Milwaukee M18 Angler Powered Fish Tape 48-44-5195 Review

[@theskiviking9007]

I'm so excited for you to hit 100k subscribers! Your content is top notch due to coverage, attitude, expertise, and flow.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks so much! It will be a great achievement to reach 100K again thanks to you and other wonderful viewers!

[@JohnDoe-qq8et]

Never work harder than your tools. Im getting it. Thanks for the review! 😁

[@SparkyChannel]

No problem, thanks!

[@jeffostroff]

Another great video Bill! we could have used this last month when we had to pull 2 new circuits from a kitchen light switch up to the ceiling light.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Jeff! I hope you've been well! Things are going great here.

[@MrTooTechnical]

we finally got to see you say "i hope this video was helpful" live in the vid. for the first time ever.

[@SparkyChannel]

I think you're right! LOL! Hi Dave!

[@EmoDKTsuchiya]

Wow I'm not sure how I feel about this. Nothing quite like that feeling rolling up 250ft of fish tape has on your forearms 😂

[@SparkyChannel]

It's good for ya! 😂

[@jordancoleman1608]

Bill from Sparky Channel is easily my favorite of all of Fred Willard’s many wacky characters.

[@SparkyChannel]

LOL! Have a great day!

[@jordancoleman1608]

Thanks, @@SparkyChannel! Loving the content and learning a lot!

[@Jeff-Lawrence]

Hi Bill from Sparky Channel Didn’t know I needed that tool until now. I don’t pull much cable very often but now I have an excuse to rewire the house😱 Thank for emptying my wallet🤑 lol Very entertaining video as usual Thank you

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Jeff! Yes, this one is unique. :)

[@annquach6613]

I see one use. Short underground pvc runs where the vacuum runs out of battery, or if you don’t want to lug the generator around. Now if they came out a remote for this unit and some sort of mounting hardware...means pulling wire solo.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Ann!

[@kenbrown2808]

do they make one with a wireless remote so you can feed while it pulls?

[@SparkyChannel]

LOL!

[@andrewpiva3515]

That is a really good idea!!

[@jrock865]

lmao sit down drinking a drink watching your phone with the foot on the pedal while it self feeds.

[@dosepulveda1]

Nice products. Christmas wish list is growing

[@SparkyChannel]

Sounds good!

[@drloomis7260]

I wish I had this 20 years ago

[@kenbrown2808]

poly also doesn't rust as fast, but poly doesn't really push long distances and it can spiral in large conduit. stainless with a flex leader is my go-to.

[@SparkyChannel]

This poly line was all the rage at NECA 2019. All the brands will be going to it. One excellent thing is how small and round they can make the head. Stainless sounds good too.

[@kenbrown2808]

@@SparkyChannel stainless is still the flat cross section like the plain steel, but it has less friction because it doesn't rust as fast.

[@stickbrick8219]

Did I miss the calming scenery shot of somewhere in San Diego with tranquil music? That’s like dinner without dessert!

[@SparkyChannel]

I'll be sure to include one next video. Thanks for noticing! Some of the clips are from the big island of Hawaii and Orlando Florida. You're correct, most of them are from around San Diego. It's my way of thanking viewers for watching.

[@stickbrick8219]

@@SparkyChannel keep them coming Bill, enjoy the videos

[@edwardgarcia151]

That’s cool and all but will it work on 150 ft run with 7 90s

[@SparkyChannel]

No.

[@josephgonzalez3895]

If you’re running 7 90s you need to be fired

[@lilcourtny08]

Shouldn't be seven 90s in any run of conduit. 360 degrees max total of bends in a conduit run.

[@isaiabrito2388]

I like that tool, how I get it, and the price.

[@Camelotsmoon]

Hmm, I see you can get the polyester all the way through, but if you had say 3 12 AWGs, would those be able to make 330 degrees worth of bends? Since the steel tape can't do it, it might be hard to get the wire all the way through right? The tool is cool though. Probably way overkill for most situations, but for larger companies it may come in handy.

[@SparkyChannel]

I'm trying to get a poly drum so I can try it out. I think it can do it with the poly drum. Also, I think your assessment is correct.

[@BackyardGrower350]

Expected it to be more powerful

[@Reedith]

Can you run in in manual mode ? Sometimes you got to get your hands in the line and gently pull or push to feel if it's catching or breaking something in the line !?

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes you can.

[@kenbrown2808]

spool out some extra, and it's all manual.

[@ThatOneGuy-jd3jn]

you're the best Sparky

[@SparkyChannel]

You too Brandon! And thanks!

