Terminal block screwdrivers

[kiatech]

Is there any non insulated versions of these? I keep comming across the wiha insulated version. I dont work on anything hot so the insulation would just be in the way for me.

Just so there is no confusion I am talking about these

 

[Kracin]

Is there any non insulated versions of these? I keep comming across the wiha insulated version. I dont work on anything hot so the insulation would just be in the way for me.

good luck finding any terminal block screwdrivers that are not insulated. they make anything meant for electrical work insulated to some degree because there is always a chance that it could be live even when you think it isn't.

i would re-think not needing insulation for electrical work and just go with a wiha, wera, or any other top brand that sells that style driver. they all work good, and the insulation is added protection that you may never need, but if you do happen to one time, you'll be glad you did have it.

 

[MasterOod]

good luck finding any terminal block screwdrivers that are not insulated. they make anything meant for electrical work insulated to some degree because there is always a chance that it could be live even when you think it isn't.

i would re-think not needing insulation for electrical work and just go with a wiha, wera, or any other top brand that sells that style driver. they all work good, and the insulation is added protection that you may never need, but if you do happen to one time, you'll be glad you did have it.

I agree with Kracin. However, I own a Klein 612-4 screwdriver, and while it has a rubber grip, the shaft is uninsulated. They stock them a the local electrical hose and Home Depot.

I only use it for hobbyist work, so there is never any voltage for me to worry about.

 

[Kracin]

I agree with Kracin. However, I own a Klein 612-4 screwdriver, and while it has a rubber grip, the shaft is uninsulated. They stock them a the local electrical hose and Home Depot.

I only use it for hobbyist work, so there is never any voltage for me to worry about.

i almost linked klein, but every one that came up didn't have a picture of an insulated or terminal block tip driver, just a generic picture.

 

[MasterOod]

i almost linked klein, but every one that came up didn't have a picture of an insulated or terminal block tip driver, just a generic picture.

pic from Amazon:

This is not a "combo tip" like some Wera and Wiha have. It's a 1/8" slotted tip on a 7" shaft. I know kiatech's example pic was a combo . . .

However, it fits all the standards based blocks I've run across, and it's excellent for adjusting trim pots buried deep - like in the dark recesses of an arcade cabinet.

I don't use it in a industrial setting, so I've never really torqued the heck out of it, not sure if that's important to the OP either.

 

[Kracin]

pic from Amazon:

This is not a "combo tip" like some Wera and Wiha have. It's a 1/8" slotted tip on a 7" shaft. Not sure if the OP cares about thar or not?

It fits all the standards based blocks I've run across, and it's excellent for adjusting trim pots buried deep - like in the dark recesses of an arcade cabinet.

I don't use it in a industrial setting, so I've never really torqued the heck out of it, not sure if that's important to the OP either.

by terminal block tip i assumed OP was referring to the phillips looking tip with one set of blades shorter than the other. meant to have a deep slotted engagement and a shallow slotted engagement with less chance for slipping out like a phillips head would.

but honestly, when it comes to these, you can use a properly sized phillips or flathead and never have trouble anyway.

 

[MasterOod]

by terminal block tip i assumed OP was referring to the phillips looking tip with one set of blades shorter than the other. meant to have a deep slotted engagement and a shallow slotted engagement with less chance for slipping out like a phillips head would.

but honestly, when it comes to these, you can use a properly sized phillips or flathead and never have trouble anyway.

I've never had the Klein cam out or slip, but again, hobbyist use in my case.

 

[mds5951]

How about...

http://www.idealindustries.com/prodDetail.do?prodId=35-204&div=3&l1=screwdrivers

 

[Kracin]

I've never had the Klein cam out or slip, but again, hobbyist use in my case.

speaking more towards going behind someone else who was using the wrong size screwdriver, and overtightened something. you run into cases where having certain types of drivers make all the difference.

 

[jeffmoss26]

What kracin said. I bought a #1 posidriv screwdriver after trying to use a Phillips on Neutrik Speakon (pro audio speaker) connectors. The right tool makes it so much better!

I have the Klein terminal screwdriver, as well as a Phoenix Contact version (rebranded Wiha I think) and probably 100 of those pocket clip screwdrivers.

 

[RKA]

Wiha makes a slim insulated. The insulation is flush with the tip so you don't have clearance issues. If you're going to get a terminal driver just get an insulated.

 

[jeremy v]

Is there any non insulated versions of these? I keep comming across the wiha insulated version. I dont work on anything hot so the insulation would just be in the way for me.

Just so there is no confusion I am talking about these

I have one of those screwdrivers, and I guess I don't understand the problem. The insulation can just be cut off if it is in the way or cut shorter so the shaft can more easily fit down into recessed screw holes. If you don't want it at all just slice it all the way off with a utility knife and you are good to go.

 

[jeremy v]

Here is a quick picture of my screwdrivers. I cut about 1.5-2" of the insulation off of mine really easily and then just melted the insulation edge a little bit with a lighter in order to eliminate the sharp cut edges and that was it. 2"+ of bare shaft is plenty to get down into any recessed screw pocket I have ever come across.

 

[Dustball]

Masterforce at Menards has a stubby version-

http://www.menards.com/main/tools-h...super-stubby-combo-drive/p-1502766-c-9158.htm

 

[Monte]

available in slotted/PH and slotted/PZ with slim insulation from Wiha....

...and from Wera too

 

[Milton Shaw]

Milwaukee has come out with the individual bits for electrical. They also have an insert 6 in one screwdriver with that style bit. Home depot has them in the tool section. Also available in bit sets from Milwaukee.