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Ideal Industries Blued-Steel Fish Tape with Formed Hook and Tuff-Grip

Ideal Industries Blued-Steel Fish Tape with Formed Hook and Tuff-Grip

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Model: 31-059

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Ideal Industries 240 Foot Blued Steel Fish Tape with Formed Hook

Professional-Grade Wire Pulling System with Tuff-Grip Pro Case

The Ideal Industries 240 Foot Blued Steel Fish Tape delivers professional-grade wire pulling performance for electrical installations and telecommunications projects. This blued steel construction fish tape features a formed hook and Tuff-Grip Pro case designed for electricians, telecommunications professionals, and electrical contractors, providing the reliable performance and industry-leading quality that electrical professionals demand for conduit wire pulling applications.

Professional Features & Benefits

Superior Steel Construction

  • Unique Blued Steel Finish - Non-oily surface treatment resists rust and corrosion for extended tool life in demanding electrical environments
  • Industry's Straightest Wire - Precision manufacturing ensures consistent straightness for smooth conduit navigation and reduced binding
  • 1/8 inch x 0.060 inch Dimensions - Optimal thickness and width balance flexibility with strength for professional wire pulling applications
  • 1,600 Pound Tensile Strength - Heavy-duty construction handles demanding electrical installation requirements with reliable performance

Professional Measurement System

  • Laser Etched Markings - 12-inch increment markings provide instant conduit length measurement for accurate electrical installations
  • Stiffer Construction - Enhanced rigidity designed specifically for long conduit runs and complex electrical routing applications
  • Formed Hook Design - Pre-formed hook end ensures secure wire attachment and reduces installation time for electrical contractors

Tuff-Grip Pro Case System

  • Professional Storage Case - Tuff-Grip Pro case protects fish tape and provides organized storage for electrical tool management
  • Ergonomic Handling - Case design enables comfortable operation during extended electrical installation projects

Technical Specifications

240-foot length blued steel fish tape with 1/8 inch x 0.060 inch cross-section, 1,600 pound tensile strength rating, laser etched 12-inch increment markings, formed hook end, and Tuff-Grip Pro storage case. Non-oily blued finish provides rust resistance and superior grip characteristics for professional electrical applications.

Installation & Setup

  1. Remove fish tape from Tuff-Grip Pro case and inspect formed hook for secure attachment point
  2. Insert fish tape into conduit entry point, using laser etched markings to track insertion depth
  3. Navigate conduit system using steady pressure, allowing blued steel construction to maintain straightness
  4. Attach electrical wires securely to formed hook end, ensuring proper connection for safe pulling
  5. Pull fish tape and attached wires through conduit system using consistent tension within 1,600 pound limit
  6. Store fish tape in Tuff-Grip Pro case after use to maintain tool condition and organization

Professional Applications

Ideal for:

  • Electrical Installation - Commercial and residential wiring projects requiring professional wire pulling through conduit systems
  • Telecommunications Wiring - Data center installations, network cabling, and telecommunications infrastructure projects
  • Industrial Electrical - Manufacturing facility electrical systems, control wiring, and industrial automation installations
  • Commercial Construction - Office buildings, retail spaces, and commercial electrical system installations
  • Residential Electrical - Home electrical upgrades, new construction wiring, and electrical service installations
  • Conduit Systems - EMT, rigid conduit, and flexible conduit wire pulling applications
  • Long Distance Pulls - Extended conduit runs where superior straightness and strength are essential
  • Complex Routing - Multi-bend conduit systems requiring reliable navigation and wire pulling performance

Blued Steel Technology Advantage

Ideal Industries blued steel technology provides superior performance for electrical applications through precision engineering that delivers the industry's straightest wire construction. The unique blued finish eliminates oily residues while providing enhanced rust resistance, ensuring reliable performance in demanding electrical environments. This advanced steel treatment combined with optimal dimensional specifications creates the professional-grade fish tape that electrical contractors trust for critical installations.

Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?

