Ideal Tools Twist-a-Nut

Ideal’s Twist-a-Nut screwdriver is more than a catchy name, it’s an essential tool for any electrician because one of its many jobs is to help twist the wire nut cap onto wires. Ideal’s Twist-a-Nut drivers are for the most part a conventional screwdriver with a small number of other built-in features like an Accu-Loop wire looping/bending hole in the handle and a wire connector wrench in the end of the handle both of which help with getting wires connected and terminated. There are several models that include more features which of course bring you more for your money. It's a truly groundbreaking tool.

The most basic Twist-a-Nut driver is just a standard screwdriver with the Twist-a-Nut handle. There are several choices for tips to choose from like the Ideal 30-333 Cabinet Tip and the 30-330 square tip so be sure to find the tip you need and if you can’t find it, let us know! In addition to basic functionality as a screwdriver, these Twist-a-Nut drivers feature the Accu-Loop wire looping holes in the handle and the wire connector wrench that is standard to all Twist-a-Nut drivers. The standard handle also includes a textured grip and six torsion bars to enhance your grip.

From there Ideal has a few options for other tools that take advantage of the Twist-a-Nut handle’s capabilities. In addition to the standard features, Ideal’s 30-922 6-in-1 Tapping Tool is a great tool for making new or remaking burred threads. It features removable taps that can also be replaced (30-923). The handle that comes with this tool is also compatible with Ideals 35-096 Conduit Deburring Tool and the 7-in-1 Twist-a-Nut screwdriver (35-908). The 7-in-1 screwdriver includes the following bits:  1/4 in. Slotted, 3/16 in. Slotted, #1 Phillips, #2 Phillips, 1/4 in. Nutdriver and 5/16 in. Nutdriver giving you a lot of added value. You can also get all of the above capabilities in the 35-926 Twist-a-Nut combo pack with a case. There are other sizes of some of these tools, like the deburring tool, so be sure to let us know if you don’t see the one you want.

Some of Ideal’s Twist-a-Nut drivers also have a ratcheting action which helps prevent fatigue and allows you to work in tight spots while also providing a high amount of torque. This “Ratch-a-Nut” driver has ratcheting capabilities at both ends of the tool for added functionality. The main end of the tool provides a professional quality 28-tooth double action, twin tooth ratchet and includes these bits:  1/4 in. Slotted, 3/16 in. Slotted, #1 Phillips, #2 Phillips, 1/4 in. Nutdriver, 5/16 in. Nutdriver, and 7/16 in. Nutdriver. It also accepts standard Twist-a-Nut replacement bits. The wire connector wrench includes a ratcheting function and the ability to work on the most common connectors.

If you really want the most value though, Ideal’s 35-688 Twist-a-Nut gets you a whopping 21 tools in one! Ideal’s ratcheting screwdriver also adds a new take on the Twist-a-Nut handle. While it is a bit beefier than other models, it allows you to store the full selection of included bits inside as well as having all the features you would expect from an Ideal Twist-a-Nut. The all-metal ratchet features 28 tooth double action and 225 pounds of torque which surpasses what your hand is capable of. All in all, if you’re an electrician and want to save some space and weight in your bag, this is the tool to get.

All of Ideal’s Twist-a-Nut tools get you multiple tools in one giving you added functionality. Each of the Twist-a-Nut handles are standard and bring the same value to each of the tools giving you as many or as few options as you need for your toolbox. Grab one today and see what it can do for you!