The RS Pro 31-piece electricians’ tool kit is a comprehensive, high quality kit with hard-wearing durable steel tools that have ergonomic soft feel handles designed for comfort and reduced fatigue. The hard-wearing plastic tool box with large internal storage area has two secure latches and padlock hasp for added security, and the removable tote tray and telescopic handle makes for a compact design. Storage of fasteners and fixings has never been easier with the two built-in organisers.
The kit contains VDE 1000 V-approved insulated tools, including 180 mm combination pliers, 160 mm cable cutters, 5.5x125 mm slotted screwdriver, PH2x100 mm Phillips screwdriver and a handy voltage tester used for trouble-shooting breaks in power cables, and distinguishing between live and neutral wires.
Some of the uninsulated tools include a 300 mm hacksaw, 500g DIN engineers hammer, 5 m tape measure, 11-piece bit set and an automatic wire stripper, making this comprehensive tool kit ideal for a first-time buy for anyone entering the industry or as a replenishment kit for the veteran electrician.
The RS Pro 31-piece electricians’ tool kit is supplied in a compact 19” tool box and the tools carry a three-year warranty.
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