Which workshop tools and safety gear should you buy?
Six workshop basics with the ranges, accuracy and certifications each brand lists. Use them as the maker instructs, especially for electrical work.
By Siddhi Panchal · Updated October 23, 2026
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Quick picks
| Best for | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Measuring | Themisto TH-M61 Digital Vernier Caliper | 0–150 mm stainless digital caliper with mm/inch switching |
| Electrical | Themisto TH-M98 Digital Multimeter | 2000-count multimeter with backlight, data hold and a kickstand |
| Temperature | Infrared Thermometer Gun (-50 to 400 °C) | Non-contact IR thermometer with a 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio |
| Wiring | Taparia AWS 8 Automatic Wire Stripper | Spring-loaded automatic wire stripper that also crimps terminals |
| Eye safety | Karam ES005 Safety Goggles | Wrap-around safety goggles with smoked lenses and 99.9% UV protection |
| Respiratory | 3M Aura 1870+ N95 Respirator (10 pack) | Flat-fold N95 respirators with a headband and adjustable nose clip, 10 per pack |
Best for measuring
Themisto TH-M61 Digital Vernier Caliper
0–150 mm stainless digital caliper with mm/inch switching.
Catch: 6-month warranty.
| Range | 0–150 mm |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | ±0.02 mm |
| Modes | Inside, outside, depth, step |
| Battery | LR44 (included) |
Source: THEMISTO's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for electrical
Themisto TH-M98 Digital Multimeter
2000-count multimeter with backlight, data hold and a kickstand.
Catch: Basic 2000-count display.
| Measures | AC/DC voltage, DC current, resistance, diode |
|---|---|
| Max voltage | 600 V |
| Display | 2000 counts, backlit |
| Warranty | 6 months |
Source: THEMISTO's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for temperature
Infrared Thermometer Gun (-50 to 400 °C)
Non-contact IR thermometer with a 12:1 distance-to-spot ratio.
Catch: For objects only, not people or pets.
| Range | -50 to 400 °C |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | ±1.5% or ±1.5 °C |
| Distance:spot | 12:1 |
| Display | Backlit LCD |
Source: PWWDADA's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for wiring
Taparia AWS 8 Automatic Wire Stripper
Spring-loaded automatic wire stripper that also crimps terminals.
Catch: For low-voltage wiring work.
| Functions | Strip, cut, crimp |
|---|---|
| Stop | Adjustable wire stop |
| Weight | 315 g |
Source: Taparia's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for eye safety
Karam ES005 Safety Goggles
Wrap-around safety goggles with smoked lenses and 99.9% UV protection.
Catch: Smoked lens, so not for dim workshops.
| Lens | Smoked polycarbonate, UV coated |
|---|---|
| Frame | Nylon, adjustable |
| Certified | EN 166, EN 167, EN 172 |
Source: Karam's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for respiratory
3M Aura 1870+ N95 Respirator (10 pack)
Flat-fold N95 respirators with a headband and adjustable nose clip, 10 per pack.
Catch: Disposable; replace as directed.
| Class | N95 |
|---|---|
| Pack | 10 |
| Fit | Headband, adjustable nose clip |
| Reuse | Disposable |
Source: 3M's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
How we picked
We picked one product per job from brands with an official store on Amazon.in, and checked that each was live and in stock on 23 Oct 2026. Specs come from the brand's own website where it publishes them; otherwise from the brand's official Amazon.in store listing, and each pick names its source. We show no price unless it comes live from Amazon.in with the time it was checked. None of these have been tested hands-on yet.
See all Industrial & ScientificFAQs
Can the IR thermometer check body temperature?
No. The seller says it is for objects only and not for people or animals.
How accurate is the Themisto caliper?
±0.02 mm over 0–150 mm, per the listing.
What do the Karam goggles protect against?
Karam lists 99.9% UV protection and EN 166 certification for dust and flying particles.
Have you tested these hands-on?
Not yet. This guide is research-based, from each brand's published specs. We will say so clearly when one has been tested.