IDEAL Electrical (@ideal_electrical)

Introducing...IDEAL Unplugged: A podcast powered by the voices of the electrical trade. In our first podcast episode, we asked Andrea O'Connell, @that_electrician_chick, about the impact the data center boom is having on electricians. While design engineers are building the equipment to power the…

CCA twist-on connectors don't have to be confusing. Greg broke it down and shared when to use our CCA vs. our CCA+. If you work with copper-clad aluminum wires, you'll want to have these connectors on hand. Tap the link in bio to find them near you.

In case of untrustworthy coworkers, choose the IDEAL Electrical E-Class 100-foot Fiberglass Fish Tape, drop tested at 25 feet. To find out more, click on the link in our bio.

As you can see, there are many reasons why our Al-Cu connectors are the best. To find them near you, click the link in bio.

The IDEAL team certainly had a lot of fun with these transitions. Which one was your favorite?

The best connections are the ones that make a difference. As part of our IDEAL Connections VIP event, our group electrical creators joined IDEAL to support @rootedforgoodil and @familyserviceagencydekalb, helping complete lighting, power, safety, and security upgrades that will benefit the people…

During the second annual IDEAL Industries Month of Kindness, we are proud to complete our third activation with @habitatforhumanity in Ontario. We partnered with skilled electricians and volunteers to support essential electrical work at @HabitatGTA's Countryside residential project in Toronto…

Last week was the start of our second-year partnership with @rebuildingtogether. As a company, we strive towards a common goal of serving and giving back to local communities. Our program, #IDEALConnections, enables us to make this happen as we are able to partner with amazing organizations like…

@builtwithtools said it best. "This SureTrace Pro is the ultimate troubleshooting tool." He showed us a perfect execution on how to use the receiver and the transmitter to locate the power source before getting to work. If you're ready to take your troubleshooting skills to pro level, tap the link…

When you choose IDEAL Electrical, you choose a brand that knows exactly what a seasoned electrician needs. You’ve put in the time to gain the skills it takes to become a master electrician and teach your apprentices, and we have the high-quality tools and connections you need during the peak of…

Electricians like you have been our #1 priority for over 100 years. Your work ethic inspires us, and your skills sharpen ours. We take great pride in being the brand professional electricians turn to at every stage of their career. We see the work you put in between the countless wire connections…

We don't make the rules. Tag the person who's buying your next electrical tool. James, Jack, Jessica, and Josh - The link is in the bio.

The next time steak is on the menu at your place, grab a m̶e̶a̶t̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶r̶m̶o̶m̶e̶t̶e̶r̶ multimeter to make sure you get that internal temp just right. Turn the dial to °C/°F, and you've got yourself a new kitchen and grilling tool. Would you try this? We won't judge. Find it at a retailer near…

Stainless steel coated, straight forward, and fast. @_ksparky just reminded us why we love the Zoom Fish Tape for pulling wires with no fuss. This fish tape gives you the flexibility you need to seamlessly move through conduit pipes. Tap the link in bio to get one for yourself.

What's not to love about our Twister ProFLEX wire connector? It has an impressive 1,000V rating for high voltage applications and a comfortable design made for electricians using their hands all day. Tell us your favorite feature in the comments and tap the link in our bio to find our connectors…

Our updated Electrician's Sidekick app gives you or your apprentice access to quick resources right in the palm of your hand. When you're dealing with a new machine while servicing, use the wire sizing and voltage drop tool to determine the exact sizes of the connectors you'll need without even…

Have you downloaded our Electrician's Sidekick app yet? We combined the most important calculators and measurement tools all in one app. From our construction calculator to our new digital clinometer, this might be your new most-used app. Locate this app in the Google Play Store or the App Store.

You heard it here first. Our Electrician's Sidekick app is getting a major facelift with all-new added features like a level, construction calculator, saddle bend calculator, and easy access wire codes for panels. This gives you access to electricians' most frequently used paid apps, all in our…

Immediately, no. We don't blame you @high_voltage_her. What's a job site pet peeve of yours that makes you want to get back in the van and go home?

The SureTrace Pro is a circuit tracer totally reimagined. This troubleshooting tool was recently awarded a Pro Tool Innovation Award for its game-changing additions like the do-it-all transmitter that provides continuity testing, voltage measurements, DC polarity, and receptacle testing. We…

Bending 1 1/4" conduit has actually never looked easier. Our resident pro electrician schooled us on the best way to approach bending larger conduit and how much force you can apply with the right method. Save this video and tap the link in bio to find our 1 1/4" EMT Ductile Iron Bender at a…

WARNING: Guys, don't watch this video with your phone volume turned up to the max for everyone around you to hear. If you ever wanted to know how smooth wires really glide with our Aerosol Clearglide Wire Lubricant, @jvincentelectrical just handled that for you. No snags, just smooth sailing. See…

We asked our creators what drives them absolutely insane on the job. Now it's your turn, write down your electrical pet peeves below.

@_ksparky gave us a full run down on our SureTrace Pro Circuit Tracer and we recommend you take some notes from this pro. If your troubleshooting tasks are usually a solo job, this complete kit will take your toolkit to the next level. Be prepared to handle it all with the included transmitter…

What's your next move?

Another look at the SureTrace Circuit Tracer Pro in action. ⚡This is your go-to all-in-one solution for seamless and fast tracing. If you're ready to tackle your test and measurement tasks like @colin.does.electric , click the link in bio to find this game changer at a retailer near you.

We asked our electrician creators to share their biggest on the job pet peeves…and let’s just say, the struggle is real. What’s your biggest pet peeve as an electrician? Drop it in the comments.

Remember when the world debated this question? We asked @_ksparky his thoughts, and he thinks with the right crew (and maybe a few IDEAL Electrical tools?), a gorilla doesn't stand a chance.

Probably with the marketing team… again. Showing the IDEAL Electrical Ductile Iron Conduit Bender in action and making sure they get the perfect shot, that’s what we call a true team player.

We got to know a few people that stopped by our booth at NECA 2025 a little better with a few this or that questions. The verdict is in and most of these sparkies prefer a switch, EMT conduit, and blueprints - except Greg and we love him for it.