Product Spotlight

Sept. 1, 2004
Wire stripper The Kinetic Reflex wire stripper has combination solid and stranded wire stripping holes. The wire stripper incorporates an ergonomically curved handle with a stress-reducing grip and a thumb guide. The multi-purpose tool features a plier nose, precision-ground knife-type blades, bolt cutters that shear bolts and screws, and a wire loop.Ideal IndustriesCircle 302 Insulated hand tools

Wire stripper

The Kinetic Reflex wire stripper has combination solid and stranded wire stripping holes. The wire stripper incorporates an ergonomically curved handle with a stress-reducing grip and a thumb guide. The multi-purpose tool features a plier nose, precision-ground knife-type blades, bolt cutters that shear bolts and screws, and a wire loop.
Ideal Industries
Circle 302




Insulated hand tools

This line of impact-resistant, flame-retardant, insulated hand tools can withstand 1,000V. The tools come with a visual wear indicator, and they're laser-marked with a safety warning and part number.
FCI-Burndy
Circle 301




Reciprocating saws

The RS series of corded reciprocating saws is available in three models. The 9A RS5 saw weighs 7.2 lb and features a variable speed trigger, a soft grip handle, a rafter hook, and a 360° scroll collar for cutting in confined spaces. The 12A RS10 saw weighs 8 lb and is equipped with the company's LockJaw blade change system, a 0.75-in. stroke length, a pushbutton adjustable open-slot foot, and a rafter hook. The 13A RS20 also weighs 8 lb and features a 1.25-in. stroke length, one-handed blade insertion and removal, and a Direct Connect cord management system in addition to all the features of the RS10.
Bosch Power Tools
Circle 300




Build-your-own tool set

The “Build Your Own Combo” 18V system allows users to customize their own tool kit. It starts with the base kit, which includes two 18V battery packs, a charger, and a contractor bag. The company then offers 12 different tools to add to the kit like a 0.5-in. driver/drill tool, a rotary hammer, or a metal-cutting circular saw. The company also has a list of recommended tool kits based on profession.
Milwaukee Electric Tool
Circle 303




Hammerdrill/drill/drivers

This line of seven XRP cordless hammerdrill/drill/drivers comprises three 18V models, three 14.4V models, and one 12V model. The drill/drivers feature a 550-in.-lb, high-torque motor and a 3-speed, all metal transmission. They come equipped with a 0.5-in ratcheting chuck, an all-metal sleeve, and carbide jaws to prevent bits from slipping or falling out of the tool.
Dewalt
Circle 304

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