Sparky's Essential Electrician Tools

[Sparky Six Axis]

I've been doing union commercial and industrial electrical for 10+ years now. I put this list together to shill for the great tools I own. Maybe an apprentice will come across this list and it will help them find what they need. I've wasted lots of money on tools that didn't work for me.

I do not carry all of these tools to every jobsite, but I always have them in my car or in a gang box. It's best to have a small tool bag with the essentials and have another large bag for the stuff you may need from time to time. I've found over the years that less tools is more. There's no reason to carry too much. (I've been able to do this job with only 4 sockets and 4 wrenches)

I will probably reply to this thread occasionally just to rant about specific tools.

Linesman Pliers _ Klein D213-9NE
Dikes Klein _ D228-8
Needle Nose _ Klein D203-8
Crimpers _ Klein 1005
Cable Cutters _ Klein 63050
Vise Grips _ Irwin 902L3
Locking C Clamp _ Irwin IRHT82587
Slip Joints _ Channellock 528
Channies _ Channellock 420; 430; 440
Flush Cutters _ Milwaukee 48-22-6105
Adjustable Wrench _ Crescent AT26VS
Electrician Scissors Klein _ 2100-5
Wood Rule (inside read) _ Klein 900-6

Insulated Screwdrivers _ Klein 85073INS
Screwdrivers _ Klein 85076
Multi Screwdriver _ Klein 32500
Multi Prescision Screwdriver _ Klein 32327
Insulated Termination Screwdriver _Klein 6254INS
Termination Screwdriver _ Channellock S183H
7/16” Nutdriver _ Klein 630-7/16
Holding Screwdriver _ Klein K23
Wago Screwdrivers 210-722

Strippers _ Klein 10-20 AWG11055EP
Strippers _ Klein 6-12 AWG 11053

Wrenches 3/8; 7/16; ½; 9/16
Dogbone Ratchets _ Craftsman CMMT12073
3/8” Deepwell 12 point sockets 3/8; 7/16; ½; 9/16
3/8” Teardrop Ratchet (with quick release)
3/8” Locking Extensions _ Craftsman CMMT43355

Ethernet Crimper _ Ideal FT-45a
Tap Handle _ Irwin 12002
Wiggy 61-065
Volt Pen NCVT-2
12” Square _ Empire E250
Hacksaw _ Stanley STHT20138
Jab Saw _ Stanley 15-556
12oz Ball Peen Hammer _ Estwing E3-12BP
Folding Allens _ Eklind 20511
Impact Socket _ Dewalt DW2287
Socket Adapter _ Dewalt DW2542
Impact Nut Drivers _ Dewalt DW2235IR
Wire Nut Driver _ Ideal 30-902
Hole Saw Extensions _ Lenox 3084310X and 3084712X
Pencil Sharpener _ Irwin 233250
Tool Apron _ CLC C6
Snips _ Wiss M3R

The following items aren't brand specific.
16’ Tape Measure with magnet
Torpedo Level
No Dog
Center Punch
Regular Box Knife
Folding Box Knife
Putty Knife
Impact Extensions
Half Round ******* File
Rat Tail File
Tape Measure Holster
3”x5” Notebooks
Pencils
Carpenter Pencils
Flashlight

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

These 3 pliers are an absolute must carry. The needle nose are stubby and will not break. They are great for knocking out knock-outs. The dikes will cut anything and everything including 1/4" all thread.

This specific model of linesmen pliers has a flat spot above the grip. The flat spot is for pulling a fish tape. If you get any other model or brand of linesmen pliers you cannot pull a fish tape. The model with the stupid crimper will pinch your hands bad.

Another note. I would avoid cutting steel with your linesmen pliers. They have no problem cutting steel but they will stay much sharper if you only cut aluminum and copper. Use your dikes for cutting steel.

Linesman Pliers _ Klein D213-9NE
Dikes Klein _ D228-8
Needle Nose _ Klein D203-8

https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-80020-Linemans-Induction/dp/B08VWHVZ1P/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Hakeem]

Solid list. No reamer?

Also - what are those Wago screwdrivers all about? Couldn’t find much info on them.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

Solid list. No reamer?

Also - what are those Wago screwdrivers all about? Couldn’t find much info on them.

Channellocks can ream EMT. Just cut the blue grips off and use the handles to ream the insides and the jaws to ream the outsides.

