Why would anyone need an electrical tool kit? Perhaps maybe you’re an electrician and you really need to find some tools so that you can take them with you on the job. Today you are in luck because we’re going to talk about electrical tool kits and some of the best ones on the market so you can find the right one for you!
Top Picks
Best Price: Soldering Iron Kit by Plusvio
This soldering kit by Plusvio has all the tools you need to soldier and it’s one of the best prices that can’t be beat.
Most Versatile: Cartman Electrical Tool Kit
If you are looking for a tool kit that can be used for a variety of things, this Cartman kit will give you everything that you need for it.
Best overall: DEKOPRO Electrical Tool Kit
If you are looking for an electrical tool kit that has pretty much everything that you need with high quality, the DEKOPRO will save the day as it has 168 pieces.
Pros and cons of an electrical tool kit
Pros
Organization
When you buy an electrical tool kit, it usually comes in a case, where all the tools are in one place.
Variety
When you buy an electrical tool kit, usually it’s a variety. It can be a whole set (which, naturally, of course, will cost more) or it could be a basic tool set.
Cons
Price
Depending on what you want, it can either be cheap or very expensive. If you want literally everything, you of course, will be paying the extra price.
How to choose the right one for you
There are several factors that you need to consider when it comes to choosing the right electrical tool kit for you:
Brand
Believe it or not, if you go with a high-quality brand, you’ll get the most sturdy materials. If you go with the cheaper brand, you’ll get lower quality materials. It really depends what kind of electrical job you’re trying to do.
Number of tool pieces
The number of tool parts used in the toolset should be remembered. This will save you money for a long time, because each tool is not separate. Some tool sets have nearly 300 different parts, so it depends how many tools that you need.
Your essentials
- You’ll want screwdrivers and pliers with at least insulated handles with voltage detectors so that you can handle wires safely. These tools alone will help you do the job safely.
- Having long nosed pliers to manipulate cables is also required so that you can do precise work. It helps to have wire cutters on hand, because one way or another you’ll be dealing with wires.
- You’ll want general tools with non-conductive handles so that you can do the installation safely.
- Circuit detectors (which are particularly helpful to identify bolts), receptor or outlet readers with a light device for indicating wiring issues, a power sensing pen, and a multimeter are the diagnostic instruments to have in your electrical tool kit bag.
- It’s very important as well, to have safety glasses and a small first aid kit so that you can be safe and in case there’s any injuries sustained.
Price
A lot of choices are available on the market, and you should find one that is the right for your budget. And if you do not have a lot of money, you can find solutions for less than $100.
Tool Set Case
Check for a toolkit with a limited case size. This helps you to easily carry the tools. The reliability and longevity of the tool case are another consideration you can remember. The tools inside the case would be affected along with the case if the case wasn’t sturdy. The effect could be more money to substitute the tools and the case for the equipment.
Tips for Newbies
If necessary, mark the bases of the key pliers and screwdrivers so you know just what you’re looking for. It usually takes a lot of time to write the code in a fine sharpie.
Arrange the toolkit so that each time you go to work or right before you finish, you can run a pretty quick inventory. Losing a tool at a time of concern is almost as irritating, because it makes no big difference if you need to contact a customer and see if you left something behind.
You may have obtained equipment made of non-corrosive materials or plating which are resistant to corrosion. Even, somewhere dry, store your kit. The tools with tension springs in particular will make them unusable.
You should always clean your tools because it’s never fun to work with tools if they’re oily, gritty, or very dirty.
Finally, you definitely don’t want to be equipped with a tool kit that has busted tools. A busted tool means that you can’t do the job properly and things can go wrong.
Top Electrical Tool Kits
DEKOPRO 168 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Repair Tool
This electrical tool set by DEKOPRO has everything you pretty much need for an electrical tool kit. It has a high-temperature high carbon steel temperature material, so that means it’s super reliable. Know that it also includes a sharp blade, but the full set includes the following.
