DEWALT adds to its growing line of XTREME Subcompact Series™ 12V MAX* tools with two new 12V MAX* Impact Wrenches in 1/2-In. (DCF901B) and 3/8-In. (DCF903B) sizes. At only 5.2- In. in length and a weight of 2-lbs. each (tool only), the compact impact wrenches enable access for jobs in tight areas. Each of theRead More ›
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Eaton Offers Connected Surge Protection with New Power Xpert SPD
Eaton recently announced the Power Xpert® SPD, the latest addition to its family of surge protective devices, leveraging advanced connectivity to help protect critical equipment from potentially devastating surge events. Offering advanced monitoring display and communication capabilities in addition to historical surge logging, the Power Xpert SPD is the ideal solution for industrial environments whereRead More ›
Liquatite® Flexible Food Grade Conduits Are Now Antimicrobial
ELECTRI-FLEX COMPANY, Roselle, IL, announces food processing flexible liquidtight jacketed conduit Types LAFG and LSSFG now have an improved PVC jacketing. These enhancements include a new food processing blue color, an even wider temperature range, and are now antimicrobial. Liquatite® Food Grade electrical conduits provide a flexible, liquidtight protective wiring raceway, ideally suited for FoodRead More ›
Klein Tools’® New Cable Cutter Adds Stripping to Increase Versatility
Klein Tools, for professionals since 1857, introduces the High-Leverage Cable Cutter featuring cable-gripping shear-type jaws, an integrated stripping hole and a high-leverage design to provide exceptional cutting capability. Journeyman™ High-Leverage Cable Cutter with Stripping (Cat. No. J63225N) Cuts 4/0 aluminum, 2/0 soft copper, 100-pair 24 AWG communications cable Integrated stripping hole strips 1/0 and 2/0Read More ›
Emerson Announces Updates to SolaHD Surge Protective Devices and Power Filters
Emerson’s SolaHD™ surge protective devices and power filters begin a new chapter recently with the introduction of several upgraded versions that give users more ways to prevent damage to mission-critical electronics driving the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) within their facilities. Each of the new SolaHD devices has been redesigned to provide protection against theRead More ›
New LUXEON 2835N Extends the Mid-Power Performance Curve
Lumileds recently announced the new LUXEON 2835N, which fills in the performance gap between the LUXEON 2835C and the LUXEON 2835 HE. The three variants are relatively close in performance at 65mA – LUXEON 2835N delivers 204 lumens per Watt – as current increases, real differences in both light output and efficacy become clear. WithRead More ›
MaxLite Introduces Canless Commercial Downlights with Field-Selectable Wattages and CCTs
Building on the contractor-friendly features of its canless LED commercial downlights, MaxLite expands the popular RCF Series with wattage and CCT selectable models that enable installers to customize light outputs and color temperatures in the field. The RCF is a labor-saving, all-in-one solution for adding recessed down- lighting to hospitality, retail, office, and other commercialRead More ›
Milwaukee® Delivers the Boldest, Longest Lasting Markings with New SHOCKWAVE™ IMPACT DUTY™ 6 Point Sockets
Milwaukee Tool continues to deliver ground-breaking accessory solutions with the introduction of the SHOCKWAVE™ IMPACT DUTY™ 6 Point Socket Lineup, available in 1/4”, 3/8”, 1/2”, 3/4”, and 1” drives. Engineered for use with impact wrenches, drivers, and ratchets, this new line of sockets features the boldest, longest-lasting markings and ex- treme impact durability to withstandRead More ›
New Square Mounting Plates Topaz Expands Box Supports Line
Topaz Lighting is pleased to introduce 4” Mounting Plates as a welcome addition to their growing line of versatile box supports. Installed with any bracket-less 4” box, these mounting plates provide flexibility for a variety of box depths and configurations. With built in single or double gang device rings and offered in 1⁄2”, ”, andRead More ›
Triplett Simplifies Electrical Outlet & Equipment Troubleshooting with Re-Imagined GFCI Receptacle Testers
Triplett Test Equipment, a leading maker of test equipment tools, announced the launch of two GFCI receptacle testers designed to expand the versatility of this essential electrical troubleshooting tool. The ET200’s integrated line-splitter makes it significantly easier to test both circuit wiring and connected electrical devices and appliances. The compact ET100 introduces an ergonomic “easy-pull”Read More ›
Monitoring Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
NUMEROUS SCIENTIFIC STUDIES HAVE PROVEN that aerosols are a major means of transmitting viruses, such as COVID-19. We know today that active virus particles can float in the air longer and further than originally thought and pose a potential danger. This is especially problematic in indoor locations where people typically gather, such as in meetingRead More ›
6 Reasons Why Smart Tech Is a Smart Move for Electricians
WE HAVE SMART DEVICES, smart homes, smart offices, smart cities, and soon, even a smarter Wi-Fi network. With such a heavy focus on smarter connectivity, what does it mean for the electrical industry? More opportunities for electricians, for one. We recently covered emerging smart tech trends and how this could open up more jobs forRead More ›
