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I have a large but quite thin compartmentalized component storage case called a 'Big Jim' and my laptop in the middle compartment of my CK toolcase. You need to find one that's made from the 'tupperware' type plastic which is quite pliable, the harder ABS or PVC component boxes are brittle and don't last long.
 
Funny you should mention this as I was going to ask on the forum but I too use the magma bag as a service engineer its ideal and I am looking for a multi compartment box to go in the centre compartment to hold connectors, fuses, resistors etc.. What do you use or recommend?

Thanks

These boxes from Raaco are really good, but a very silly price. I bought a load some years ago when RS were selling some sort of special offer version in yellow (but still made by Raaco) for about £10. Very robust; body is polypropylene, and the clear lid is polycarbonate.


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Thanks for the reply, the raaco ones do look good, I used to have a fuse kit from rs in a green box looks similar, my last box I think was from local DIY store one big two small boxes but its about had it now falling apart
 
These boxes from Raaco are really good, but a very silly price. I bought a load some years ago when RS were selling some sort of special offer version in yellow (but still made by Raaco) for about £10. Very robust; body is polypropylene, and the clear lid is polycarbonate.


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Compartment Case Raaco | Rapid Online

Buy Compartment Boxes 55mm deep carry-lite case w/25 inserts Raaco 136297 online from RS for next day delivery.

Ive used several Raaco carry-lites for about 4 years, all the trays are customisable dependent on what's parts you carry etc. Best ones I've used and still in great condition after being used on site 5-6 days a week. Would definitely recommend!
 
Magma (red/black/grey) replaced the blue CK. But get the one with rubberised hard base and don't overfill it with stuff you never use & its pretty robust.

Not a bad price either but shop around!!
 
Well thanks for all the great advice, I've learned a lot about tool bags and cases and totes since starting this thread.

Given the options and the prices I'm probably going to go for the CK case again with the rubberised base which is the one I originally thought was no longer available but it appears that it's just changed colour and been renamed. With the CK Magme I can afford to buy 2 or 3 of them which will last me probably 8 or 9 years for the same price of one of the more expensive Veto bags. My old Navy Blue CK tool case has worked well for me so if the Magma is the same then I have no problem sticking with what I'm familiar with.
 
Well thanks for all the great advice, I've learned a lot about tool bags and cases and totes since starting this thread.

Given the options and the prices I'm probably going to go for the CK case again with the rubberised base which is the one I originally thought was no longer available but it appears that it's just changed colour and been renamed. With the CK Magme I can afford to buy 2 or 3 of them which will last me probably 8 or 9 years for the same price of one of the more expensive Veto bags. My old Navy Blue CK tool case has worked well for me so if the Magma is the same then I have no problem sticking with what I'm familiar with.

Commonsense wins, over those with more money than sense!! lol!!
 
Commonsense wins, over those with more money than sense!! lol!!
Yeah, coming from a country with toilet paper for currency definitely makes price an issue. I'm sure the Veto bag is great but I just couldn't justify the massive price difference.
 
I've been using the CK T1632 Toolcase for the last three years and it's finally broken a zip and the other zip is on its way out as well.

I see it's been discontinued so I'm on the hunt for the best replacement.

I like the format of my existing case with the handles and shoulder strap and opening sides. I like the rubberized waterproof base and I often need to walk long distances with it so a shoulder strap is a must.

I don't carry big stuff like extension cables and power tools, I just have the standard range of handtools along with 3 testers and a laptop and some other bits and pieces. The largest tools I carry are a pair of adjustable pump pliers and an adjustable spanner. That said it's pretty heavy when fully loaded.

Any suggestions what might be suitable please?

I would stick with CK we sell alot of the holdalls and they are top quality :)
 
A mate of mine bought one of those tote jobbies, it had a flap over the opening very nice too, think it was a Stanley one paid about £40 for it, very pleased he was too until he saw the same one for £22 in Homebase lol
 
Used to have the 20" Facom Tote bag, really smart and can fit a lot of tools in, upgraded to the larger version about a year ago as I found myself needing a space for a senior hacksaw, files, big tail cutters etc. Really easy to get tools in and out with the flap over cover
 
Used to have the 20" Facom Tote bag, really smart and can fit a lot of tools in, upgraded to the larger version about a year ago as I found myself needing a space for a senior hacksaw, files, big tail cutters etc. Really easy to get tools in and out with the flap over cover

I really like mine, its in the garage at the moment with some spare tools in it.

For a hold all you cant beat veto xxl but there pricy, still you can always find your tools straight away
 
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