They are for Wago push in terminals. You can use a regular screwdriver, but the Wago ones work better. This is one of those tools that employers should provide but usually don't.

 

[WildBill]

Do you use drill and tap combo bits like these? I find them super handy when doing electrical work.

Klein Tools High Speed Steel Drill and Tap Bit Set 8 pc Mfr# 32217 - Ace Hardware

This convenient kit comes with 8 commonly used tap tools. For aluminum, brass, copper, plastic and mild steel. Klein provides two each of the smallest sizes for a total of 8 taps. Each works easily with the quick connect in power tools. Includes a carrying case to keep your taps in one place for...

www.acehardware.com

I also use step bits a lot-

Milwaukee Shockwave High Speed Steel Impact Step Bit Set Quick-Change Hex Shank 3 pc Mfr# 48-89-9257 - Ace Hardware

Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty Electrical kit Step Bits are engineered to deliver the most durable and fastest impact step bit hole drilling solution. Our step drill bits are made with global materials and give you best-in-class performance in impact drivers with the versatility to be used in...

www.acehardware.com

 

[rlitman]

...Also - what are those Wago screwdrivers all about? Couldn’t find much info on them.

Basically an insulated slotted screwdriver with unique features. More metal is exposed at the tip than a typical insulated screwdriver (so it can fit deeply into a clamp release slot), and it has a long, consistent and smooth taper (almost like a wedge).

The tip width is about right for terminal block screws, but the long taper makes it a bit flimsy for them. Stick with parallel ground screwdrivers for slotted screws.

 

[Hakeem]

Channellocks can ream EMT. Just cut the blue grips off and use the handles to ream the insides and the jaws to ream the outsides.

Yeah I know, you can ream with linemans too, but I never thought either did as good of a job. That, plus the hooded flat screwdriver for coupling screws made a reamer worth carrying for me.

Channellocks can ream EMT. Just cut the blue grips off and use the handles to ream the insides and the jaws to ream the outsides.

They are for Wago push in terminals. You can use a regular screwdriver, but the Wago ones work better. This is one of those tools that employers should provide but usually don't.

Basically an insulated slotted screwdriver with unique features. More metal is exposed at the tip than a typical insulated screwdriver (so it can fit deeply into a clamp release slot), and it has a long, consistent and smooth taper (almost like a wedge).

The tip width is about right for terminal block screws, but the long taper makes it a bit flimsy for them. Stick with parallel ground screwdrivers for slotted screws.

Thanks for the info on the wago drivers!

 

[dscheidt]

This specific model of linesmen pliers has a flat spot above the grip. The flat spot is for pulling a fish tape. If you get any other model or brand of linesmen pliers you cannot pull a fish tape. The model with the stupid crimper will pinch your hands bad.

Everyone -- even harbor freight -- make linesman's pliers with a fishtape puller.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

Do you use drill and tap combo bits like these? I find them super handy when doing electrical work.

Klein Tools High Speed Steel Drill and Tap Bit Set 8 pc Mfr# 32217 - Ace Hardware

This convenient kit comes with 8 commonly used tap tools. For aluminum, brass, copper, plastic and mild steel. Klein provides two each of the smallest sizes for a total of 8 taps. Each works easily with the quick connect in power tools. Includes a carrying case to keep your taps in one place for...

www.acehardware.com

I also use step bits a lot-

Milwaukee Shockwave High Speed Steel Impact Step Bit Set Quick-Change Hex Shank 3 pc Mfr# 48-89-9257 - Ace Hardware

Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty Electrical kit Step Bits are engineered to deliver the most durable and fastest impact step bit hole drilling solution. Our step drill bits are made with global materials and give you best-in-class performance in impact drivers with the versatility to be used in...

www.acehardware.com

Yes and yes. But the union contractors should be supplying those. I may have borrowed a few over the years..

Everyone -- even harbor freight -- make linesman's pliers with a fishtape puller.

Yeah but Kleins are the best. Made in USA. I lost my first pair sadly. I left them on my bumper.

 

[LOW1]

Welcome to GJ. Always good to have another tradesperson around!

 

[rlitman]

...Yeah but Kleins are the best. Made in USA. I lost my first pair sadly. I left them on my bumper.

