Reddit mentions of Greenlee 11426 Tool

The below is all a reflection of my daily use tools.

• I use the MS2-100 every day for every single drop I pull, or custom cable I make, so it's a good call. It can also apply tone to a drop if you need to trace. It doesn't actually certify the cables, but that's only an issue if your customer specifies certification. If you need more than just that, be prepared to spend several thousand.
  
• Fiberglass rods with the end that look like a whisk, like Greenlee 11426. The whisk end helps above drop ceilings and in cable trays.
  
• A short fish tape too, like 20'; sometimes easier than rods.
  
• The Stingray cable is an absolute life saver in drop ceilings, so great call there.
  
• Good electrical tape. The cheap stuff just isn't worth it. 3m super 33+ or super 88.
  
• A good drywall/jab saw. It's actually surprising how hard it is to use that same 10 year old jab saw that's been in your bag forever and seen daily use compared to a new one.
  
• A bucket of string. Leave yourself a pull string where you think it would help you in the future. Not every pull needs a sting left for future, but sometimes it's useful. Especially handy in really difficult pull areas for future pulls. You can also tie a roll of electrical tape on the string and throw it towards your destination; sometimes that is way faster than fiberglass rods if you have a clear shot.
  
• A super bright flashlight. Like 1,000 lumens or brighter. Sounds like overkill until you use one. Then you wonder why maglight even bothers anymore. I'm a fan of this light and this light, both from Fenix.
  
• A Greenlee FP3. It's an extendable pocket cable hook. Super handy. If you need a longer cable hook, your fiberglass rods probably came with a hook.
  
• Find yourself a small battery drill/screwdriver that you like (I use this Milwaukee, along with a set of extended screwdriver bits. You'll use it way more than you might think.
  
• In case you ever encounter security type stuff like door sensors, a good pair of wire strippers than can go as small as 24awg.
  
• Also, a Dymo or Brother labeller, and appropriate flexible labels. Combined with a few good sharpies, you can then label everything. NEVER skimp on labelling.
  
• A good pair of wire cutters / dykes. Use what you like.
  
• A good pocket knife. I actually use a folding knife that uses utility blades. No more sharpening, and a sharp blade is only as far away as the tool bag if it goes dull.
  
  You may also want to look into J-hooks to either screw to the walls, or attach to the drop ceiling support wires if you don't have a good route already. This one is something you can build into the cost of each job, but you should always keep a few on hand just in case.
  
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