In this article and supplementary video I share what I consider to be the best way to wrap an extension cord. It all starts with a scenario that may be very familiar to you. You need a long extension cord to use an electric tool like a lawnmower or a hedge trimmer, and find that the cord is a mess. All twisted and full of knots!
This is a product review of the Mille-Rod Push-Pull polymer fishing tool demonstrating the use of the tool to fish in wire to puck lights.
When stripping cables or wires, you need to use the proper tool for the job, like a good quality wire stripping tool (or a knife when working with larger conductors), and you must be careful not to nick or damage the wire.
Ever wondered what tools an electrical contractor personally uses on the job? Here’s your chance for a look into the Internet Electrician’s toolbag – what I use on the job, what I recommend for the DIYer, and suggestions for the proper care and maintenance of those tools.
Testing a circuit to make sure the power is off is a critical step in any DIY home electrical wiring project. Learn how simple voltage testers can be used to confirm this.
Before you tackle any electrical project, having the proper tools is essential to getting the job done efficiently, correctly, and most important, safely! The old saying, use the right tool for the job, couldn’t be more relevant, especially when it comes to electrical work.
This video demonstrates how to strip cable. Using a utility knife, stripping the jacket from PVC cable (Romex or Loomex) is shown as one method for how to strip cable. Using the proper technique, stripping wire can be easy, as demonstrated by Terry Peterman, the Internet Electrician.
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