- Screwdriver set
- Pilers
- Spirit Level
- Hammer
- Utility Knife
- Tape Measure
- Hex Key
- Adjustable Wrench
Pros
- Comes with a decent amount of tools
- High quality material
- Comes in a case
Cons:
- Some users complained that it is lower quality than the manufacturer claimed
Cartman 122pcs Auto Tool Accessory Set
This tool kit by Cartman has everything you could possibly need in a tool kit. For starters, it has 122 pieces and it’s perfect for repairing small repairs around the house. It also includes the blow-molded case so that you can easily transport it around. The full set includes:
- 1pc-3/8″ ratchet handle 19pc-1/4″ sockets:5/32, 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 9/32, 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12mm
- 8pc-3/8″ sockets:9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4; 14 15, 16, 17mm
- 1pc-3/8″ x 3″ extension bar
- 4pc-screwdrivers
- 1pc-adjustable wrench
- 1pc-screwdriver handle
- 1pc-long nose plier
- 1pc-diagonal plier
- 1pc-auto voltage tester
- 1pc-tester
- 1pc-crimping tool
- 44pc-terminals
- 16pc-hex key
- 1pc-adaptor
- 1pc-12′ tape measure
- 20pc-1″ bits
Pros:
- 122 pieces
- Blow molded case for easy transport
Cons:
- Lower quality than the manufacturer’s claim as some tools can break after some use
InstallerParts Network Repair Tool Kit 15 In 1
This electrical tool kit by InstallerParts is one you should definitely consider because it has everything that you need for a network installation job. It has the following tools included:
- RJ11/12/45 Modular Plug Crimp Tool
- Punch Down Tool with 66 & 110/88 Blades
- 20-30 Gauge Wire Stripper
- Adjustable Utility Knife
- 5 Spare Knife Blades
- 10 RJ45 Plugs/5 Cable Boots/Container
- 2-in-1 Reversible Screwdriver
- RJ11/45 Cable Tester/Tracker
It also comes with a molded plastic hard case, so that you can put your tools somewhere while using this to install your network (or whichever you need to repair around your house). This tool set is perfect for the professional who needs the basic tools to install audio or test network service.
Pros:
- High quality materials
- Perfect for professionals
- Comes with a case
Cons:
- Crimper not as reliable as manufacturer’s claim it was
Soldering Iron Kit
This tool kit by Plusivio has everything that you need when it comes to soldering. It includes the following:
- Adjustable Temperature Soldering Iron (60 W)
- Soldering Iron Stand
- Multimeter with Premium Probes
- Mini Wire Stripper Tool, Diagonal Wire Cutter and Cutter
- Tweezers (Curved ESD-15, Straight Tweezers ESD-11)
- Tin Wire Solder Tube
- Desoldering Pump
- Black 22 and Red 22 AWG Wire
- Soldering Iron Tip Set (5 pcs)
- Solder Wick and Soldering Paste
- Mini Screwdriver and Mini PCB
- Insulating Tape (black, red and yellow)
- Pen Shaped Screwdriver
- Bonus Heat Shrink Kit
- Downloadable Plusivio ebook guide on how to use the tools
It is of course very durable with a safe iron stand with a dual safety design so that it can protect you from being burned, so that’s good because safety matters. You get a high-quality carrying kit so that you have somewhere to put all of your tools. This is the perfect tool kit if you need to do a soldering job around your house or professionally.
Pros
- High-quality material
- Comes with everything that you need for the soldering kit
Cons
- Comes with toxic waste (lead)
Hi-Spec 90 Piece Electronics & Soldering Repair Tool
Finally, we have the Hi-Spec Electronic & Soldering Repair Tool Set Kit that should be in your house because there may come a time where you’ll need to fix or repair electronics. Electronics would include computers, drones, gadgets, and more. You get 90 pieces in the tool kit which includes everything you could possibly need to fix electronics.
