ABOUT US

     

Meet IDEAL Electrical™

 

IDEAL Electrical is a global leader in manufacturing of electrical tools and supplies. From cut to test, apprentice to master — we equip electricians and contractors to safely power our world.

 

A proud brand of IDEAL Industries, Inc., we’ve spent more than a century championing the electrical trade. Our quality products include industry-leading wire connectors, electrical installation tools and supplies, test and measurement equipment, and more. We are the leading experts in electrical and data product design and manufacturing.

Our Global Presence



Founded in 1916, IDEAL Electrical has crafted innovative products that power electrical professionals for over a century. Our European headquarters in Warrington, UK, has served as the cornerstone of our international growth since 1992 and supports our distributors and customers across Europe with dedicated sales support. Today, our global footprint spans multiple continents with manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada, and Austria plus distribution centres in three US states and the United Kingdom. We’re proud to support a diverse workforce of over 400 employees across the globe. From Europe to Asia and beyond, our dedicated teams work closely with customers to deliver quality products and the highest level of support. For more information on our European operations, contact us.


Products that Power the World


More than 2,200 tools and supplies make up the IDEAL Electrical family of products. For over 100 years, our products have helped professionals tackle the most demanding electrical tasks with precision and confidence. We ensure everything in our catalog is built to withstand tough electrical jobs and maintain the highest performance over time. From wire connectors to test and measurement equipment, we deliver the best in electrical technology.

Wire Connectors

We build around 1 billion wire connectors each year. Aligned end-to end, these could wrap around the moon twice.

EXPLORE COMFORTABLE CONNECTORS

Wire-Pulling Lubricants

We make 1.14 million litres of lubricants per year, enough to fill 55 lorries.

MAKE SMOOTH MOVES

 

 

 

 

Meet Our Latest Innovations


Our engineering team continues to push innovation forward with new solutions to make your work simpler, faster, and easier.

EXPLORE ALL PRODUCTS

SureTrace™ Pro

Experience a total troubleshooting solution with exact voltage measurements, continuity testing, and outlet wiring verification.

IDEAL® Lever Connectors

Install with confidence using lever connectors that securely join solid, stranded, and flexible cables.

FT-45® Crimp Tool

Cleanly cut your conductors and crimp the feed-thru RJ45 modular plug in one easy step.

 

 

In the News

See how we’re making a difference for electricians across Europe with industry-leading products. We’re always inspired by our founder J. Walter Becker’s long-standing company mission to create “IDEAL” relationships with the electrical trade community.

FT-45® Crimp Tool Used for Security Upgrade for UK Hospitals

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IDEAL Wins Product of the Year for Twin & Earth Kit

SEE THE AWARD-WINNER