Could anyone give me some ideas on tools

[Deleted member 26818]

I think it needs to be established first, whether the OP is doing installation, maintenance or fitting.
Whilst I left off my list, Allen wrenches (also Torx wrenches), I have never needed to use a Vernier calliper, cold chisel or flexible screwdriver for installation work.
Jubilee clips are probably the only thing I do use my 1/4 inch drive sockets for, though I don’t include 1/4 inch sockets in with my tool kit.
Taps and associated drill bits should to my mind, be provided by the employer.
Not certain what knifed water pump pliers are, or why they would be necessary?

 

[Chris1234]

True, I do everything!

“Knipex water pump pliers”

Callipers I use everyday, checking unmarked cable sizes, bolt sizes (lots of different pitches etc), checking parts that I’ve got the tool room to make for me. Although installation it’s unlikely you’d need them!

 

[Chris1234]

Also, 22mm holesaw or step drill for buttons/switches/pilots etc.

 

[Deleted member 26818]

Most of my work is via agencies, so my tool bag has general tools that will allow me to work in just about any area.
Specialist tools such as vernier callipers, multimeters, etc I keep at home and only bring to work if I think they’ll assist me.

 

[telectrix]

You might find a hellermann sleeve tool will come in handy.
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Also a good quality crimp tool for lugs (some sites may require ones that can be calibrated) and bootlace ferrules.
Ident applicator tool maybe, though I don't often use them myself. link

you seen the price of those hellerman fanny stretchers. jeez.

 

[satori]

If we’re talking industrial installation, then I doubt it would see any use.
I have very occasionally used a voltage indicator, and usually have to replace the batteries before use.

I use mine daily to diagnose faults/problems in MCC panels, E-stop circuits, and PLC wiring. Funnily, I've never needed it for any of the power or lighting work, faults have always been more obvious there.

 

[naylorpd]

I'm not an electrician but...I do a lot of DIY. I wouldn't buy anything from someone else's list. Over many years I have had a policy to buy the right tools for whatever job I'm doing. After a few jobs you will find that you are buying less and less because you already have it.

If you see a need for a new and expensive tool, consider whether the job you are doing is one that you could do frequently. Buy better quality tools for this. If you think it's a one-off or once in a blue moon, buy something that's good enough to do the job, but not Rolls-Royce grade. But if you need a tool that requires calibration to be able/allowed to use it on site then make sure that someone can calibrate it - that usually means buying more expensive.

 

[Blissof89]

The draper expert 'go through' socket sets are an absolute god send if you are going to be working with threaded rod a lot.

I've had my eyes on a set for months after seeing some refrigeration engineers using them but I can't justify the cost for the 2 times a year I will drag it out of the van.

 

[telectrix]

The draper expert 'go through' socket sets are an absolute god send if you are going to be working with threaded rod a lot.

I've had my eyes on a set for months after seeing some refrigeration engineers using them but I can't justify the cost for the 2 times a year I will drag it out of the van.

i bought that draper set 15 years agoo. was then about £44. so far it's been great and only 1 1/4" socket lost and replaced. secret is never, ever, ever lend out to anyone, especially plumbers.

 

[Silly Sausage]

i bought that draper set 15 years agoo. was then about £44. so far it's been great and only 1 1/4" socket lost and replaced. secret is never, ever, ever lend out to anyone, especially plumbers.

Tools are like the Mrs, you may swear and curse at them, but you wouldn't lend her to your mate for a while.