Powerbuilt 13-Piece VDE Tool Set, Insulated Ratchet, Sockets, Extensions, High-Voltage Electrical and Hybrid Vehicles, Home Repair - 642937

Very nice quality set and good value. Recommended if you need a portable set.

So far I’m very happy with these. Industrial electrical applications.

Great tool set. Case is decent, but zipper is thin and flimsy. It does not take much to open case and under that little amount of pressure the zipper is bending. Other parts of the case arrive frayed and stitching is opening back up. There does not appear to be any backstitching to keep it from unraveling. Case lacks polish. I have not shocked myself yet with this tool set. So it appears to be doing its job. Budget friendly buy. 36 clicks , one whole revoluton of the ratchet mechanism. Ratchet feels good in hand.

I’m a WERA tool fan but I couldn’t stomach the $360 price for their very similar socket set. This set at $140 is honestly great! The ratchet is a 8.5/10 the extension detents feel great! Even the zipper pouch ain’t bad. If you are a vehicle technician that occasionally encounters a hybrid/EV you NEED this set to keep you safe. 100% recommend!

The case is nice. However the tools feel very cheap. The handles have a lot of flex with only medium pressure, which is not very confidence inspiring in pliers. The adjustable pliers have a very gritty movement like they weren't machined well. The tools have no branding at all, which while not essential does not lend to a quality tool for the price.

Little pricey but overall is good value for the money

Item arrived on time. Good set of tools for HV repairs and we'll priced.

The kit arrived exactly as pictured, and everything looked good and organized right out of the box. There were no bent pieces or missing items. I ordered this kit because I want to start building a proper set of tools for my DIY electrician bag at home. Spending $60 on individual tools seemed too high for a home handyman. While I'm pretty aware that for basic home electrical work you generally don't need VDE-certified tools, (as long as you have a set of well-insulated screwdrivers and pliers) the ones I have are old all metal pliers type of pliers, and since I needed new pliers with proper insulation, why not go with this VDE kit, especially given its price. VDE-certified tools undergo rigorous testing to ensure their insulation can withstand high-voltage situations, thereby protecting you from electric shock while working on live wires. For simple home tasks like changing light bulbs or replacing outlets, and splicing wire, a basic set of insulated screwdrivers would do. However, can you really overlook the attractive design and superior insulation, functionality and grip of VDE tools? I don’t think so. When I came across this kit, it felt perfect for my needs. It even includes a nice tool pouch. The tools feel sturdy and reliable, but i do have to say I have a preference for brands that are confident enough to put their names and logos on their products. If it’s good, they should be proud to put their name on it! At least the certifications are all really there unlike some other questionable look-a-likes. This tool kit contains wire cutters, slip joint pliers, a wire stripper, and needle nose pliers. Although the tools are advertised for work on electric and hybrid vehicles, I will be using them for household sort tasks, so they should be more than enough. They have IEC 60900 certification on them and it's not just something mentioned on the product page, which signifies adherence to international standards for insulated hand tools used in electrical work. This certification ensures that the tools meet stringent safety standards suitable for potentially hazardous electrical environments. To obtain IEC 60900 certification, tools undergo thorough testing that assesses their insulation properties, mechanical strength, and resistance to high voltages. So just having that certification provides peace of mind for those who understand its significance. I plan to use each of these tools, and they will make a great addition to my bag. My electrician costume is almost complete! LOL