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BENEFITS OF THE STINGER® TOOL

IMPROVE SWITCHING PRODUCTIVITY
Eliminate extended or unexpected outages and lost time
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REDUCE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
50% less force required to open a switch
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IMPROVED SWITCHING ERGONOMICS
Reduce peak muscle exertion by 50% 
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PREVENT ACCIDENTS
Dielectric plastic housing with no exposed conductive parts
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STINGER® IMPROVES DISCONNECT SWITCH OPERATIONS

  • The Stinger® System makes opening and closing disconnect switches easier on the switch and the operator. Same day switching and fewer broken switches increases productivity.

  • The Stinger® System uses safe, nonflammable 1FR™ Penetrating Fluid to dissolve corrosion and soften hardened lubricants. This reduces the force needed to open the switch.

  • 1FR™ Penetrating Fluid is applied using the Stinger® tool.  A simple remote button initiates the stream of penetrant.

  • Application accuracy is ensured by a GoPro® camera mounted on the Stinger®, which is viewed by the operator via a hand-held video screen.

"We have been putting it to use in a preventative maintenance role, for hotspot mitigation on disconnects & switches in the substations, and in that regard the Stinger has exceeded my expectations."

-Maryland

          5 of 5 stars

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"This is the first time for myself seeing the Stinger in action today. I was very impressed with tool."

We had a disconnect that was very hard to operate and probably would have led to a corrective Maintenance work order, and the Stinger tool and included ...

- Maryland

          5 of 5 stars

Verified Purchase

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Recent Reviews

          5 of 5 stars
The STINGER® Work Methods & Practices, Substations, Pacific Gas & Electric
by Jim P.

Have used the Stinger on many switching operations. It makes switching easier for the guys and has reduced lost time due to unexpected delays.

          5 of 5 stars
The STINGER® Manager of Electric Support Services, Fayetteville Public Works Commission, Fayetteville, NC
by Joel V.

Lubricating hook switches in a 25kV yard, the Camera makes it easy to hit your target