[@chuckfarley567]

It's kewl and all....100' poly does just fine.....IMHO

[@SparkyChannel]

I love the poly line!

[@goalie2998]

This seems like an expensive solution to a problem that doesn't exist. I'm a huge Milwaukee fan just couldn't see justification for this power fish tape.

[@SparkyChannel]

I understand. Thanks for writing!

[@jrock865]

problem that doesnt exist?....jesus you ever pull wire with a 200ft fishtape with a coworker that slings that crap all on the floor and gets it tangled everywhere, this right here feeds it and pulls it saving shoulders i'll take 2!

[@allanyang21]

if its 200ft run, you do the vacuum trick and get a twine in it. That method is cheaper than a power fish tape. Real electricians won't use it. It's for those low voltage wannabe sparky that can't push a fish tape for their lives

[@jrock865]

@@allanyang21 not in a 3/4 emt run...

[@chrisdhm]

@@allanyang21 bullshit here in Germany we use it every day on the site

[@liamwelsh5565]

Lol we don't even get a case for a fish tape where I work. We just buy the replacement tapes and uncoil and coil them up ourselves. This would be nice but there's no way my boss is gonna pay $500 for one.

[@anthonylewandowski6410]

Yeah, I looked up prices because I want it. But the for the price, hard pass.

[@zx14jeff]

Can you do a test using pvc conduit

[@ChrisvonChamier]

Lol. My boss just got one for each van. Must be tax season!

[@abc-bu7nr]

I'll probably just wait till harbor freight knocks it off If I was doing it for a living though Id buy the Milwaukee

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks!

[@squidtower]

I have one of those. It's called and apprentice

[@denvier91]

Hahahahaahahhahha man I’m an apprentice and this is the truth specially because I lift weights

[@squidtower]

@@denvier91 Whats hilarious is my Boss bought me one of these and Ill admit its very handy when pulling solo

[@SaintGuardian]

Holy crap, if youre a broadband tech, you NEED this tool. you try shoving a fish tape in a 200+ foot conduit ONCE and you'll understand the value of this tool. especially if your hand slips and your thumb hits the edge of the conduit... you will never recover.

[@chuckfarley567]

Hummm.....

[@SparkyChannel]

Sounds good, thanks!

[@silverbullet6084]

Work smarter not harder!!

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes sir, good advice!

[@konamanstudio2447]

😆🍻🍺😊

[@warrengraham]

@sparkychannel hey BILL I HAVE A QUESTION FOR A NEW VIDEO. DO YOU NEED TO USE A ROTO-CUTTER ON BX OR MC cable?

[@SparkyChannel]

I recommend it but the main thing is to be sure to not nick the wire insulation at all.

[@warrengraham]

@@SparkyChannel agreed. But do you know of any code or manufacturers instructions for HOW to install BX/MC ? common sense is the rule of the day. But I'm looking for a bit more. I know it's a nit picking question, but you're my only hope Bill. !!!! Keep up the good work.

[@garydudgeon]

Very interesting Sparky.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Gary!

[@farmerdave7965]

Nice to know this tool exists but I'm not going to buy one. I'll keep my manual fish tapes.

[@SparkyChannel]

Sounds good Dave. Thanks!

[@180Floridalife]

Great review thanks for sharing 👍

[@fsevilla1]

i saw it struggling a couple of times i would like to see a real world test pulling wire. beforw i spend all that money in this tool

[@allanyang21]

the only reason someone will buy it is to save time from reeling 200ft back into the coil. if you're planning to use it under 100ft, then thats just laziness lol.

[@CorkKNIFE]

@@allanyang21 What if you have to do dozens of

[@JoeZasada]

@@allanyang21 Old timers had the same thing said to them when electric drills, skilsaws, and sawzalls hit the market. All you really need is a hand brace and a drill bit, why bother with the whole electric drill motor thing, that's just laziness ;-)

[@allanyang21]

@@JoeZasada I do sound pretty old school and you probably are right lol. I’ll wait for a m12 fish tape that’s 50-75ft and half the cost first.

[@joseluisorozcoovilla3047]

TE SALUDO DESDE CHIAPAS, MEXICO. MUY BUEN VIDEO. TRATARE DE CONSEGIR ESA HERRAMIENTA.

[@charlesviner1565]

Thanks for the video

[@SparkyChannel]

No problem, thanks Charles!

[@jonahkaiguam]

Wow awesome video sir....you definitely sold it to me

[@SparkyChannel]

Glad to hear it, thanks!

