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Electrician's gift guide

A collection of all the must-have tools and products that will make your holiday shopping a breeze.

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Steven García  |  @tetraelectric

 

Steven García is a seasoned electrician with 15 years of commercial project experience. Originally from Venezuela, Steven now lives and practices his craft in Virginia. His passion lies in sourcing and utilizing top-quality electrical tools to ensure precision and efficiency in his work.

IDEAL Premium Tool Pouch

PRO SERIES PREMIUM TOOL POUCH

 

A lightweight and durable design with multiple functional pockets and handling straps.

IDEAL 600 MCM Ratcheting Cable Cutter - Open Jaw

600 MCM RATCHETING CABLE CUTTER

 

Open jaw allows easy access in tight areas, while the rounded blade design minimizes cable distortion.

IDEAL DeadEye Hole Saws - 8-Piece Kit

8-PIECE DEADEYE CARBIDE HOLE CUTTER KIT

 

Makes cutting through the toughest metals simple, fast and efficient.

Insulation Tester

INSULATION TESTER, 250/500/1000V

 

Identifies capacitive, absorption and leakage current, helping to prevent problems or injury.

400 MCM RACHETING CABLE CUTTER

 

Durable hardened steel with rounded blade construction ensures consistent cuts and durability.

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Josh Vincent  |  @jvincentelectrical

 

Josh is an experienced electrician specializing in both commercial and residential projects. Based in Ontario, Canada, he serves as the foreman of a small electrical company with eight co-workers. Beyond the electrical world, Josh enjoys skateboarding, musical pursuits (drums and guitar) and spending time with his wife and children.

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REFLEX SUPER T®-STRIPPER WIRE STRIPPER

 

“They’re my favorite wire strippers on the market. I love how they fit comfortably in the hand, they’re super smooth, and they strip up to #8.”

240' BLUED-STEEL FISH TAPE W/FORMED HOOK & TUFF-GRIP PRO CASE

 

"The 240-foot fish tape comes in handy during our conduit pulls. It’s heavy duty!”

IDEAL Twister ProFLEX Wire Connector Red/Yellow

TWISTER® PROFLEX WIRE CONNECTOR

 

“I use ProFlex connectors all over my house. They’re super comfortable to grip, and the best in the business.”

IDEAL Twist-a-Nut Conduit Deburring Tool, Slotted Tip

TWIST-A-NUT CONDUIT DEBURRING TOOL, SLOTTED TIP

 

“The Twist-a-Nut multi-bit driver is great for hand reaming. The reamer has stayed sharp and fits right in my tool belt.”

SPIRAL STEP BIT KIT

 

“My coworker Nathan and I agree that the IDEAL Step Bit has outlasted all the other brands we have. I love that they are impact-ready and high-quality.”

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Jesse Veen  |  @tberryelectric

 

Jesse is a foreman hailing from Ontario, Canada. After graduating from Conestoga College of Trades six years ago, he began his career as an electrician. Today, he is part of a seven-person company focused on a diverse range of residential, commercial and industrial work. Outside of his job, Jesse enjoys hunting and engaging in fitness training.

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TKO MASTER ELECTRICIAN'S KIT

 

“This kit is life changing. I have zero frustration when popping holes.”

IDEAL Forged Heavy-Duty Wire Stripper

FORGED HEAVY-DUTY DUAL NM WIRE STRIPPER

 

“I carry the forged wire strippers with me literally every day.”

IDEAL 61-757 Clamp Meter wBottomDisplay

600A AC/DC TRMS TIGHTSIGHT® CLAMP METER

 

“This meter is a good quality product! It makes my life easier and my job quality better.”

Big Kahuna IDEAL Cable cutters

750 MCM RATCHETING CABLE CUTTER

 

“I use these cable cutters every day. They’re very durable. I’ve cut over 700 cables with them.”

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STANDARD INSULATED TOOL KIT W/CASE

 

“The company I work for has this kit. It’s filled with high-quality tools that we all use constantly.”

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Micah Qualls  |  @builtwithtools

 

Micah works as a part-time residential electrician in South Carolina. In his full-time role, Micah works alongside his dad, brother and uncle to craft custom homes and remodeling projects. This experience has provided Micah with insights into various trades, including electrical and HVAC work. In his free time, Micah enjoys creating pottery and playing racquetball, along with spending time with his spouse and four children.

IDEAL Heavy-Duty Forged Wire Stripper 45-110 Front

FORGED HEAVY-DUTY WIRE STRIPPER

 

“These all-in-one strippers save me time and effort on the job.”

IDEAL 61-535 Circuit Breaker Finder Receiver & Transmitter

AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BREAKER FINDER

 

“With this handy tool, I no longer need to keep flipping breakers until I find the correct one.”