I think the file angled pulling teeth in the front jaws are a feature unique to Klein, and I do like that for pulling insulation when stripping wires, but I like the hinge on my Knipex so much more than any of my Kleins.

 

[dscheidt]

I think the file angled pulling teeth in the front jaws are a feature unique to Klein, and I do like that for pulling insulation when stripping wires, but I like the hinge on my Knipex so much more than any of my Kleins.

My kleins are my third favorite linesmans, after the high leverage knipex and a pair of western forge made craftsman ones. Nothing really wrong with them, but the hinge and handles are better on other pliers.

 

[Steel_Rain]

Channellocks can ream EMT. Just cut the blue grips off and use the handles to ream the insides and the jaws to ream the outsides.

They are for Wago push in terminals. You can use a regular screwdriver, but the Wago ones work better. This is one of those tools that employers should provide but usually don't.

Random, but I love these stock 90's photos showing everything in a perfect world. I'm not a licensed sparky, but I've spend a few summers running electrical when I was younger for a friend of my Dad's for extra money.

I once found a cat turd in a 11B box, so that was fun.

 

[Ohmthis]

I went through an IBEW apprenticeship 98-03. Some of those tools weren’t out yet. One item I see missing is a meter. I carried a fluke as well as a wiggy (I used a Volcon by ideal). Checking resistance, capacitors, turn ratios on a transformer, low voltage, analog controls, etc was part of my job. I’ve been in industrial maintenance now for 21 years. I don’t carry a wiggy anymore. Just a meter and a clamp type. Does the contractor supply knockouts and similar tools? We need more trades people. Thanks for posting!

 

[dnschmidt]

You seem to be a Klein kind of a guy. I don't have much against Klein but I prefer Knipex, Ideal, Wera and Wiha over Klein for many of the things you've listed. For diagonals in my world view nothing matches the NWS Fantastico diagonals. The compound leverage of these pliers make then a joy to use.

 

[Ohmthis]

You seem to be a Klein kind of a guy. I don't have much against Klein but I prefer Knipex, Ideal, Wera and Wiha over Klein for many of the things you've listed. For diagonals in my world view nothing matches the NWS Fantastico diagonals. The compound leverage of these pliers make then a joy to use.

Klein got pushed a lot when I worked the construction side of the trade. I still use some, but have found better options. I still have and use my first pair of Klein diagonals. They just fit my hand well and plain do what I need them to. NWS make some nice tools.

 

[Ilikeike]

I went through an IBEW apprenticeship 98-03. Some of those tools weren’t out yet. One item I see missing is a meter. I carried a fluke as well as a wiggy (I used a Volcon by ideal). Checking resistance, capacitors, turn ratios on a transformer, low voltage, analog controls, etc was part of my job. I’ve been in industrial maintenance now for 21 years. I don’t carry a wiggy anymore. Just a meter and a clamp type. Does the contractor supply knockouts and similar tools? We need more trades people. Thanks for posting!

Someplace I still have my old solenoid Wiggy and KNOPP brand testers. Haven't used those in maybe 3 decades,

I have an old greenlee here at work in my junk cabinet from the 90s also

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

Random, but I love these stock 90's photos showing everything in a perfect world. I'm not a licensed sparky, but I've spend a few summers running electrical when I was younger for a friend of my Dad's for extra money.

I once found a cat turd in a 11B box, so that was fun.

Companies should take tool photos in real life situations. Black dusty cabinets; cob webs; wire nuts and tape everywhere; unlabeled wires LOL

I went through an IBEW apprenticeship 98-03. Some of those tools weren’t out yet. One item I see missing is a meter. I carried a fluke as well as a wiggy (I used a Volcon by ideal). Checking resistance, capacitors, turn ratios on a transformer, low voltage, analog controls, etc was part of my job. I’ve been in industrial maintenance now for 21 years. I don’t carry a wiggy anymore. Just a meter and a clamp type. Does the contractor supply knockouts and similar tools? We need more trades people. Thanks for posting!

None of the locals I've worked in require a meter. I carried a wiggy in my home local and a volt pen everywhere. If I needed to use a real meter the contractor better provide that.

You seem to be a Klein kind of a guy. I don't have much against Klein but I prefer Knipex, Ideal, Wera and Wiha over Klein for many of the things you've listed. For diagonals in my world view nothing matches the NWS Fantastico diagonals. The compound leverage of these pliers make then a joy to use.

