Sparks Electrical News June 2018

TOOLS OF TRADE

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PERFECT MEASURING AND MARKING

M akita SK104Z Cross Line Laser is a welcome addition to make measuring for conduit pipes and marking for wall chasing easier. This model has a fast self-levelling time; it takes a mere three seconds for stability to be achieved and the spin-off is that it increases productivity. The self-levelling feature corrects up to 4 degrees of slope allowing operation on uneven surfaces. The Makita SK104Z is fitted with a bright 635 nm class II laser, the best in its class when it comes to visibility in a moderated ambient light environment. The two crossing 180 degree

LD050P and the LD080PI. The LD050P – which has multiple measurement functions for increased versatility of application, will measure a range of up to 50 m with a tolerance of plus/minus 2.0 mm/10 m. The LD080PI allows for top-class accuracy for maximum precision that will produce the required results. This model will measure a range of up to 80 m with a typical tolerance of plus/minus 2.5 mm/10 m. Both of these models are supplied with a pouch, strap and two AAA batteries.

laser lines provide for precision work, while the integrated pendulum lock enables slope incline application for increased versatility. The pulse mode conserves and extends the AA battery life for increased operating time in low light environments. This model is capable of both vertical and horizontal measuring with its two laser lines, with a measuring range of up to 15 m and a detector range of up to 60 m. The SK104Z Cross Line Laser is supplied with a pouch, magnetic bracket, target card and three AA batteries. Also available from Makita are two laser distance measures, namely the

Enquiries: +27 (0) 11 878 2600

EASY-TO-USE ELECTRICAL CABLE JOINT CONNECTORS

J oining electrical cables is something every homeowner, DIYer, electrician, auto electrician or tradesman will do on a regular basis. There are a few ways to do this which will work, but might not result in a perfectly safe connection; hand join and tape up, solder and tape, hand join or solder and use the heat shrink sleeves, which up until now have been the solution. Tork Craft has the perfect product for this job; it is a quick, easy, waterproof, strong and secure system to join all types of electrical cables; the Safe-T-Join Cable Joint. These clever case clamp moulds are suitable for all three ply cable sizes from 5 mm to 2,5 mm. There are three available sizes for the electrical cable joint moulds: the TCCJ001 is suitable for sizes up to 1,5 mm with two inner core wires/cables; the TCCJ002 for sizes from0,5mm and 2,0mmwith two and three inner core wires/cables; and the larger TCCJ003 for sizes from 0,5 mm up to 2,5 mm with two and three inner core wires/cables. All you need is the mould, a wire stripper, small clamp, a glue gun and glue sticks. Some heat shrink tubes are included in each set. Join your wires using the heat shrink sleeves, slide them into the Safe-T-Joint mould, close and clamp the case mould and insert your glue into the mould using your glue gun. Allow to harden and have a strong, waterproof, safe connection suitable for indoor and outdoor connections. “The Tork Craft Safe-T-Joint moulds are one of the most useful and affordable products in our range, and our best kept secret. It’s a real winning design and a product that will last forever, making your cable connecting a simple and safe job,” said Ryan Hunt Sales Director Vermont Sales.

Enquiries: +27 (0) 11 314 7711

SPARKS ELECTRICAL NEWS

JUNE 2018