Best products from r/IBEW
We found 16 comments on r/IBEW discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 8 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. DEWALT DG5103 Small Durable Maintenance and Electrician's Pouch with Pockets for Tools, Flashlight, Keys
- CONVENIENT ACCESS: This tool pouch contatins a large main pocket and smaller front pocket for parts and tools.
- MULTIPLE STORAGE OPTIONS: Web loops and sleeve pockets on this tool pouch allow you to carry a variety of tools and parts.
- DURABLE TOOL POUCH: This rable tool pouch is made with ballistic poly fabric and reinforced edges for extended use and wear.
- HOLDS YOUR ESSENTIALS: This tool pouch can hold a flashlight or large tool sleeve and electrical tape strap, plus carabiner for keys
- TWO CONNECTION OPTIONS: This tool pouch can be attached with a rear clip or can be attached to a belt up to 2-3/4-Inch wide
- Large main pocket and smaller front pocket convenient access to parts or tools
- Web loops and sleeve pockets provide multiple storage options
- Rear clip or attach to belt up to 2-3/4-Inch wide
- Durable ballistic poly fabric includes reinforced edges for extra wear
- Handy flashlight or large tool sleeve; Electrical tape strap plus carabiner for keys
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2. Safety Work Gloves MicroFoam Nitrile Coated-3 Pairs,KAYGO KG18NB,Seamless Knit Nylon Glove with Black Micro-Foam Nitrile Grip,Ideal for General Purpose,Automotive,Home Improvement,Painting
- ✔️SUPERIOR GRIP and ABSOLUTELY BREATHABILITY:Micro-Foam Nitrile coatings are compatible with light oils and will provide a good grip and excellent abrasion resistance. Ultrathin Design provide absolutely breathability and with water repellent performance.
- ✔️EXCELLENT DEXTERITY and COMFORTABLE: Economic designed comfortable 3D snug fit into all fingers.Seamless liner and spandex assure a maximum comfort and minimum hand fatigue.
- ✔️MORE DETAILS:Knit Wrist helps prevent dirt and debris from entering the glove.
- ✔️COMPLIANCE: CE CERTIFICATED EN388 4131
- ✔️Recommend washing gloves in tempered water not exceeding 104℉or 40℃. A mild non-ionic laundry soap or detergent should be used. Wash in a 5-10 minute cycle time. Rinse in cold water. Tumble dry at temperature not exceeding 140℉or 60℃
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3. 5000 Ergo Kneel Pocket Kneeler (6 Pack) 4" x 6" x 1"
Pain free kneeling with 1" thick foam rubberWill not absorb liquids and is self extinguishingBuilt in hand hole for easy storageImperviuos to petroleum, silicone free and will not compression setCleans up with soap and water
4. Carhartt Men's Duck Nail Apron,Carhartt Brown,Medium
- 12-ounce, firm-hand cotton duck
- Adjustable-length nylon belt with quick-release buckle
- Four large pockets, one pencil pocket, one small pocket and two tool loops
- Duck
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5. Fluke T5600 Electrical Voltage, Continuity and Current Tester
- Automatically measures volts ac and volts dc with precise digital resolution
- Displays resistance to 1000Ω
- Easy and accurate OpenJaw current measurement
- Optional holster attaches to a belt and neatly stows test leads
- Can stay connected much longer than solenoid type tester
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6. Klein Tools 92906 Tool Kit, 6-Piece Basic Tool Kit for Apprentice or Home Use with 3 Pliers, Wire Stripper and Cutter, 2 Screwdrivers
- 6-Piece tool set is perfect for the professional, apprentice worker, or do-it-yourselfer
- Tool Kit with 9-Inch High-Leverage Lineman's Pliers that feature a rivet closer to the cutting edge for 46-Percent more cutting and gripping power
- Angled-Head Diagonal-Cutters feature short jaws and beveled cutting edges permit close cutting of wire
- Wire stripper is compact, lightweight and designed to cut 10-18 AWG solid wire
- Forged in the USA with custom, US-made tool steel for maximum durability
- Two 4-Inch screwdrivers (#2 Phillips and 1/4-Inch Cabinet Tip) feature Cushion-Grip handles for greater torque and less fatigue
- 8-Inch Long Nose Pliers with extended handles provide added reach and leverage
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7. WOWTAC A2S LED Headlamp Headlight 6 Modes Max 1050 Lumen Waterproof Headlamps, Super Bright Outdoor Sports Running Walking Camping Reading Hiking Fishing (A2S NW)
- High-performance CREE XP-L2 LED with smooth reflector produces a defined small focused light pattern, making A2S V2 has a useful spill and flood to optimize your field of vision.
