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Must have tools for electrical apprentices
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items a list of starter tools for electrical apprentices, I've made this list for a generic year one apprentice, depending on your field of work some things may be missing/not needed. or you may be provided some things by your employer, but is is pretty mu...
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Hand tools
A selection of must have hand tools for electrical apprentices
This is a very good starter set, amazing price and well built tools, the screwdrivers could be a bit stronger but overall 8/10
INGCO 9Pcs 1000V VDE Insulated Hand Tools Set with 5Pcs Insulated Screwdriver and 3Pcs Insulated Plier Set 1Pcs Test Pencil HKTV01H091
NWS are a very affordable VDE brand, and outshine the price
NWS 635520 VDE 3 In 1 Side Cutters 160mm
what can i say, if your training to be a electrician you will own a set of these
C.K T3963 160 Cable Cutter 160 mm, 6"
always will need a tape, doesn't need to be expensive
Stanley STA998985 Pocket Tapes, 5m/16ft & 8m/26ft
you will need a knife, i recommend this type as a lot of sites have banned retractable blade type, so get a fixed blade type like this
Stanley FatMax 0-10-819 Pro Retractable Knife
a must have, your early days will be marking out, with this you can set the spring at required height, and mark single and double boxes throughout a job without needing to keep taking out your tape, has a built in level
Draper 63955 Socket Box Cutting Template , Blue
a decent pad saw for cutting plaster board
STANLEY FATMAX Folding Jabsaw 8 TPI Blade 3 Locking Positions with Ultra Hard Tooth and Soft Grip Handle FMHT0-20559
a nice set of files, working on metal or pvc always clean up those edges
Presch File Set 5 pcs with Bag - High Quality Metal File Set incl. Flat File, Half Round File, Round File, Triangular File and Square File - Professional Metal File Set for Steel - Metal Files Set
these pens aren't needed, but extremely helpful, if these are out of budget a sharpie will do
TRACER Complete Deep Hole Marking Kit - (including Double-Tipped Deep Hole Permanent Marker, Deep Hole Construction Pencil, 6x Replacement Lead Dispenser and TRACER Site Holster)
always make sure your installs are level, i recommend this level as it will last a apprentice and electrician if looked after
STANLEY FATMAX XTREME Torpedo Level Heavy Duty Aluminium Body and Magnetic Base Including 3 Reversible Vials 0-43-609
some of the best value for money grips on the market
Bahco 8224 Slip Joint Plier 250MM
ive owned this hack saw since i was 17, 32 now, honestly 10/10
C.K 814 Quick Change Hacksaw 300mm
these little sets are banging, but you must look after them, loose a handle and useless until replaced
Draper 70867 XP1000 VDE Extra Slim Interchangeable Screwdriver Set (12 Piece), Red and Yellow
Amazing set for electricians and apprentice's
AMTOVL Hex Keys Set, 27PCS Allen Key Set & Star Key Set, Metric Imperial Extra Long Ball End Hex Key Set with Color Coding with T-Handle 1.5mm-10mm, T10-T50, 1/16-3/8 for Bicycle Repair Household DIY
Power tools
A selection of must have power tools for electrical apprentices
twin set is all you need to start
DEWALT DCK266P2T-GB XR Combi Drill and Impact Driver Brushless Kit in TSTAK Box, 1 W, 18 V, Yellow/Black
to start a twin set is all that's needed
Bosch Professional 18V System Cordless Impact Driver GDR 18V-200 and Cordless Combi Drill GSB 18V-55 (incl. 2X 4.0 Ah GBA 18 V Rechargeable Battery, Quick Charger GAL 18V-40, in L-Case)
just remember the brand you start with is the brand you will expand on
Makita DLX2145TJ 18V Li-ion LXT 2 Piece Combo Kit comprising DHP458Z and DTD152Z Complete with 2 x 5.0 Ah Li-ion Batteries and Charger Supplied in a Makpac Case
when picking your 1st twin set, a good brand is probably the best place to start
Milwaukee M18 BPP2C-402C Heavy-Duty Twin Pack
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Testing equipment
A selection of must have testing equipment for electrical apprentices
always safe than sorry, although i wouldn't put my life on these they do come in handy
C.K T2271A Non-Contact Voltage Detector with Visual Indicator,Red
good little socket tester. viral on our tiktok, batteries do need changing a lot more than others
Reenwee Outlet Tester EBTN LCD with Voltage Display, RCD Receptacle Socket Tester Circuit Analyzer, Polarity Detector Leakage Tester Electricity Line Fault Checker, 8 Visual Indications
fluke t90 is a brilliant for starter kit
Fluke T90 Voltage & Continuity Tester, Yellow
PPE
trust me, these will save your knees, I'm 32 I wish I wore these more in my 20s, don't make my mistake
Thunderbolt Knee Pads for Work Inserts for Pants Trousers Workwear with Thick EVA Foam Cushioning
you'll be wearing these all week, don't cut on this cost, make sure they are well fitting and comfortable
DEWALT Men's Dewmem3229-tb Memphis Holster Trousers Waist 32in Leg 29in, Black/Grey, 32W 29L UK
you'll need as decent set of boots
DeWalt Carlisle Tan Safety Boots Work Boots Steel Toecap UK Sizes
you only get one set of eyes, although these should be provided for you. yo most likely will be provided rubbish ones
NoCry Hybrid Safety Glasses / Goggles with Anti Fog and Anti Scratch Coating; Clear Lenses; Interchangeable Adjustable Arms and an Elastic Band; ANSI Z87.1 Certified
again these should be provided to you, but your wearing them all day, make sure they are comfortable
Scruffs Trade Fingerless Gloves Black L / 9 (T51004)
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