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Insulated Tools work with metric and standard applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 07:37:52 -0500

Tested to 10,000 Vac and rated for 1,000 Vac max exposure, Insulated Tool series promotes safety when working around electricity. OEL COMBINATION TOOL has wall drive profile that distributes torque load to fastener through flats, optimizing area of force application as well as lowering possibility of distortion to nut or bolt head. Capable of exceeding tightening torques specified in DIN standard by 70-100%, each socket or spanner fits Metric and Inch series fastener.

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Hand Tools include integrated voltage sensor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:54:34 -0500

Featuring ergonomic, cushioned handles, line of Circuit Alert(TM) Tools includes screwdrivers, wire strippers, pliers, flashlights, and utility knives, all with built-in removable voltage detector that produces audio and visual alert when it detects live circuit. Tools are made of forged steel for light weight, and many are multifunctional for completing variety of tasks.

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Tool Kit offers everything for wire-wrapping applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:35:11 -0500

Customizable with JDV or Standard Pneumatic brand tools to meet unique application needs, KTW6021 Series provides all essential tools for terminating 22-24 or 24-26 AWG wire-wrapping applications. Kits includes Standard Pneumatic brand (model 6021) 120 V wire wrap tool, bit/sleeve, hand wrap tool, unwrap tool, cut/strip tool, and deep cavity tool pouch. Left handed tool pouches are also available.

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Electricians' Tools protect users against live circuits.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 07:45:55 -0500

Insulated product line consists of 350+ items, including screwdrivers, pliers, cutting tools, wrenches, drive tools, and keys as well as insulated gloves. Orange plastic insulation protects users from shock when working on live circuits of up to 1,000 Vac and 1,500 Vdc. VE Series tools are designed for craftsmen who install and maintain standard electrical equipment and wiring, while VSE Series tools are for use around highest live voltages and are wrapped with 2 layers of insulation.

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Battery Actuated Crimping Tool is hydraulically operated.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 07:17:33 -0500

Offering one-handed operation for advance, retract, and hold functions, BURNDY PATRIOT(TM) PAT644XT-18V suits contractor, utility, and telecommunications applications. Self-contained unit is ergonomically constructed and has hydraulic pump, transmission, and piston design. Along with crimping head design capable of 360° rotation for any-position operation, tool uses 2.6 AH high-capacity 18 V Ni-MH battery that eliminates voltage depression and features 11 tons of output force.

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Coax Connector Tool assists datacom technicians.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 06 Nov 2006 07:56:20 -0500

Coax connector tool works on compression-style hex F connectors in CATV installations and BNC style connectors employed for CCTV. For use in space-restricted areas, shaft size lets installer slide tool's open socket onto connector and tighten or loosen it without damaging termination. Threaded end holds F connectors during cable insertion to facilitate connector seating against dielectric. While promoting torque delivery, no-slip grip handle also reduces hand fatigue.

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Hand Tools target electrical contractors.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 07:57:24 -0500

Suited for use with electrical equipment, E-Smart Tools are tested to 10,000 V to assure integrity of insulation, and are certified to 1,000 V. Screwdriver blades are machined from European chrome/molybdenum/vanadium steel and heat-treated to highest possible hardness levels. With button attached, tools may be used with one hand as precision screwdrivers, or when locked into supplied handle, can be used as full sized screwdrivers.

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Tool Kit includes tools tested to 10,000 V.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Apr 2006 08:15:19 -0500

Basic Electrician's Kit consists of 8 pieces, all double-insulated and certified for use to 1,000 Vac/1,500 Vdc. It comes in custom soft briefcase with slot for each tool, including 9 in. Lineman's Pliers, 8 in. Chain Nose Pliers, 7¾ in. Hi-Leverage Curved Pliers, and 7 5/8 in. Wire Stripper. Three screwdrivers include ¼ x 4¼ in. Mechanics Tip, 3/16 x 6 in. Cabinet Tip, and No 2 x 4 in. Phillips, all with cushion grip handles.

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Connection System withstands severe service conditions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 07:20:12 -0500

Consisting of head and power unit in one-piece assembly, BURNDY WEJTAP(TM) uses power-driven, aluminum alloy wedge to lock tap cables into self-adjusting, C-shaped spring body, maintaining consistent pressure throughout life of connection. Wedge's wiping action, in combination with PENATROX(TM) PENA 13 oxide-inhibiting compound, provides contact integrity. Breech-loaded tool incorporates automatic forward-venting gas release directed away from operator.

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Trim-Out Set provides portable solution for electricians.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 26 Jul 2005 08:05:13 -0500

Comprised of 6 pieces, trim-out set (Cat No. 80006) enables electricians to handle daily projects. It includes heavy-duty 2000 Series® 9 in. side-cutting pliers, Klein-Kurve® wire stripper/cutter, and 4 in. round shank No. 2 Profilated® Phillips-tip screwdriver in addition to ¼ in. cabinet-tip screwdriver with 4 in. heavy-duty round shank, and 4-pocket tool pouch. Set also comes with Klein® lightweight utility belt (Cat No. 5204).