If there are better brands of tools out there I would still buy made in USA tools. Our money needs to stay in this country and tools should be getting produced here by Americans.

That being said, I do have imported tools. Some things are very hard to find made in USA.

 

[ecotec]

Someplace I still have my old solenoid Wiggy and KNOPP brand testers. Haven't used those in maybe 3 decades,

I have an old greenlee here at work in my junk cabinet from the 90s also

I still have my vintage solenoid Ideal and Knopp testers. They have not been allowed on jobs in ages.

I can’t remember what CAT level is required now (I know it’s III or IV).

 

[ecotec]

I prefer a real reamer. I like the kind that you can attach to the large screwdriver. When the screwdriver gets destroyed, you can move the reamer to a new one.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

The best reamers are channellocks. Tool grips are for soy boys. Besides, it's one less tool to carry.

I always carry my 430s and 440s everywhere. If it was a commercial job with set screw EMT connectors I would only carry my 420s to keep my bag light.

 

[willf650]

Here are a few more electrical tools that I carry. Not always on me but in the truck.

This is the Wera version of the terminal tools posted. I doubt many electricians have this type of tool as it's kinda a speciality tool.



This is probably 27 years old at this point. I don't know the model # but it was called the Megaproof which is a Mega Pro screwdriver with all tamper proof bits. There's no writing visible on them anymore.


These are about 20 years old and have a speciality tip that is a combination Phillips/flat head. Bought these for the IEC style contactors with the combo screws that neither individual driver works. They make a slimline version of these now but I don't know if I can justify buying them.


Finally the 100% non conductive Knipex needle nose pliers. They make a sketchy situation 5% less sketchy.


This is a Malco HD trim nailer. It’s used for electrical for an anchor known as a drive pin/zamac depending on your area. This one is relatively new due to losing my previous one.

 

[Codyboy]

These 3 pliers are an absolute must carry. The needle nose are stubby and will not break. They are great for knocking out knock-outs. The dikes will cut anything and everything including 1/4" all thread.

This specific model of linesmen pliers has a flat spot above the grip. The flat spot is for pulling a fish tape. If you get any other model or brand of linesmen pliers you cannot pull a fish tape. The model with the stupid crimper will pinch your hands bad.

Another note. I would avoid cutting steel with your linesmen pliers. They have no problem cutting steel but they will stay much sharper if you only cut aluminum and copper. Use your dikes for cutting steel.

Linesman Pliers _ Klein D213-9NE
Dikes Klein _ D228-8
Needle Nose _ Klein D203-8

https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-80020-Linemans-Induction/dp/B08VWHVZ1P/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I hear a lot of electricians referring to "linesman" pliers that has a flat for pulling a fish tape.

Being a lineman I've never needed to pull a fish tape.
Lineman pliers will usually have a thread holder/ cleaner for 5/8 & 3/4" bolts.
And it still has a flat area for the fish tape we don't pull

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

I hear a lot of electricians referring to "linesman" pliers that has a flat for pulling a fish tape.

Being a lineman I've never needed to pull a fish tape.
Lineman pliers will usually have a thread holder/ cleaner for 5/8 & 3/4" bolts.
And it still has a flat area for the fish tape we don't pull

I've always wondered what guys used the thread cleaner thing for. Thanks for answering that question. (I don't know the first thing about linemen.. only commercial/industrial)

 

[dan50]

Channellocks can ream EMT. Just cut the blue grips off and use the handles to ream the insides and the jaws to ream the outsides.

They are for Wago push in terminals. You can use a regular screwdriver, but the Wago ones work better. This is one of those tools that employers should provide but usually don't.

I used to be a controls tech and I was given a really long Wiha control screwdriver for terminals. Then I found the Wago terminal block tool and then the Wera version. I was running a job in Pryor, OK building a datacenter a while back and I tested both; I preferred the Wera version. It came in two sizes. I bought the entire crew the Wera 338s. I expensed them, of course! Saved us so much time compared to the screwdriver nonsense. The angle saves the day so you don't have to get your head 8" off of the floor in order to seat the blade into the right terminal.