- Features 5 lighting modes with extra hidden SOS: Firefly; Low mode; Mid mode; High mode; Turbo mode and SOS for long range vision & long-lasting use.
- Push button on/off switch sits on right side of headlamp, one-handed adjustment from 0.5 to 1047 lumens. Push button switch also retains memory of light output at any of the low, mid, high modes.
- Weighing only 3.8oz(without battery) with adjustable elastic headband, A2S V2 made with aircraft grade aluminum with waterproof IPX-7, which can be used in all weather condition from all angles.
- Extra Bonus: A2S V2 headlamp can be taken off as a handheld flashlight, with a length of 4.17 inches. 1x USB-C Rechargeable battery included.
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I'm going to 2nd a few things from other members:
Take care of your knees. Pocket kneelers are awesome and fit in the back pocket of most jeans or work pants. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IWZ86WO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_sJ-CDbD8RCA6A
Take care of your back. I had a 19yo kid who was in really good shape on my crew who blew out his back because he always lifted heavy shit without help.
Take stretch and flex seriously. Look up extra wrist, shoulder, and torso stretches and do them at home.
Pick up a portable, quick and convenient hobby. Board games, cribbage, magnet fishing, disc golf, etc. Mental health is also super important when you're working and driving long hours.
You're probably going to spend long hours driving at certain points in your career. Find something to listen to. NEC does a podcast. There are some really good fiction podcasts. Public libraries have a free audiobook app called Libby.
Hey man, your a 2nd year, don't beat yourself up. The jman should be working with you, giving you pointers and stuff.
If you don't have a nail apron yet, get one. It will significantly increase your speed. I use a 4 pouch nail apron and I love it. I put a tool pouch on it and when it's time for break I just unclip and all my tools are off.
Also see if the jatc has extra help pipe bending classes. Mine has about 2 extra ones per semester, they are on saturdays but it's well worth it.
We have a company policy to always were hard hat, safety glasses and gloves.
We use something like these, which the guys have really liked.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P5CT9X1/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07P5CT9X1&pd_rd_w=e3ZqE&pf_rd_p=45a72588-80f7-4414-9851-786f6c16d42b&pd_rd_wg=S4Vdk&pf_rd_r=R4Q09ZJ7ZCWFSYEM7TFC&pd_rd_r=48b73544-68a5-4b8d-a7f2-eac840f6d3e6&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFXMUk1QVNUTFhLQUUmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0Nzk2MjYxTkgxMUhHMVRMVDVIJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA2MjU1NDIxNUVEM1M0OVlBWjhHJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
Alright, thanks. How does look as far as pouches go?
https://www.amazon.com/DG5103-Durable-Maintenance-Electricians-Flashlight/dp/B001P30BVO/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=electrical+tool+pouch&qid=1563768222&s=gateway&sr=8-6
https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-Electrical-Voltage-Continuity-Current/dp/B0006Z3GZU/ref=mp_s_a_1_21?keywords=fluke+multimeter&qid=1567090794&s=gateway&sprefix=fluke&sr=8-21
This style of meter is pretty convenient. You can put one of the probes so it sits out of the meter so you can hold the meter while also testing instead of having to set the meter on something or have someone hold it
This headlamp.
Apprentice Tool Set for Trade Professionals, 6 Piece Klein Tools 92906 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004EKONLY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_cX48Ab5YM6ZVZ
$72 is the one he is referencing I believe
this is the tool pouch I use and it’s more than enough. Going to big and your back will hate you.