Hand tools are some of the most commonly required tools for any kind of electrical, plumbing or construction jobs. The biggest drawback amongst people is that they rarely know the most handy hand tools that come to the rescue while doing any repair work. Nowadays many specialized hand tools are also available some so easy to use that minor repairs can be done without technicians. The hand tools come in a variety of specifications and it is better to know the different tools and their purpose before buying them so that one buys those that are essential and can come handy during work.
Hammers are one of the most functional hand tools to have with you anywhere. They come in many styles having different functionalities. The rubber and wooden provide good force without denting work material which means it is best for any woodwork or auto-body repairs. The construction sledges have heavy duty steel heads to break through concrete with ease. Apart from this the lightweight hammer are best for driving in and taking out nails and is a must for work as well as home.
Crimping tools come in handy during any electrical wiring work. They can bend, strip, cut and crimp insulated wiring with ease. They also come in different forms for specific needs, a hose crimper can manipulate brass and aluminum barbs which can be handy for automotive or refrigeration installation. Cable tie tools also come with this same category and can be highly useful in construction site. Many multipurpose crimping toolkits are also available at much competitive prices.
Cutting tools are available to cut wire, glass, cables, metal and bolts. Glass cutters come in handy while doing decorative glass cutting or for different models of glass table tops and other furniture. Lightweight, heavy duty cutters are available to cut through tough metals with ease. Bolt cutters are handy for cutting chains, padlocks and bolts. The wire cutters have super sharp blades to cut through aluminum and copper cables whereas metal shears help cut through metal sheets which are most commonly used for AC and chimney chutes as well as vents.
Electrical tools come now in very useful and handy multipurpose tool set boxes. The lower grade sets can be useful for home use whereas the heavy duty sets are excellent options for electricians and workers to use in construction sites. Fuse pullers, punch driver sets and cable accessories are some of the common hand tools found in the heavy duty sets, thus know your hand tools and the purposes and make the right purchase choice.
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