FULL-LINE CATALOG VISION. PERFORMANCE. SERVICE. SINCE 1916 FUTURE OUTLOOK Growth Through Acquisitions IDEAL has taken an Pratt-Read Tools, LLC includes three divisions. aggressive growth position Pratt-Read, which manufactures screwdrivers, and by the acquisition of three American Industrials Manufacturers (AIM), which US companies. Western produces nutdrivers and bits, have relocated to Forge, based in Colorado Sycamore and the new Springs, Colorado, is Colorado Springs facility. considered the American The third division, A & standard in premier L Handles will remain in metal craftsmanship. The Pottstown, Pennsylvania. acquisition strengthens the IDEAL hand tool presence The new acquisitions position and increases overall manufacturing strength in pliers, IDEAL as one of the largest tool manufacturers in the US. wrenches, and related hand tools. The 345,000 square Pratt-Read has been an American manufacturer since 1789. foot structure employs over 350 Americans. In addition to the consumer and professional hand tools, Western Forge provides casting, annealing, cold forming, plating, heat treating imprinting and a wide range of other metal 3s+(AND4OOLS ,,#, a premier manufacturer of services. Western Forge was originally founded in wrenches, ratchets, sockets, and various other tools Ohio in 1965. that serve the automotive and industrial markets. 3s+ISONEOFTHEMOSTRECOGNIZABLE tool companies in the US, specifically in the automotive market. Organic Growth Initiatives Product innovation, performance, ease-of-use and safety have been at the heart of IDEAL since 1916. As we approach our 100th anniversary, we are focused on continuing our success through several initiatives. First, expansion into alternative energy markets; second, developing a presence in the automotive aftermarket leveraging existing relationships formed by 3s+(AND4OOLS LLC; third, increased support of electrical apprentices through our apprentice partnership program, training seminars and real-time mobile field support. These are just a few of many initiatives IDEAL has planned for completion by 2016. TABLE OF CONTENTS Wire Termination Twist-on Wire Connectors . A-2 WeatherProof™ & UnderGround™ Wire Connectors ................. A-5 PowerPlug® Luminaire Disconnects. A-8 SpliceLine™ In-Line Wire Connectors ............................. A-9 In-Sure™ Push-In Wire Connectors ..............................A-10 Grounding Accessories ........................................A-11 Crimp Terminals & Splices. A-12 Terminal Strips. A-17 BUCHANAN Wire Connectors ..................................A-22 BUCHANAN Streetlight Kits . A-25 BUCHANAN Tap Connectors ...................................A-28 BUCHANAN Terminal Blocks . A-29 Tools & Supplies Fish Tapes & Accessories ....................................... B-2 Fishing Poles .................................................. B-7 Wire Pulling Lubricant & Accessories ............................. B-8 Conduit Benders . B-12 Pulling Supplies. B-14 Wire Strippers ................................................ B-16 Pliers. B-22 Screwdrivers ................................................. B-30 Cable Cutters ................................................. B-38 Miscellaneous Hand Tools. B-40 Hand Tool Kits . B-42 Tool Carriers & Bags. B-44 Insulated Hand Tools .......................................... B-48 Cutting & Holemaking Tools .................................... B-52 Cable Ties ................................................... B-64 Cable Staples. B-72 Heat Shrink ...................................................B-74 Heat Guns ................................................... B-78 Wire Markers ................................................. B-79 Switches ..................................................... B-81 Commutator Maintenance. B-93 Lockout/Tagout . B-95 Safety Signs . B-106 Safety Tapes. B-107 Stripmaster® Wire Strippers Stripmaster® Wire Strippers ...................................... C-2 Custom Stripmaster® Wire Strippers .............................. C-4 Test & Measurement Clamp Meters .................................................D-2 Multimeters . D-5 Circuit Tracers . D-9 Thermal Imagers . D-10 Circuit Analyzers . D-12 Power Quality ................................................D-14 Insulation Testers .............................................D-15 Voltage Testers ...............................................D-16 Electrical Testers . D-18 Specialty Testers . D-19 Accessories . D-20 DataComm/Networks Testers ........................................................E-2 Compression Tools & Connectors. .E-9 Crimp Tools ...................................................E-13 Tools .........................................................E-15 Strippers ......................................................E-18 Kits ..........................................................E-22 Fiber Optics . .E-26 Connectors designed for every application Wire-Nut ® Wire Connectors The original twist-on wire connector features a positive-grip design for easy installation. Five color-coded models cover hundreds of wire combinations from 22 through 8 AWG. The fixed square-wire spring provides a secure connection that won’t relax over time. Wing-Nut ® Wire Connectors The next step in IDEAL wire connector innovation. Three models accommodate a wide range of circuit and fixture wiring combinations from 18 through 6 AWG. Built-in, contoured wings provide extra leverage on maximum wire combinations. And the live-action spring expands to accept a broader range of wire shapes and sizes. Twister ® Wire Connectors The industry’s premier wire connector. Just two models accommodate the majority of common wiring configurations from 22 through 6 AWG. The ribbed cap provides a secure grip and swept wings offer extra leverage. A patented square-wire spring provides safe, secure connections. Twister ® Al/Cu Wire Connectors The only aluminum-to-copper twist-on wire connector. Specially formulated compound reduces corrosion build-up on aluminum conductors for better conductivity and cooler connections. UL Listed and CSA Certified for aluminum-to-copper connections. Twister ® DB Plus™ Wire Connectors The smallest wet location/direct burial wire connector. Offers the widest range of wire combinations from 20 through 12 AWG. Features non- hardening sealant to ensure safe and moisture-free connections. UL Listed and CSA Certified for underground and wet locations. B-CAP ® Wire Connectors Contoured Classic Fins™ provide a secure grip for extra torque. Three models cover a full range of wire sizes from 22 through 6 AWG. The square-wire spring locks onto conductor for fast, secure connections. Compact size allows easy handling and installation. Wire-Nut® Wire Connectors Q Five color-coded models cover wire sizes from 22 to 6 AWG Q Fixed, square-wire spring creates its own threads — maintains a secure positive grip that will not relax over time Q No pre-twisting required — positive grip design provides Wire Connectors fast, easy installation Q Deep skirt helps protect against flash-over Q Reusable for easy circuit changes and additions Q Tough, UL94V-2 flame-retardant shell rated at 105oC (221oF) Q UL Listed to 486C and CSA certified to C22.2 #188; comply with Federal Specification W-S-610E Model Color Wire Combination Range Wire Combination Range (mm) Quantity Cat. No. Box of 100 30-071 300V 300V Carton of 1,000 30-171 71B® Gray 22 to 16 AWG ,34mm2 to 1,5mm2 2 2 Keg of 25,000 (loose pack) 30-271 Min. 2 #22 – Max. 2 #16 Min. 2-,34mm Max. 3-1,5mm Barrel of 150,000 30-871 Box of 100 30-072 300V 300V Carton of 1,000 30-172 72B® Blue 22 to 14 AWG ,34mm2 to 2,5mm2 2 2 Keg of 10,000 (loose pack) 30-272 Min. 2 #22 – Max. 3 #16 Min. 2-,34mm Max. 3-1,5mm Barrel of 85,000 30-872 Box of 100 30-073 600V* 600V* Jar of 300 30-073J 22 to 14 AWG ,34mm2 to 2,5mm2 Carton of 1,000 30-173 73B® Orange Min. 1 #18 & 2 #20 Min. 1-,75mm2 w/1-,50mm2 Keg of 5,000 (10 bags, 500 ea.) 30-273 Max. 2 #14 Max. 4-1,5mm2 w/1-,50mm2 Keg of 10,000 (loose pack) 30-673 Barrel of 50,000 30-873 Box of 100 30-074 600V* 600V* Jar of 175 30-074J 18 to 12 AWG ,75mm2 to 4,0mm2 Carton of 1,000 30-174 74B® Yellow Min. 2 #18 Min. 2-,75mm2 Keg of 5,000 (10 bags, 500 ea.) 30-274 Max. 4 #14 & 1 #18 Max. 4-2,5mm2 w/1-,75mm2 Keg of 10,000 (loose pack) 30-674 Barrel of 35,000 30-874 Box of 100 30-076 600V* 600V* Jar of 150 30-076J 18 to 6 AWG ,75mm2 to 16,0mm2 76B® Red Carton of 1,000 30-176 Min. 2 #14 Min. 2-2,5mm2 Keg of 2,500 (10 bags, 250 ea.) 30-276 Max. 4 #12 Max. 2-4,0mm2 Barrel of 15,000 30-876 *1,000V maximum in fixtures and signs High Temperature Wire-Nut® Wire Connectors All of the Wire-Nut® Wire Connector features plus: Q Black, thermoplastic shell designed to withstand extreme heat build-up found in high-wattage light fixtures and signs. UL Listed to 150°C (302°F) Q Four models to cover wire ranges from 22Wire to 12Combination AWG Wire Combination Model Color Wire Combination Range Wire Combination Range (mm) Quantity Cat. No. 300V 300V Box of 100 30-3627 2 2 ® 22 to 16 AWG ,34mm to 1,5mm Carton of 1,000 30-151 71B Black 2 Min. 2 #22 Str Min. 2-,34mm Keg of 25,000 (loose pack) 30-251 Max. 2 #16 Max. 2-1,5mm2 Barrel of 150,000 30-801 300V 300V Box of 100 30-3628 2 2 ® 22 to 14 AWG ,34mm to 2,5mm Carton of 1,000 30-152 72B Black 2 Min. 2 #22 Min. 2-,34mm Keg of 10,000 (loose pack) 30-252 Max. 3 #16 Max. 3-1,5mm2 Barrel of 85,000 30-802 600V* 600V* Box of 100 30-3629 22 to 14 AWG ,34mm2 to 2,5mm2 Carton of 1,000 30-153 73B® Black Min. 1 #18 w/1 #20 Min. 1-,75mm2 w/1-,50mm2 Keg