Switch & Disconnect Sticks for Linemen

Tallman Equipment’s range of switch sticks and disconnect tools gives crews safe, sure‑handed control when opening or closing live circuits. 

If you’ve ever asked, what is a switch stick?— it’s a fiberglass, insulated pole that lets an operator stay at a safe distance while operating overhead switches or cut‑outs. Each model in our catalogue, from a compact switching stick for daily work to a heavy‑duty hookstick disconnect switch, meets or exceeds ASTM F711 and OSHA standards.

Professional‑Grade Design Features

  • Dielectric safety: Every switch stick is crafted from high‑grade fiberglass, keeping these electrical sticks lightweight yet fully insulated.

     

  • Positive‑lock or quick‑twist collars: Extend or retract a stick in seconds for faster “hot switch” operations and fuse pulls.
  • Universal and hook fittings: Tackle everything from routine switching to cut‑out replacements with one tool. For extra rigidity at full reach, consider the field‑proven Hastings triangular extendo switch stick.
  • High‑visibility finish: Bright yellow laminate helps these switches stick out in low‑light conditions and resists chipping or peeling.

Built for every task

Our range covers the daily challenges linemen face: 

Routine switching:

A compact stick such as the Chance Telescoping Disconnect Stick 7′ keeps you safely clear of energised equipment when opening or closing disconnects.

Fuse removal & cut‑out work

 An extendable switching stick lets you re‑seat cut‑out tubes from the ground.

Heavy‑duty isolations

Add the Hastings NEMA Disconnect Head to turn almost any pole into a robust hookstick disconnect switch ready for larger blades

Measurement & inspection

Graduated models double as measuring tools for quick clearance checks.

Shop All of our fiberglass tools

Why Choose Tallman Equipment?

  • Decades of lineman expertise: We understand the demands of field work and stock tools that stand up to daily use.

     

  • In‑stock solutions: Most orders ship quickly, minimising downtime.
  • Full service & support: From dielectric testing to replacement parts, we keep your switch sticks job‑ready.

     

Questions or need a custom recommendation? Contact Us and our product specialists will match you with the perfect switch stick for your application.

Equip your crew with safe, dependable switch sticks and disconnect tools only at Tallman Equipment.