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Kevin Martinez  |  @_ksparky

 

Kevin works and lives as an electrician in San Diego, California. After completing his apprenticeship six years ago, he now serves as the foreman for a local IBEW. His dedicated crew specializes in commercial projects. After hours, Kevin enjoys playing soccer, going to the gym and off-roading.

IDEAL Forged Heavy-Duty Long-Nose Wire Stripper

HEAVY-DUTY LONG-NOSE WIRE STRIPPER

 

Strips 10-18 AWG solid wire and 12-20 AWG stranded wire.

IDEAL 9-1/2 in. Linesman Pliers with New England nose, Smart-Grip

9" LINESMAN PLIER - SMART-GRIP

 

Features knife-to-knife cutting blades, high leverage pivots and a forged-steel construction.

IDEAL 8 in. Diagonal-Cutting Pliers with angled head, Smart-Grip

8" DIAGONAL-CUTTING PLIER W/ANGLED HEAD - SMART GRIP

 

Features a convenient angled head for hard-to-reach areas and rocking out nails.

IDEAL 21-in-1 Twist-a-Nut™ Ratcheting Screwdriver

21-IN-1 TWIST-A-NUT RATCHETING SCREWDRIVER

 

The screwdriver ratchet mechanism can handle high torque, while the Wire-Nut® connector wrench reduces finger fatigue.

IDEAL Twister ProFLEX Mini Wire Connector

TWISTER® PROFLEX MINI WIRE CONNECTOR

 

A space-saving design that fits tight spots while accommodating anything from two #22 AWG to four #12 solid AWG wire.

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Electricians aren't the only ones with great holiday recommendations. Our product and marketing managers are the experts when it comes to high-quality, must-have tools this holiday season. With 32 years of experience at IDEAL Electrical between them, Andrew, Trevor, Sam and Brandon have the insights you need to select the perfect holiday gift. Below, these dedicated product managers share their top picks.

 

Trevor Fildes

 

PRODUCT MANAGER

IDEAL Forged Heavy-Duty Long-Nose Wire Stripper

HEAVY-DUTY LONG-NOSE WIRE STRIPPER

 

“These wire strippers incorporate wire cutters, strippers, bolt cutters and crimpers into a sleek long-nose format.”

IDEAL Dual Compartment Backpack Closed

IDEAL® PRO SERIES DUAL COMPARTMENT BACKPACK

 

“The Pro-Series backpacks provide plenty of room to organize hand tools, supplies, fish tapes and test and measurement equipment.”

STANDARD DRILL TAP 8-PIECE KIT

 

“These drill taps save time and effort, making any job requiring a tapped hole easier to complete and less stressful.”

Andrew Kuhns

 

Marketing manager

A handmade leather tool tote isolated against a white background. The pouch has several pockets to hold various hand tools, and a chain designed to hold a roll of electrical tape. The pouch is tan leather colour and is stamped "Tuff Tote".

TUFF-TOTE ULTIMATE TOOL CARRIER, PREMIUM LEATHER W/STRAP

 

“This is a premium-constructed tool carrier that will withstand the test of time in terms of quality and style.”

IDEAL DeadEye Hole Saws - 4-Piece Kit

4-PIECE DEADEYE CARBIDE HOLE CUTTER KIT

 

This kit is a durable, easy-to-use hole saw, the best carbide tip hole cutter on the market.”

SureTrace Circuit Tracer Kit

SURETRACE 957 CIRCUIT TRACER OPEN/CLOSED

 

“The circuit tracer is a dependable tool for finding wires and faults in almost any application.”

Brandon McCollum

 

Associate Product Manager

IDEAL DeadEye Hole Cutter, 1-1/8" Hole Diameter

DEADEYE CARBIDE HOLE CUTTER, 1-1/8"

 

“This is a premium product with great features, making cutting through the toughest metals simple.”

SPIRAL STEP BIT KIT

 

“This kit is extremely useful and long-lasting. The split point tip removes the need for a starter pilot hole, saving any electrician time on the jobsite.”

Sam Peterson

 

Senior Market Segment Manager

IDEAL Reflex Super T-Stripper Wire Stripper 45-619 RedWhiteBlue Handles

REFLEX SUPER T®-STRIPPER WIRE STRIPPER, RED, WHITE AND BLUE

 

“The T-Stripper is a super versatile tool. I love the way the ergonomic handles fit comfortably in my hands, and you can't beat the red, white, and blue grips!”

IDEAL Twister Wire Connector Tan

TWISTER® WIRE CONNECTOR

 

“The Twister wire connectors are a legend. They’re made in the U.S. and are the most used connector in the country.”

IDEAL 3/4" Ductile Iron Conduit Bender

DUCTILE IRON BENDER

 

“This is a best-in-class conduit bender. It’s sturdy, robust and very durable.”

 

With these top-tier recommendations, we hope you've found inspiration for top-notch gifts for the electricians in your life. From all of us at IDEAL, we wish you a joyous holiday season!

 

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