Name: Carters Shocksafe Insulated 16" Newcastle Drainer Treaded Shovel BS8020
Brand: Richard Carter Tools
SKU: 24721
Price: 55.57 GBP
Availability: InStock

Carters Shocksafe Insulated 16" Newcastle Drainer Treaded Shovel BS8020

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Top features

Curved Narrow Blade
Extra Wide Handle
BS8020:2011 Compliant

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Description

Carters Shocksafe Insulated 16" Newcastle Drainer Treaded Shovel BS8020

This Shocksafe multi-purpose shovel from the Carters range of tools goes by several names, from a Newcastle Drainer to a “grafter.” It features a tapered, narrow, curved blade that lends itself to various applications, including digging deep, narrow trenches for drainage, cables, pipes and other utilities and digging holes for fence posts.

Like all Shocksafe Shovels, this Newcastle Drainer shovel is BS8020 compliant, featuring a shaft with an extremely strong fibreglass core sleeved in a hard-wearing blended polypropylene. This makes the spade suitable for working around live cables carrying up to 10,000V; it is important to remember that some live cables can be buried without proper marking, so you may not always be aware that you are working in an area with live buried wires.

The blade of this shovel is 16” long, tapering down to a 100mm leading edge, and is made from a single piece of forged steel with integrated treads. As such, it is extremely strong and lightweight, making it a pleasure to work with. The forward-facing treads spread the load on your foot, making the shovel more comfortable to apply force to and offer improved precision whilst working.

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£55.57inc. VAT

Key features

Curved Narrow Blade

The long, curved, narrow blade of this spade makes it perfect for digging narrow deep channels or installing fence posts. It is perfect for those jobs where a traditional shovel would be too big.

Extra Wide Handle

Suitable for use with gloves on during winter months and comfortable for those with larger hands.

BS8020:2011 Compliant

BS8020:2011 Compliant - Suitable for live working and use around like cables, it will keep you protected from buried cables carrying up to 10,000V.

Forward-Facing Treads

Forged forward-facing treads reinforce the blade without adding extra weight. They provide more surface area for feet, offering greater stability whilst working.

240N Handle Torsion Test

Ensures the handle will not twist and fail when loads up to 240N are applied.

10,000V Electrical Test

The most important figure for this Shocksafe range is that tools are flash tested to 10,000 to ensure they will perform as required on site.

Individual Serial Number

This tool has an individual serial number showing that it has passed testing and conforms with BS8020 2011.

ABS Hand Guard Shell

A durable ABS shell offers protection for hands and offers excellent insulation against shocks.

Specialist Shaft Seal

The joint between the handle and the blade feature a specially developed seal to prevent moisture and water ingress that could impact conductivity.

Ultra Durable Blade

The blade has been forged and tested to withstand loads up to 95kgs, exceeding the requirements of BS3388.

Handle Bend Test

A solid fibreglass core encapsulated in a blended polypropylene outer shell make this handle able to withstand 750n in a bend test whilst also having great insulative properties.

Lightweight Design

Weights only 2.8kg, making it easy to work with all day with the spade head and handle, both saving weight and not adding to your working load.

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