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Licensed electricians must undergo rigorous training to be able to safely and effectively fix other people's wiring. However, while this store of knowledge is undoubtedly their greatest resource, they also need other electric supplies to do the job. The guide below explores some of these tools of the trade. 

What Electric Supplies & Tools Does an Electrician Need?

1. Pliers

Electricians often will need to pull tangled or twisted wires apart. For these, they use pliers with insulated handles to protect them from electrical shocks. While their most-often used pair has straight teeth, needle-nose pliers are also necessary for working in difficult-to-reach spaces, as are side-cutting pliers for stripping off a wire's insulation.

2. Voltage Tester & Meter

electric suppliesBefore beginning a project of this kind, the electricity should be turned off to avoid shocking or harming the contractors. However, for added safety, electricians carry handheld voltage testers and meters to inspect the outlets and wires for live power.

3. Insulated Gloves

Insulated gloves protect the technicians from electrocution while they work. A variety of styles and types are available, all graded by how much voltage protection they provide. Additionally, some have labels indicating they are resistant to ozone.

4. Circuit Finder 

Part of an electrician’s job involves rewiring or testing the outlets in a building, but it’s not always obvious which outlet is connected to which circuit. To solve this problem, they bring handheld digital transmitters and receivers which can be plugged in to determine the layout of the pathway.

5. Fish Tape

Also known as draw wire, fish tape is used to push new wiring through walls and confined spaces during electrical installations. Wires are attached to the end of this skinny steel or nylon string and fed through the area until they reach the end, which is usually where an electrical box rests.

 

Whether you’re buying these electric supplies for yourself or an apprentice, visit Husker Electric Supply in Lincoln, NE. For more than 40 years, they’ve helped clients find top brand names in everything from pliers to circuit breakers at affordable prices. Visit their website for a list of services. Or call (402) 467-4624 to place an order today. 

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