine : Drilling implies creating holes, and a power drill is the ultimate luxury when tired hands have turned too many screws. It adapts not only to drill bits to bore holes, but also to every kind of screw-head bit, making larger projects go quickly and with less muscle. Just be careful to stop when the fastener is tight so you don’t strip the screw head. Don’t skimp on this tool — you will appreciate having a lot of power.