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Jonard Tools Insulated Long Nose Pliers, 6 1/2″

April 26, 2024

Jonard’s insulated pliers are made of chrome vanadium steel with induction hardened cutting edges and are heat treated for maximum strength and durability. These pliers feature the following:

Meets and exceeds IEC 60900, ASTM F1505-01, and VDE standards for high voltage protection
High leverage design enables superior cutting performance
Guards are integrated into the soft TPE handles to prevent contact with conductive parts
Tested to 10,000 VAC and rated to 1,000 VAC live use

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Metalux CGTS Selectable Panel

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PowerPact H-Frame Molded Case Circuit Breakers

February 12, 2026 Designed to address the unique demands of panel builders, PowerPact® H-frame Molded Case Circuit Breakers give you the right combination of features and performance to satisfy circuit breaker requirements. They deliver unmatched design flexibility across the entire range of 15A to 150A frame sizes offering the benefits of a flexible, modular circuit…

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HILTI PROKIT Organizer

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Fluke GFL-1500 Solar Ground Fault Locator

February 12, 2026 Revolutionize Fault Location, Maximize Solar Production The Fluke GFL-1500 Solar Ground Fault Locator is a frontline troubleshooting tool that helps technicians quickly pinpoint active ground faults in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. It works by producing a traceable signal in the array, allowing for fast, intuitive, non-contact tracing directly to the fault location….

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Iberville® | LHTQ™ Device Boxes

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