Hand Tools

When it comes to quality, performance and durability, IDEAL is the trusted choice for hand tools. Superior tools for the professional electrician.

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Wire Cutters

Precision-ground knife-to-knife cutting blades deliver fast, accurate wire cutting, while the hardened and tempered plier body and cutting edges ensure optimum performance and long-lasting durability.

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Insulated Tools

Featuring dual-layer injection‑moulded insulation that ensures a permanent bond and enables quick checks, IDEAL insulated tools are certified to 1000V for safety.

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Wire Strippers

Compact, lightweight, and easy to use, IDEAL wire strippers offer reliable performance with ergonomic handles for enhanced comfort and control.

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Cable Stripper for Twin & Earth

Lightweight ergonomic design reduces user fatigue.

  • Simply insert the required length of cable into the tool and squeeze the handles together.
  • The open-throat design allows an unlimited strip length for both the outer sheath and the inner wire sheathing.
  • Specially hardened and tempered steel blades ensure an accurate cut and an extended service life, making it an excellent investment.
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Pro & Apprentice Tool Kits

Explore IDEAL® tool kits designed to keep electricians equipped, organized, and job-ready. From essential starter sets to fully loaded kits, each option delivers reliable, professional-grade tools built for performance on the jobsite.

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Tool Bags and Backpacks

From backpacks and totes to pouches and bags, IDEAL delivers a full line of tool storage solutions built to keep your tools organized, protected, and ready for every job.

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Reflex™ Premium T®-Stripper Metric

Precision stripping holes for accurate stripping of 0,5 mm2 to 4,0 mm2 cable

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Kinetic® Reflex™ T®-Stripper

Ergonomic grip design with non-slip textured grips and thumb rest for comfort and precision

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T®-Cutter Wire Cutter

Features hardened steel shear-type blades, a spring-loaded design for easy use

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