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Connectors and Prep Tools facilitate cable installation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 05 Apr 2005 07:43:21 -0500

Designed for use with LMR-240 low loss cable, ST-240EZ tool prepares cable to exact dimensions in one step, while DBT-02 tool removes burrs from exposed center conductor. EZ non-solder connectors, which include QMA male, QMA male RA, SMA male, SMA male RA, and N male types, are supplied with adhesive-lined ATUM boot. Optimized to facilitate termination, all connectors are suited for use in True Position E911 installations.

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Tool ensures alignment of multi-gang installations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 16 Mar 2004 07:39:59 -0500

Suited for industrial, commercial, and residential applications, G-Tool, with built-in level, helps ensure proper installation of single-gang to 20-gang devices such as toggle, decorator, duplex, and any combination of switches. Product enables proper wallplate fit without need to make further adjustments. It operates with swivel and snap arm up for toggle switches and down for decorator or duplex devices.

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Hand Tools are engineered for control and comfort.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 12 Mar 2004 07:51:08 -0500

Smart-Gripâ"¢ electrician's tools include 9¼ in. side-cutting linesman pliers with optional crimp, 8 in. diagonal pliers with optional angled head, 7¾ and 8½ in. needle-nose pliers, 9½ and 10 in. tongue-and-groove pliers, cable cutter, and multi-crimp tool. Pliers are rated for cutting screws, nails, hardened wire, and ACSR. All tools have textured, dual-durometer Santoprene® handle and feature dropforged carbon-steel construction and induction-hardened cutting edges.

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Cut/Strip/Wrap Bit and Holder suits telecom industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 25 Sep 2003 08:03:23 -0500

Cut/Strip/Wrap (CSW) bit and holder consists of open-faced tool that cuts, strips, and wraps wire in one operation. Able to wrap wire directly from reel or harness, product is designed for applications wrapping 24 and 26 AWG wire; 30 AWG capacity is available upon request.

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Cable-Blowing Machine installs micro-fiber cable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 10 Sep 2003 07:43:47 -0500

Portable Breeze micro-fiber cable blowing machine features compliant double-driven rollers for secure grip of cable. Tornado, with hydraulic power pack, moves fiber-optic cable of 0.23â�"1.25 in. dia at speeds to 300 fpm into pre-installed innerduct or direct-buried duct. Model C2 Cable Lasher provides cable or bundle capacity from 1 5/8â�"1 7/8 in. and overlash capability. Duct Rodders are constructed of fiberglass strands impregnated with thermosetting gel.

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Electrician's Tool aids in fixing/removing light switches.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 24 Jan 2003 08:13:26 -0500

SwitchGrip® aids users in fixing/removing electrical 15 A, 120 Vac light switches by holding on to single pole or 3-way switch with magnet, giving user control and stability. During installation of light switches user has control over stiff wires, and tool increases safety by keeping users' hands away from live wires and metal. Product is small enough to use with power or manual screwdrivers and incorporates wire stripper and bender into handle.

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Duct Rodders combine high strength and flexibility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 13 Nov 2002 07:45:40 -0500

Duct Rodders, constructed of fiberglass strands impregnated with thermosetting gel and strengthening agents, are mounted on tubular-steel carriers. UV-stabilized, safety-yellow polypropylene coating will neither soften in hot weather nor become brittle in cold. Rodders have male-threaded fitting on outboard end and female-threaded fitting on back end. They are offered in nominal diameters of 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2 in., in continuous lengths from 100 to 1,000 ft.

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Crimping Tools offer high speed operation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 10 Apr 2002 07:44:20 -0500

Y500CTHS L'IL CRIMP(TM) Hydraulic crimp tool requires only 7 strokes to advance ram prior to crimping lug. It features wire range capacity of #8 AWG through 500 Kcmil copper, and permanent D3 die groove. BCT500HS BATOOL(TM) incorporates Makita tool base, motor with replaceable brushes, and 3-piston pump. Both crimp tools accommodate all W series dies and offer 180 deg rotating, stainless steel head that allows installers to work in tight areas.

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Tool Kit supplies handy array of live-circuit tools.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 22 Jan 2002 10:59:30 -0500

MRO Super Kit Plus contains dielectric safety tools for work on energized circuits up to 1,000 Vac and 1,500 Vdc. All tools are double-insulated and manufactured to ASTM F-1505.94 standard. When outer orange insulation layer has worn, inner yellow layer shows through, serving as early warning to remove tool from service. Kit includes screwdrivers, pliers, nutdrivers, sockets, box end wrenches, torque wrench and gloves.

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Wiring Tools wrap and unwrap without power.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 11 Dec 2001 07:52:25 -0500

Manually operated by simply squeezing handle, lightweight Wire Wrapping Guns for regular and modified wraps have all-metal gear drive system for reliability and longevity. Tool is available in aluminum or Lexan housings and in chuck or clamp models for wrapping or unwrapping operations.

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