Tool Review: Dremel EZ-Change Sanding Mandrel
Dremel’s new rotary tool EZ-change sanding mandrel makes quick work of changing sanding sleeves.
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Tool Review: Kobalt 18-in-1 Precision Screwdriver Set
This compact 18-in-1 precision screwdriver set is low-priced but well suited for on-the-go mini fastener-driving needs.
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Tool Review: DT-2234C+ Digital Laser Tachometer
In recent years my prejudice against Chinese tools has been proven wrong over and over again, and the DT-2234C+ is no exception. Frankly, this is a fantastic little tool, at a fantastic price, that gets the job done without breaking the bank. Is it cheap? Sure it is, in both common senses of the word. But is it worth every penny of its rock-bottom price? Again: Yes. Many times over.
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Toolsday HOA on Google+, 2pm PT/5pm ET
Join us at 2pm PST/5pm EST today to talk about your favorite tools and workspaces. If you’d like to join the live broadcast hangout, leave a comment on the Toolsday post on the +MAKE page. We will send the invite out to you after that. Today we’ll be talking about tools in general, what’s currently […]
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Toolsday HOA on Google+, 2pm PT/5pm ET
Join us at 2pm PST/5pm EST to talk about your favorite tools and workspaces. Today we’ll be talking about shop organizing technology: toolboxes, organizing bins, etc.
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Tool Review: Festool Sortainer
When I built my first circuit, all of my tools and supplies fit inside a small shoebox. When I built my first robot, all was contained in a small under-the-bed clothing tote. Now, more than 12 years and many projects, tools, and parts later, my storage needs have become so much more complex.
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Tool Review: VamPLIERS Screw Extraction Tool
Vampire Tool’s patented VamPLIERS are advertised as a multipurpose screw remover, and they’re very good at it. The jaws have rounded recesses with vertical serrations, as well as the standard horizontal ones, making it much easier to grip and turn screw heads. They look great and are super handy to have around for stripped or security-head screws.
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