Some Tools Used in Home Electrical Installations
Hand Tools: There are several hand tools, including:[2] Fish tape: Used for pulling solid or stranded wires. Tape measure: Used for all types of measurement; in this context, it is used to adjust the height of electrical switches and mark circuit breakers. Hammer: Used to manipulate electrical cables during installation. Tongue-and-groove pliers: Used for tightening electrical cables and controlling electrical wiring for fans. Wire strippers: Used to cut insulation from electrical wires. Diagonal cutting pliers: Used for cutting wires; they are specially designed with cutting edges to reach tight spaces and manipulate wires. Flashlight: A flashlight is needed when performing electrical work, such as working in wall cavities and dark areas. A voltmeter is used to measure electrical voltage and check whether an electrical circuit is open or closed. A digital multimeter is also used, which can measure voltage, current, and resistance.
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