Tools / Fixings / Workshop Consumables

These are easy to use, reusable, and gentle on the cables being tied up. We like these cable ties. 

We don't usually recommend cable ties for securing cables, but if you are using conduit, or you add some protection between the cable tie and the cable then these are ideal. They measure 250mm length by 4.6mm width.

We don't usually recommend cable ties for securing cables, but if you are using conduit, or you add some protection between the cable tie and the cable then these are ideal. 

This is a bundle that contains 10 each of the black 19mm x 19mm adhesive cable tie base and 250mm length cable ties.  They fit well together.

We don't usually recommend cable ties for securing cables, but if you are using conduit, or you add some protection between the cable tie and the cable then these are ideal. This is the black version, we also stock white. We sell these in multiples of 10 pieces. 

We don't usually recommend cable ties for securing cables, but if you are using conduit, or you add some protection between the cable tie and the cable then these are ideal. 

This is a bundle that contains 10 each of the white 19mm x 19mm adhesive cable tie base and 250mm length cable ties.  They fit well together.

We don't usually recommend cable ties for securing cables, but if you are using conduit, or you add some protection between the cable tie and the cable then these are ideal. This is the white version, we also stock black. We sell these in multiples of 10 pieces. If you are looking for cable ties to fit, please see item code ACC1332.

We prefer adhesive lined heat shrink versus non adhesive lined. The added advantages are that the connection is moistureproof and the heatshrink will never move position to expose the wires underneath.

This is a nice simple heat gun, supplied with 5 directional hot air flow nozzles. Our customers use this when heat shrinking the connections - either some tube heat shrink over a solder joint, or one of the new solder seal wire connectors.

We prefer adhesive lined heat shrink versus non adhesive lined. The added advantages are that the connection is moistureproof and the heatshrink will never move position to expose the wires underneath.

This is an ideal automatic wires stripper tool for stripping back most cables encountered during an installation.  It makes stripping wires quicker and easier.

This is an ideal automatic wires stripper tool for stripping back most cables encountered during an installation.  It makes stripping wires quicker and easier.

A sealant gun is very handy to have so that you can seal the cable entry point for the reversing camera wire. Modern sealant/adhesives that coachbuilders use, like Sikaflex 522 will even allow you to bond the camera bracket up with no screws (you will need to remove the camera from the bracket until it sets).  They come in a tube that require one of these tools in order to squeeze the sealant out. This is a no frills entry level model.

This is a low cost option for people needing a soldering iron for making connections to vehicle electrics. Soldering is always our preferred option for long lasting, reliable connections, especially when combined with our adhesive lined heat shrink to protect the joint (although you can use our insulation tape for joints made in dry areas).

We aren't keen on crimps ourselves, but we understand the benefits of working with them on occasion.  This is a simple splice crimp connector - red size.

We used to sell cheaper multimeters a while back that were supplied by an alternative producer, but they used to fail, so we stopped selling.  We use multimeters on a regular basis, so we need reliability.  We switched to using Tenma for ourselves and haven't had one fail yet.  We have now decided to start selling multimeters again that are supplied by the same company we use for ourselves. This is their auto ranging model. 

Our favourite method of connecting any wires up when installing a reversing camera system is the trusty old solder. This is a convenient tube of 1.2mm lead free soldering wire with a melt point of 228C.  Total length is 180CM.  

We aren't massive fans of crimps here at Reversing Cameras UK. We have seen many bad crimp jobs in our time with people sending their working (once the crimp has been cut off) parts back. If you are going to crimp, then a ratchet crimp is one of the best ways to do so. They will easily apply enough force to the crimp to make a good contact compared to the basic ones found on some wire strippers.

Our preferred method of installation is soldering, but for an easy install with fewer tools we do see the appeal of crimp connectors. This fork crimp terminal is commonly used to earth/ground a wire to chassis and will fit to M5 (5mm) sized bolts/screws.

This adhesive is one of the most preferred by caravan and motorhome coachbuilders, as well as fitters. Can be used to bond your reversing camera bracket up (if you remove the camera from the bracket first). This can also be used to seal the cable entry point. Previously known as Sikaflex 521.

The Wago inline splice connector is ideal for easily connecting up power wires in dry areas. I have used Wago in my personal life, and I hear from many people how much they enjoy using the brand. These are quicker and more reliable than the old screw connector blocks.  

The 221 series is the more modern version compared to the 222 series that I fell in love with.  These new connectors are much more compact, and have an even easier lever lock to operate, as well as being transparent and able to see that you have a good connection.  The only down side is that they do cost more than the old school connection methods.  Although the reduction in stress and tools required is probably worth it for a lot of people.

The Wago inline splice connector is ideal for easily connecting up power wires in dry areas. I have used Wago in my personal life, and I hear from many people how much they enjoy using the brand. These are quicker and more reliable than the old screw connector blocks.  

The 221 series is the more modern version compared to the 222 series that I fell in love with.  These new connectors are much more compact, and have an even easier lever lock to operate, as well as being transparent and able to see that you have a good connection.  The only down side is that they do cost more than the old school connection methods.  Although the reduction in stress and tools required is probably worth it for a lot of people.

The Wago inline splice connector is ideal for easily connecting up power wires in dry areas. I have used Wago in my personal life, and I hear from many people how much they enjoy using the brand. These are quicker and more reliable than the old screw connector blocks.  

The 221 series is the more modern version compared to the 222 series that I fell in love with.  These new connectors are much more compact, and have an even easier lever lock to operate, as well as being transparent and able to see that you have a good connection.  The only down side is that they do cost more than the old school connection methods.  Although the reduction in stress and tools required is probably worth it for a lot of people.

Ideal for external connections thanks to its inner coating of meltable polyamide adhesive. Using a heat gun will ensure that your connection is secure and water tight. 

This is a new type of connection that a few of our customers recommended to us, so we decided to stock. We still prefer to use solder on our own connections, but we have had a play with these and have managed to make some very strong, secure connections. These connectors have a ring of solder inside, which melts when a heat gun is used to heat.  The heat shrink also shrinks to secure the joint, as well as internal hot melt adhesive to provide a water resistant seal.