[@omar_senpai8705]

Could you teach us how to do a 100 amp service and a 200. In the future can you also teach us how to install a sub panel. Thanks Mr sparky

[@SparkyChannel]

I am planning upcoming videos along those lines.

[@allanyang21]

I don't suggest to do a service as a DIY project, but just remember to buy insurance in case you burn your house

[@randymathews3348]

I wanna see you hand pull THAT, Sparky 😂

[@SparkyChannel]

Another race might be called for! 😂

[@RaulReas-h2d]

Dónde lo puedo adquirir y cuánto me sale

[@robertpress9285]

no need anyway for 200 foot remember a box every 50 feet you will always have access to the snake

[@SparkyChannel]

I agree!

[@cricketyosh]

Underground?.....use your brain.

[@jacksoncampbell6711]

Yeah there are lot more uses for a fish tape than electrician work

[@Avaddon911]

Just make sure you buy a old fashioned 250' tape to hand your apprentices, then after they get done rolling it back up break this bad boy out 😂

[@drewbush6535]

I thought I've seen it all

[@SparkyChannel]

I know, right?

[@theoisaac9948]

👍💯 little heavy but sweet

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, it is heavy especially when you're used to a nice hand fish tape.

[@theoisaac9948]

@@SparkyChannel yeah something to get use to

[@wim0104]

isn't it more fun to use a vacuum, and a "mouse" on a string?

[@SparkyChannel]

Yeah, I know what you mean.

[@keithnavarro2930]

I'm old. Not for me, thank you.

[@SparkyChannel]

I understand. Have a great day Keith!

[@huya2773]

Ngon quá chú....👍👍

[@SparkyChannel]

👍👍

[@rickwashek478]

Looks like it's heavy and bulky to use

[@SparkyChannel]

It is quite heavy and it is bulky compared to a regular tape.

[@一志-t8y]

スチールの性能が判ったよ。

[@konamanstudio2447]

Can I use that for fishing haha haha 😆🍻🍺😊

[@SparkyChannel]

Probably could. LOL!

[@silverbullet6084]

That’s what it’s for!!!!!!

[@konamanstudio2447]

@@silverbullet6084 That's what calls fish tape Hahaha

[@KY4TRK]

Wast of money 💲 I think for a solo person might serve ok in some things. But really how many times will a contractor use something like that "X % of the time" and sit the rest of the time

[@SparkyChannel]

I hear you, thanks!

[@dirtyvinyl8817]

A broadband technician working an a underground residential area fishing flooded coax across streets? every day. a contract underground install company used by telecom companies to install underground conduit in residential homes that dont already have one? every job.

[@KY4TRK]

@@dirtyvinyl8817 Large company like #Comcast #Xfinty #PacBell possibly will use it more. I was speaking more so small contractor or small contractor company. Though for a small run I would use a lite weight hand held fish tape instead of pulling something heavy and bulky like that out

[@dirtyvinyl8817]

@@KY4TRK I understand, just don't forget the cable techs, they need tools like this and if Milwaukee cancels a product like this cause electricians dont like it, then that would suck. some of those guys would simply kill just to have a polyester fish tape cause those metal ones rust from going through wet muddy pipes.

[@nationalelectric6507]

9 out of 10 you will be feeding through the face of the box and not through. I guess the apprentices of today can not feed or pull in the Fishtape without needing physical therapy and paid leave.

[@Itzzzyaboi2345]

FACTS AND 399 or something for just tool without the drums is crazy I’ll keep using my hands too push my fish tape 😂😂

[@SparkyChannel]

Good point. Less friction if you run the tape straight through the box.

[@nationalelectric6507]

@Ryker they are beyond weak! Not a parent but have been a master for 30+ years so know most are also to lazy to study in addition. What group are you a part of?

[@randymathews3348]

You know how many older guys I know w wrecked knees, shoulders and backs? Work smarter not harder

[@SparkyChannel]

@@randymathews3348 Especially knees with electricians. I see young electricians abusing their knees while working. It makes me wince.

[@steyur4908]

Precio para Perú

[@TangyStalker117]

Y como se supone que alguien que ni tú idioma habla va a saber los precios para tu país.

[@robertpress9285]

200 foot poly does not exist pre paid for the set up spoke to mill tool direct not making it now or future sku # does not exist poly only 100 foot

[@SparkyChannel]

I didn't know that, thanks!

[@Flatearth69]

not for boomers

[@goalie2998]

I'm 40, and this is a hard pass.