Operating Rods & Poles (Hot Sticks)
Large-size, extendable and durable insulated poles for reaching up to higher electrical applications safely and without ladders. Come with a wide variety of end fittings for attachment for individual accessories to further expand capabilities.
Find out more about Operating Rods & Poles (Hot Sticks) below.
- Four lengths & working voltages
- Rescue poles
- M-10 metric head
- 66, 90 or 132
- Maneuvering poles
- Ø32mm fibreglass tube
- 1.6m, 2.1m, or 3.1m
- Manoeuvring poles
- 45kV, 66kV, or 132kV
- 2m, 2.5m or 3m
- Connectable poles
- Choice of head
- 2m, 2.5m or 3m
- Connectable poles
- Choice of head
- 45kV, 66kV or 132kV
- Telescopic poles
- Choice of head
- 3m, 4m, 5m, or 6m
- Connectable poles
- Choice of head
- One section
- Multiuse poles
- B (Bayonet), H (Hexagonal) or U (Universal) head
- 3m, 4m, 5m, or 6m
- Connectable poles
- Choice of head
- Two or three sections
- Multiuse poles
- B (Bayonet), H (Hexagonal) or U (Universal) head
- Available in 2, 3, 4 & 6ft
- The insulated pole protects the user from electric shock
- Compatible with the HD Electric PRX-69D Proximity Voltage Detector
- 1.07 or 1.72 lengths
- 40mm diameter
- 24 kV or 36 kV
- Pole downside potential
- Total length: 3 meters
- Working voltage: 132 kV
- Connects to CATU basic insulated poles (sold separately)
- Available in four sizes
- Also requires a terminal pole (sold separately)
- Clips into CATU intermediate or primary element insulated poles
- Create your own customisable insulated system
- Choice of end fittings
- Extendable up to 2m
- Fully insulated with IEC 61235 rating
- Suitable for use on systems up to 90kV
- Two or three sections
- Multiuse poles
- B (Bayonet) or U (Universal) head
- Available in four sizes
- Fully insulated
- Connects to intermediate or terminal poles to form larger instruments
- Measures up to 3m
- Use individually or clip together to make a longer system
- Heavy duty poles
- 380kV or 420kV
- Telescopic poles
- Reinforced fibreglass tube
- Available in seven models that differ in regards to their lengths
- Suitable for use with HD Electric’s voltmeters
- Extendable and retractable
- Works with CATU telescopic poles
- 1m in length
- Insulated
- Ending pole for intermediate/primary pole systems
- Choice of end fittings
- Fully insulated
- 3m, 4m or 6m
- Protect against falls
- Fall arrest device
About Operating Rods & Poles (Hot Sticks)
Operating rods are one of the most-used tools in a line technician's toolbox. They perform an important role in keeping them safe.
Long enough to maintain a safe distance from energised equipment while they work. They are generally made of fiberglass to prevent electricity from being conducted. Maintaining 6-10 feet out from energised equipment also averts the dangerous arc zone.
There are several kinds of hot sticks. Determining which one to use depends on the job at hand. Each stick has different hardware on the end to assist in the job. Some have a hook while others open with a lever low on the handle.