Ideal 31-059 Fish Tape 50 Ft 1/4 X 0.060 Inch

Product Description

The IDEAL 31-059 is a 50-foot steel fish tape designed for pulling wire and cable through conduit, walls, and electrical raceways. Measuring 1/4 inch wide by 0.060 inch thick, the tape offers a balance of rigidity and flexibility that makes it well suited for navigating bends and offsets in conduit runs. At 4.75 pounds, the reel is substantial enough for continuous jobsite use without being cumbersome to carry between pulls. Electricians and low-voltage installers rely on this type of tool as a core part of wire-pulling operations in both new construction and retrofit work.

The 31-059 is intended for use in standard conduit installations including EMT, rigid, and intermediate metal conduit runs found in residential and light commercial electrical work. It is equally applicable to pulling feeder conductors, branch-circuit wiring, and communication cables through finished walls and ceilings where a fish tape is the practical access method. The 50-foot length covers the majority of common straight and single-bend conduit runs encountered in typical panel-to-outlet or panel-to-junction-box scenarios.

Key Features

• 50-foot tape length for extended conduit and wall runs
• 1/4 inch wide by 0.060 inch thick profile for rigidity with conduit-navigating flexibility
• Steel construction for durability under repeated pulling tension
• Compact reel housing at 4.75 pounds for field portability
• Suitable for EMT, rigid, and IMC conduit applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard steel fish tape for use in residential and light commercial conduit systems. No specific model or system compatibility data was provided in the available product information.

Installation Notes

Fish tape installation is typically performed by licensed electricians in accordance with NFPA 70 (NEC) requirements for the wiring method being served. De-energize all circuits in the work area before beginning any wire-pulling operation. Feed the tape slowly through conduit to avoid kinking, and never force the tape around tight bends that exceed the conduit bend radius. Retract the tape at a controlled speed to prevent whipping, which can cause injury or damage to the tape.

Technical Specifications

• Tape Length: 50 feet
• Tape Width: 1/4 inch
• Tape Thickness: 0.060 inch
• Weight: 4.75 pounds
• UPC: 78325031059

Standard Information

• Brand: IDEAL
• Manufacturer Part Number: 31-059