Thank you for your list! My son is now interning as a controls tech and so in GJ fashion... I'm helping him with the tools he's not provided. Faster, safer, more efficient with the right tools.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

I used to be a controls tech and I was given a really long Wiha control screwdriver for terminals. Then I found the Wago terminal block tool and then the Wera version. I was running a job in Pryor, OK building a datacenter a while back and I tested both; I preferred the Wera version. It came in two sizes. I bought the entire crew the Wera 338s. I expensed them, of course! Saved us so much time compared to the screwdriver nonsense. The angle saves the day so you don't have to get your head 8" off of the floor in order to seat the blade into the right terminal.

Thank you for your list! My son is now interning as a controls tech and so in GJ fashion... I'm helping him with the tools he's not provided. Faster, safer, more efficient with the right tools.

Nice. I'm going to add that wera to my wishlist on Amazon. My only gripe with wera tools is the orange and yellow gets super dirty for no reason and you can't get them clean.

 

[YesIHaveAHammer]

12oz Ball Peen Hammer _ Estwing E3-12BP

This Wiha / Hultafors electrician's hammer may be of interest.

The face shape is good for installing cable clips right next to something, and the rip claw allows pulling nails in similar situations without the wall getting in the way of the handle.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

This Wiha / Hultafors electrician's hammer may be of interest.

The face shape is good for installing cable clips right next to something, and the rip claw allows pulling nails in similar situations without the wall getting in the way of the handle.

I've never done residential. I've always used a 12 or 16oz ball peen hammer. No need for the claw in my experience.

 

[Hakeem]

I've never done residential. I've always used a 12 or 16oz ball peen hammer. No need for the claw in my experience.

It’s essential anytime you’re working with wood. I never owned one but I always liked thought the electricians hammers looked cool. The ones with the long striking head for hitting nails in boxes:

 

[gahrajmahal]

I’m not an electrician, just a mechanical engineer that did lots of electrical design, ladder logic and prototype assembly. Now retired I’ve done lots of home electrical work. One tool I really like for electrical work is my Panthervision lighted baseball cap. The LED’s are in the brim of the hat and light up wherever you look. When the batteries are new the lights are really good and bright and will light even a dark place. I got mine originally in the checkout line at Lowe’s, but since then I have bought from the website too. I’ve got about six of them, beanies too for working under the car.

 

[Dave455]

This Wiha / Hultafors electrician's hammer may be of interest.

The face shape is good for installing cable clips right next to something, and the rip claw allows pulling nails in similar situations without the wall getting in the way of the handle.

I get the logic behind the electricians hammer,

But the Vaughan is obviously a much higher quality tool, yet even in the U.K. costs little more than the Wiha, and is cheaper than the Hultafors.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

I get the logic behind the electricians hammer,

But the Vaughan is obviously a much higher quality tool, yet even in the U.K. costs little more than the Wiha, and is cheaper than the Hultafors.

Yall smelly Europeans buy made in USA tools? That's fascinating. We need to liberate your nation with standard measurements and you can ditch that awful metric thing.

 

[Dave455]

Yall smelly Europeans buy made in USA tools? That's fascinating. We need to liberate your nation with standard measurements and you can ditch that awful metric thing.

Well I’m not a European, though as it happens I like many European tools.

Most Brits like American tools though. Not everything, as some are geared to different practices, but for mechanics tools we tend to like shiny chrome and red boxes!

Estwing hammers have always been popular here, but I have always slightly preferred Vaughan. They always seem to be beautifully balanced.

As regards measurement, most of us are bilingual, though sometimes one or other system is clearly preferable.

Some British measurements are unexpected, but generally make sense. An American friend staying with me needed some 12V wire and worked out he needed 16 amp, which was probably 1mm squared.

He was surprised that the shop had to measure the rolls to find what he wanted, then pulled it from a roll marked.…. 16 Amp!

 

[JohnX14]

I've been an electricain for about 35 years full time, and own a small shop. My father started the business.

I'm not going to comment on every tool mentioned, but I'll put in a few thoughts:

Knipex is far and away a better set of tools, and specifically NE Linesman's, than Klein. I'd used kleins for well over 30 years until I found Knipex. Klein is still a good set of pliers and tools overall.

I still carry and use a Knopp voltage tester regularly. I carry and use a Fluke multi-meter, but a lower priced one for everyday. I have a higher end one for occasional use.

