The electronics tool industry is vast, with hundreds of brands competing for our attention and, even more importantly, our patronage. Whether you are trying to buy a simple screwdriver or the best soldering tool on the market, there are so many brands to choose from that it can be easy to get a little lost. To help puts things into perspective, here are four brands that have been seriously influential in the electronic tool industry and deserve your attention.
Fluke
The Fluke reputation is a well deserve one. Around since 1948, Fluke has been designing and manufacturing world-class electronics tools for decades that blow most of the competition out of the water. The key to Fluke's success is the care and quality that goes into the design of every single one of its tools. Its long experience in the field means that it maintains rigid quality and high safety standards that make their tools some of the best in the world.
Fluke multimeters are perhaps the key to their reputation and their most sought after product. Built to last these multimeters are used in a wide range of industries including manufacturing, commercial, medical, engineering and construction. What sets Fluke multimeters apart is their ease of use, durability and pin-point accuracy, all of which make them highly influential in the field.
Jokari
Jokari is the epitome of German quality. Tested and certified by independent third parties chosen by the German government, Jokari is made to exacting standards. Their influence on the field of electronics tools comes from two factors, their high quality and their ability to constantly innovate. Their most famous products, their wire and cable tools, are built to withstand years of hard use, provide excellent protection for the user and intelligently improve their usability. Taken together these attributes make Jokari hand tools a leader for serious professionals.
Hakko
While most other brands are satisfied to make the same old thing at higher and higher volumes, Hakko is one of the true innovators of the electronics tool industry. Hakko invests heavily in research and development and has been one of the most influential companies in the field changing the way that electronics tools are made and used. Hakko makes some of the best soldering and desoldering tools on the market, responsible for innovations such as ceramic heating elements, the adjustable soldering station and improved soldering tips.
Weller
One of the few brands that can give Hakko a run for its money is Weller, the inventor of the original transformer-based instant heating soldering method. Starting off as a premier soldering brand, today it continues to be an influential force in leading the way to solving complex electronics manufacturing challenges. Much like Hakko, Weller has done much to push the electronic industry forward, including extended tip life and cordless battery soldering technology. Today, Weller is focusing on improving existing functionality, while at the same time investing heavily in automation and connectivity. Aside from world-class soldering technology Weller also offers filtration appliances, precision tools and high-quality screwdrivers, wrenches and pliers.
