tools for gas fitter

[kl]

Hi all,

I am currently doing my G3 and would like to start buying some tools for the trade, when I have cash.  Can you advise on what tools that I should get in order of priority and what brand/etc and where is the best place to buy.  I live in Brampton, Ontario.

thanks

[TECH X]

I prefer hand tools from my local HVAC wholesaler.

Long and short shank nut drivers. 1/4", 5/16", 3/8".
Long and short shank screw drivers. (pickwick makes a good multi-bit short shank driver)
Adjustable wrenches. 6" and 10".
3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16" open end wrenches.
Channel locks. 10" and 12".
Pipe wrenches. 14", 18" and 24".
Allen keys. 1/8", 5/32", 3/16".
Torpedo level with magnet.
Wire strippers w/ crimper.
Linesmen and needle nose pliers.
Side cutters.
Left and right hand sheet metal snips and sheet metal tongs.
Inspection mirror.

Home depot sells a Rigid 12V cordless drill and they also sell a step bit for making round inspection holes in ductwork, and they sell a nice soft tool case.  There's a plastic container hidden in the bottom, great for storing wire connectors, 1/4" stakeones, marettes ect...

Once you start doing service you will need some electronic equipment.

Fluke 16/322 multimeter and clampon kit. (I believe the Fluke 3xx models are now involved in a recall.  I'll post the recall info in the tools & equipment forum soon)

Tpi 620 manometer. (Dual port)

Tpi 315 digital thermometer.

Tpi 712 flue gas analyser. (This has a built in manometer and digital thermometer probes, so you wouldn't need the 620 or 315)

The Inspector inspection camera, or any decent inspection camera like the Rigid SeeSnake.

[kl]

Thanks Tech X,

Can you provide me with a list of hvac wholesalers in the Brampton area.

kl

[TECH X]

I'm from Ottawa myself.  I usually buy my tools and equipment at WWG Totaline.  Mississauga might be the closest to you.
Checkout the branch locator - Here

Another good wholesaler is Frontier - Wolseley.  There's one in Brampton.
Checkout the branch locator - Here