I have no use for the electrician long nose hammer. I've used it. I use an old fashioned Estwing hammer, but also have used a Stanley anti-vibe. And I've done tons of framing and finish with these brands. (Heavier hammer for framing than finish or romex staples)

I carry this tool caddy, which doesn't hold nearly all the tools in the op, and the value of the tools in it is abot $1500.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2870750437...RzWfc2no2GPSh8iLxga_vJMniIZkMtERoC6gkQAvD_BwE

I'll try to remember to take a pic of my filled caddy tomorrow.

That may include the cost of the caddy.

I don't expect my employees to have nearly the amount of personal tools that OP describes. i'm surprised not to see impact driver, pistol drill, hole saws, unibits, sawzall, etc on the list.

That is likely due to the difference in commercial vs. resi/ service. I provide all but the basic hand tools and battery drill/ driver.

At one point I had a very specific list of what my journeymen were required to have for tools and what an apprentice was required to have.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

I carry this tool caddy, which doesn't hold nearly all the tools in the op, and the value of the tools in it is abot $1500.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2870750437...RzWfc2no2GPSh8iLxga_vJMniIZkMtERoC6gkQAvD_BwE

I don't expect my employees to have nearly the amount of personal tools that OP describes. i'm surprised not to see impact driver, pistol drill, hole saws, unibits, sawzall, etc on the list.

That tool tote is hella expensive, but very nice. I use a two dollar two gallon bucket. I am a humble poor millenial.

Union contractors have to supply power tools and accessories. There's some accessories they will not supply but are essential. Like hole saw extensions.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

Crimpers _ Klein 1005

These are the crimpers I've carried for years. Crimping needs to be done with a dedicated crimping tool. You really don't want to use a multi style tool that does everything including crimping. It will not do as good as this tool does.


Cable Cutters _Klein 63050

Another essential tool are your cable cutters. Important note. You must hide these in the bottom of your tool bag completely out of sight. And never loan them out. If anyone borrows them I guarantee they will cut steel with them and destroy them. Not for steel. Only use your dikes for steel.

 

[Ilikeike]

Old school Thomas & Betts Crimps. The Blk/Org handles are easy to ID in your bags.


Small Conduit reamer on a 90's square shank Paladin driver.



I've had these in my sparky set up for 30+yrs

 

[BreeStephany]

This is the Wera version of the terminal tools posted. I doubt many electricians have this type of tool as it's kinda a speciality tool.

I definitely prefer the Wera terminals tools over the wago terminal tools, the tips on the wago tools seem to wear and distort much easier than the Wera.

 

[BreeStephany]

My 'everyday' essentials are definitely my test equipment / DMMs.

I have a Fluke 289 DMM with Fluke i400 clamp, IR3000 FC adapter and PC3000 FC USB receiver which is my daily carry meter

I also have a Fluke 96 Series II Scopemeter, Fluke 867B graphical multimeter, Fluke 87V DMM, Fluke 1507 insulation resistance tester, Fluke 1621 earth ground resistance meter, Fluke 773 milliamp process clamp meter, Fluke 376 clamp meter with a 2500A iFlex clamp, Fluke 381 clamp meter with a 2500A iFlex clamp, Fluke 283 FC/PV kit, Fluke 9040 phase rotation meter, Ideal 61-521 motor rotation meter and a few others.

Have the right meters makes troubleshooting, especially controls, MUCH easier.

Still need to gather all of these one of these days and take a 'family photo' of all the meters together.

 

[Sparky Six Axis]

My 'everyday' essentials are definitely my test equipment / DMMs.

I have a Fluke 289 DMM with Fluke i400 clamp, IR3000 FC adapter and PC3000 FC USB receiver which is my daily carry meter

I also have a Fluke 96 Series II Scopemeter, Fluke 867B graphical multimeter, Fluke 87V DMM, Fluke 1507 insulation resistance tester, Fluke 1621 earth ground resistance meter, Fluke 773 milliamp process clamp meter, Fluke 376 clamp meter with a 2500A iFlex clamp, Fluke 381 clamp meter with a 2500A iFlex clamp, Fluke 283 FC/PV kit, Fluke 9040 phase rotation meter, Ideal 61-521 motor rotation meter and a few others.

Have the right meters makes troubleshooting, especially controls, MUCH easier.

Still need to gather all of these one of these days and take a 'family photo' of all the meters together.

Criminy. What is your job title? Did you have to purchase all those meters?