Cable Punch
The cable punch is a tool used by electricians for inserting electrical wires like NMD and AC of all sizes into ICFs (insulated concrete forms). It reduces the time required to force the wire into the insulated concrete form. It is also used to make sure wire has been inserted to a depth that will meet there local electrical code.[1]
The ICF is first cut with a chainsaw and the wire is placed inside the channel the saw has cut, the wire is then inserted with the cable punch.[2]
The Cable Punch is patent pending in Canada and USA and is new to the market from Journeyman Tools
Description
The Cable Punch tool is great for inserting electrical wires like NMD and AC of all sizes into ICF walls. This Cable Punch is a time saving tool that reduces the time required to force the wire into the Insulated Concrete Form. Jobsite tests have shown a 75% reduction in time required for this job. The ICF Cable Punch won't damage the wires and the wire is pushed past the required 1¼” (32mm) this means never again will an inspection be failed due to wires being too close to the surface. The ICF is first cut with a chainsaw and the wire is passed, the wire is then inserted with the Cable Punch. Every Cable Punch is hand painted and welded at our shop in Eastern Ontario. We inspect every Cable Punch to guarantee a flawless product every time.
Features
Comfort Grip Handle
This provides the ability to use for a full day without having a sore hand. This is a great feature when working on commercial jobs where there is a lot of wire in ICF walls.
Depth Stop This feature keeps the wire at a constant depth that meets code every time. By inserting the wire an extra ⅛” (3mm) past the depth required by code*
References
- ↑ "Cable Punch". JourneymanTools. JourneymanTools. Retrieved 20 June 2015.
- ↑ "Insulated Concrete Forms Construction Advice". JourneymanTools. JourneymanTools. Retrieved 20 June 2015.