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Must have tools for electrical apprentices

a list of starter tools for electrical apprentices, I've made this list for a generic year one apprentice, depending on your field of work some things may be missing/not needed. or you may be provided some things by your employer, but is is pretty mu...

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Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

PPE

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Hand tools

A selection of must have hand tools for electrical apprentices

This is a very good starter set, amazing price and well built tools, the screwdrivers could be a bit stronger but overall 8/10

INGCO 9Pcs 1000V VDE Insulated Hand Tools Set with 5Pcs Insulated Screwdriver and 3Pcs Insulated Plier Set 1Pcs Test Pencil HKTV01H091

NWS are a very affordable VDE brand, and outshine the price

NWS 635520 VDE 3 In 1 Side Cutters 160mm

what can i say, if your training to be a electrician you will own a set of these

C.K T3963 160 Cable Cutter 160 mm, 6"

always will need a tape, doesn't need to be expensive

Stanley STA998985 Pocket Tapes, 5m/16ft & 8m/26ft

you will need a knife, i recommend this type as a lot of sites have banned retractable blade type, so get a fixed blade type like this

Stanley FatMax 0-10-819 Pro Retractable Knife

Power tools

A selection of must have power tools for electrical apprentices

twin set is all you need to start

DEWALT DCK266P2T-GB XR Combi Drill and Impact Driver Brushless Kit in TSTAK Box, 1 W, 18 V, Yellow/Black

to start a twin set is all that's needed

Bosch Professional 18V System Cordless Impact Driver GDR 18V-200 and Cordless Combi Drill GSB 18V-55 (incl. 2X 4.0 Ah GBA 18 V Rechargeable Battery, Quick Charger GAL 18V-40, in L-Case)

just remember the brand you start with is the brand you will expand on

Makita DLX2145TJ 18V Li-ion LXT 2 Piece Combo Kit comprising DHP458Z and DTD152Z Complete with 2 x 5.0 Ah Li-ion Batteries and Charger Supplied in a Makpac Case

when picking your 1st twin set, a good brand is probably the best place to start

Milwaukee M18 BPP2C-402C Heavy-Duty Twin Pack

Testing equipment

A selection of must have testing equipment for electrical apprentices

always safe than sorry, although i wouldn't put my life on these they do come in handy

C.K T2271A Non-Contact Voltage Detector with Visual Indicator,Red

good little socket tester. viral on our tiktok, batteries do need changing a lot more than others

Reenwee Outlet Tester EBTN LCD with Voltage Display, RCD Receptacle Socket Tester Circuit Analyzer, Polarity Detector Leakage Tester Electricity Line Fault Checker, 8 Visual Indications

fluke t90 is a brilliant for starter kit

Fluke T90 Voltage & Continuity Tester, Yellow

PPE

trust me, these will save your knees, I'm 32 I wish I wore these more in my 20s, don't make my mistake

Thunderbolt Knee Pads for Work Inserts for Pants Trousers Workwear with Thick EVA Foam Cushioning

you'll be wearing these all week, don't cut on this cost, make sure they are well fitting and comfortable

DEWALT Men's Dewmem3229-tb Memphis Holster Trousers Waist 32in Leg 29in, Black/Grey, 32W 29L UK

you'll need as decent set of boots

DeWalt Carlisle Tan Safety Boots Work Boots Steel Toecap UK Sizes

you only get one set of eyes, although these should be provided for you. yo most likely will be provided rubbish ones

NoCry Hybrid Safety Glasses / Goggles with Anti Fog and Anti Scratch Coating; Clear Lenses; Interchangeable Adjustable Arms and an Elastic Band; ANSI Z87.1 Certified

again these should be provided to you, but your wearing them all day, make sure they are comfortable

Scruffs Trade Fingerless Gloves Black L / 9 (T51004)

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