lol right on, that's an awesome deal. The 2000 series is definitely worth the price.. the pliers should last you a life time if looked after!! 💡 Don't forget about my free apprentice electrician book if interested --> becoming-an-electrician.com/subscribe/
Yeah, the video was meant to help you understand the Klein Tools Pliers models in terms of how the numbers line-up to the plier features like the types of grip, hardened steel, etc. My article may help you a little further: becoming-an-electrician.com/how-to-buy-klein-tools-pliers/
Yes, the strengthened metal will be much more durable over your years! Here's my written article on the best Klein Tools Pliers: becoming-an-electrician.com/how-to-buy-klein-tools-pliers/
to pull fish tape with Kleins, grab it between the handles, at the base of the hinge and use them like a T-handle. if you need to put on a crimp with Kleins, load the terminal in the notch, first, then put the wire in and crimp it. and I've had no trouble with insulated crimps. some Klein pliers are also available with a stripping notch. they put it right in the middle of the jaw where it interferes with cutting wire. as I said to the guy at the counter, I give them away when they get a notch there. and if you haven't ever dulled the cutters on Kleins, you're breaking them too soon.
I've seen that fish tape pulling technique, a little sketchy sometimes lol (hoping it doesn't slip).... I always just recommend getting a pair of crimpers for both insulated and non-insulated.. way easier for workflow I found.. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-2p4jE3JHlIc.html Yeah I saw they offer that hole in pliers for stripping.. it's like having a blown-out pair of pliers that you cut through live wires by accident.. I read the reviews people didn't like them either lol.. it's a good idea, but the hole is so annoying.. 😂
@@BecomingAnElectrician it's a more reliable grip than the way they want you to pull. Also, it depends on what you're crimping and how much. If you're doing control boards, yeah, get a dedicated crimper. If you sometimes have to put on a fork lug, don't carry an extra tool for it.
@@kenbrown2808 I understand - around here we often had to do seismicing for lights, exit signs, etc.. so was worth it! Thanks for your tips.. been learning lots from you! 🙂
@@kenbrown2808 Yeah we had to seismic stuff with aircraft cable a lot.. here's what we used: Aircraft cable: www.gescan.com/products/16-fasteners-hardwares/03-chain-cable-rope-accessories/03-ropes/12-wire-ropes/p-RVJJU0xDMTVMMTAwMFNQ-erico-1000-ft-caddy-wire-spool-15-mm-wire Non-insulated crimps: www.grainger.ca/en/product/p/WWG9WL29
I only brought 1 pair of pliers around with me on site (no point to bring extra weight around with you!) I really like the D2000-9NE (the non-journeyman grips).. here's full details to help you out!: becoming-an-electrician.com/how-to-buy-klein-tools-pliers/
@@danediz Yeah, the 2000's are awesome because the metal is hardened! It allows you to cut through screws! Do not cut through screws with the NON 2000-series. (I have a question - Why do you think they are not safe for splicing wires together? - When you say "pretwist wires", are you saying splice/trim BEFORE the wire nut goes on?).
@@BecomingAnElectrician Im extremely obsessive compulsive. Yes. I am talking about BEFORE the wire nut. I wasn't sure if the hardened steel of the jaws would somehow hurt the copper wire more while pre twisting. That is assuming you squeeze the wire with both sets of pliers with the same strength. However, I personally strip the wires long and only twist from the very end. That way when I snip the wires flush at 1/2", the part I grabbed with the linemans is cut off.
@@danediz I wouldn't be concerned if your pliers touch the base of your stripping. The biggest concern is when STRIPPING the wire if you leave a notch (gouge), that can significantly weaken the wire. WATCH THIS HERE: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Hc1hzPtJL4E.html In terms of the 2000's hardened steel, no this will not damage the wire AT ALL when splicing. The 2000's are just stronger and should last you longer, and allow you to be way more aggressive on them. The NON-2000 series are only able to cut through soft metals like nails and copper.. Having the 2000's is very useful for cutting screws when you need to in fast situations!
I would say what ever one is most affordable.. I haven't used an 8" pair of electrician linesman pliers.. The Klein Tools D2000-9NE would be overkill for just a quick do-it-yourself home owner, but it does have the benefit of the hardened steel, so you can cut screws and be rougher with it.. so it should last you much longer.. I have much more details here about buying pliers (for electricians): becoming-an-electrician.com/how-to-buy-klein-tools-pliers/
Browse the Klein Tools Catalog (just search for it on Google), they will provide all the models they sell.. I like the tapered nose (New England style pliers) because they can get into tighter areas! Again, reach my how to buy pliers for electricians article!: becoming-an-electrician.com/how-to-buy-klein-tools-pliers/
That is good to know.. to warm them up, do you just use a heat gun or something? Here's a link I found for the replacements I think you've mentioned: www.kleintools.com/catalog/pliers/pliers-grips (I saw you just use some warm water then slide them on? .. they're like $30.. I'd just buy new pliers at the price lol.. or look at the "plastic dip" approach"). They have been amazing pliers though.. the "Klein Tools D2000-9NE".
@@RsFrag3d Ya it's close to buying another pair of pliers LOL.. I think dipping the handles may be a more affordable approach in that situation.. not sure, haven't ever tried it.
You should be able to find them online.. or there's always the journeyman series grips, but I always liked this D2000's like I mentioned: becoming-an-electrician.com/how-to-buy-klein-tools-pliers/
