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Acquire and Understand the Diagonals Cutters (Dykes)

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Electrician shows the TOP 5 Tools he uses in Service, Do you agree with this list? Thoughts?

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The final, absolute must-have tool is diagonal cutters, commonly referred to as 'dykes.' These cutters are indispensable for a variety of tasks on service calls, such as performing panel knockouts and cleanly cutting wires. The presenter stresses that these cutters are needed on every single service call due to their frequent utility in precise wire cutting and other tasks requiring strong, clean cuts.

Goal: Understand the essential role of diagonal cutters in an electrician's toolkit.

Tools and materials

  • Diagonals Cutters — Performing panel knockouts and cleanly cutting wires

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are amazing cuz I can strip my wire, strip my Romex. I can also It has a lineman feature [music] where I can actually twist my connections together. Lastly, guys, this is an absolute must. Dykes, diagonal cutters. You got to use dykes on every single service call. If you got to do a panel knockout, cut a wire. Those are the top five tools that I use on a service call. Let me know what you guys think.

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