The full set includes:
- 1 x Suction Cup with Sim Card Hole Pin
- 1 x Magnetizing Block
- 2 x Stainless Steel Pry Bars 165 & 180mm
- 1 x Cross-type tweezers (259X)
- 2 x Fine-nose tweezers (TS13 / TS15)
- 1 x Tool Roll Up Bag
- 1 x 2m Anti-Static Wrist Strap
- 1 x Retractable Dust Brush
- 2x 160mm Cr-V Tweezers Bent-Nose & Straight-Nose
- 1 x Solder Iron Stand
- 1 x 28g Rosin Solder Wire Reel
- 1 x 1.5m Solder Wick Reel
- 1 x Solder Sucker/Pump
- 1 x Solder Bit
- 1 x 60W Soldering Iron with 1.2m power cord/lead
- 1 x 9m Electrical Tape
- 1 x Digital Multimeter with two probes: Battery is included
- 1 x 88mm Cross-Head 10mm Pry Bar
- 1 x 88mm Slot/Flat Head 6mm Pry Bar
- 1 x Triangle/Guitar Pick Pry Tool
- 1 x 120mm Aluminum Utility Cutter Handle with 5 extra blades
- 52 x S2 & Cr-V Hardened Steel Precision Bits:
- Precision Bits use S2 carbon steel alloy for increased hardness (up to 60HRC), wear-resistance and reduced brittleness
- Slot/Flat: SL1, 1.5, 2, 2, 3, 3.5, 4, 4; Triple-Square XZN M2.5, 3.0
- – Hex: H0.8, H1.5, H2, H2.5, H3, H3.5, H4; Tripoint Y2.0, Y2.5; Triple-Square XZN M3.5
- Phillips: PH000, 00, 00, 0, 0, 1, 2; Pozidrive: PZ00, PZ1; Triple-Square XZN M4
- -Torx: T4, T5, T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T15, T20; Triple-Square XZN M4.5
- -PH00, PH0; SL0, 1.5, 2.0; H0.8, 1, 1.5, 2 3; T8, T10
- 1 x 120mm Ratcheting Driver Bit Handle
- 1 x 65mm Extension Adapter
- 1 x 130mm Flexible Extension Adapter
- 1 x Phillips PH0 Precision Screwdriver
- 1 x Slot/Flat 2.8mm Precision Screwdriver
- 1 x Wire Stripper
- 1 x Compact Diagonal Cutters/Snips
- 1 x Compact Needle Nose Pliers
- 1 x Sturdy Folding-Door Portable Carry Case
Pros:
- Full set included
- Can fix almost all electronics
- High quality materials used
Cons:
- Tester doesn’t perform as well as the manufacturer claims
FAQ
What is in an electrical kit?
An electrical tool kit has the following:
- Lineman’s Pliers
- Side Cutters
- Cable Cutters
- Crimping Pliers
- Needle Nose Pliers
- Wire Strippers
- Channellocks
- Hex Keys
- Screwdrivers
- Wrench set
- Crescent wrench
- Hammer
- Tape Measure
- Hack saw
- Markers
- Torpedo Level
What are the basic electrical tools?
- Hammer
- Screwdrivers
- Screws
- Side cutters
- Cable cutters
- Wrenches
These are the very basics every electrician should have.
What are the best tools for an electrician?
Here are some of the best tools for an electrician:
- Wire strippers as it has multi-function use for it
- Digital cutters redux
- Screwdrivers
- Reaming Pliers
Of course, there’s many more, but those are some of the best ones that an electrician can have.
Which tool kit is best?
The tool kit by DEKOPRO (which is also in our Top Picks) is the best because it has all the necessary tools that you need and it’s high quality so you don’t have to worry about anything breaking.
Why you need an electrical tool kit
You need an electrical tool kit because there may be a time where you’ll need the tools to fix the wiring or anything electrical. Plus, electrical tool kits can be used to fix other things in your home.
What usually comes in an electrical tool kit?
Usually, it’s all kinds of tools that’s needed to deal with wires, so typically wire cutters and etc. It really depends on the job that’s being done. A lot of electrical tool kits can be used for other things though, so it varies.
Final Verdict
Today you’ve seen why having an electrical tool kit is useful in your household. It can repair everything from wires all the way down to electronics. It’s always good to have on hand. If you have enjoyed reading this guide today, please let us know in the comments!
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