Ideal Industries demonstrates unwavering commitment to electrical professional needs through precision-engineered fish tape construction that meets demanding installation requirements. The combination of blued steel technology, laser etched measurement system, and Tuff-Grip Pro case represents the reliable performance and innovative design that electrical contractors depend on for safe, efficient, and code-compliant electrical installations in commercial, industrial, and residential applications.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Department:
Electrical
Product Type:
Fish Tape
Product Group:
Electrical Installation Tools
Product Subgroup:
Fish Tape & Rods

Ideal Industries 31-059 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What lengths does the Ideal Industries blued steel fish tape come in?
Five lengths: 50 ft (31-059), 60 ft (31-055), 100 ft (31-058), 120 ft (31-056), and 240 ft (31-057). All are the same blued steel tape with a formed hook in the Tuff-Grip Pro case, so pick length by your longest conduit run. For service work in a single building shorter runs are easier to handle; the 240 ft is for extended runs between distant pull points.
2) Can I use a steel fish tape in a panel or conduit with live conductors?
No. This is blued steel tape, which conducts, so it has no place near energized conductors. De-energize before fishing. If you need to work where circuits may be live, use a non-conductive tape instead, such as the Greenlee FTXF-100 REEL-X 100 ft non-conductive fiberglass fish tape.
3) What should I use instead of a blued steel fish tape when pulling wire near energized equipment?
Use a non-conductive fish tape. The Greenlee FTXF-100 REEL-X is a 100 foot non-conductive fiberglass fish tape, so it does not carry current the way the steel tape in the Ideal 31-055 series does. The Ideal blued steel tape is steel construction with a formed hook, sized 1/8 inch x 0.060 inch with a 1,600 pound tensile rating, and is intended for conduit pulls where a conductive tape is acceptable.
4) How do I measure a conduit run with this fish tape?
The tape is laser etched at 12-inch increments, so you read length directly off it as you feed. Push to the far end, read the marking at the entry, and you have the run length for cutting wire, no separate tape measure needed. Etched markings do not rub off the way printed ones do.
5) Do I need to attach a separate hook or eyelet to pull wire with this tape?
No, the end comes pre-formed as a hook, so you can tie or tape conductors straight to it. Most electricians still wrap the connection with electrical tape to keep it smooth through couplings and bends.
6) What is the difference between this Ideal steel tape and a Greenlee MagnumPRO or REEL-X tape?
The Ideal is blued steel at 1/8 x 0.060 inch with a 1,600 lb tensile rating, a formed hook, and 12-inch etched markings, housed in a Tuff-Grip Pro case, offered from 50 up to 240 feet. The Greenlee 438-5H is a 50 ft steel tape sold as a 5-pack from the MagnumPRO series, which suits a crew stocking multiple short tapes. The Greenlee FTXF-100 is REEL-X series, 100 ft non-conductive fiberglass, the choice when a steel tape is not acceptable. Pick the Ideal when you want one long steel tape with measurement markings.
7) Is there a 50 foot steel fish tape equivalent to the Ideal 31-059?
Yes. The Ideal 31-059 is the 50 foot length of the blued steel fish tape with a formed hook and Tuff-Grip Pro case. The Greenlee 438-5H is a 50 foot steel fish tape in the MagnumPRO series and is sold as a 5-pack, so the two differ in how they are packaged - one case per tape versus five tapes to the order.
8) I need more than 100 feet of reach - what are my options?
Go to the longer lengths of the Ideal blued steel fish tape: 31-056 is 120 feet and 31-057 is 240 feet, both with the 1/8 inch x 0.060 inch cross-section and 1,600 pound tensile rating suited to extended conduit runs. The Greenlee 438-5H and the Greenlee FTXF-100 REEL-X are 50 foot and 100 foot tapes respectively, so neither reaches past 100 feet on a single tape.
9) Is the blued finish going to leave oil on my hands and in the conduit?
No. The blued steel treatment is a non-oily surface finish that resists rust and corrosion, so it stays clean to handle and does not drag lubricant residue through the raceway. That also makes it easier to grip when you are pulling by hand.
10) Is this fish tape suitable for low-voltage and data cabling, not just power wiring?
Yes. It is used for telecommunications wiring, network cabling, and data center installs as well as commercial, industrial, and residential power work. The 12-inch etched markings help when you are cutting station cable to length, and the formed hook takes a taped pull head fine.
How fast can I get the Ideal Industries 31-059 delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Ideal Industries 31-059 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Ideal Industries 31-059 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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