Thinking of buying a power tool as a gift? Or maybe you want to make light work of DIY? This ebook is an absolute beginner’s guide, covering practically every type of tool used for home maintenance, construction, woodwork, metal fabrication or crafts. It gives a basic explanation of what each tool is for, its capabilities, and tips on what to buy.
- Corded Power Drill
- Cordless Drill
- Jigsaw
- Circular Saw
- Reciprocating Saw
- Miter Saw
- Sander
- Angle/Hand Grinder
- Metal Cutoff Saw
- SDS Percussion Drill
- Rotary Tool (Dremel)
- Oscillating Multi-Tool
What to Look for in a Tool
| Tool | Recommended Basic Specs |
|---|---|
| Cordless drill | Combi with hammer action, 18 volt, 10 mm chuck |
| Corded drill | 650 watt, keyed 13 mm chuck |
| Jigsaw | 600 watt, variable speed on trigger |
| Belt sander | 600 watt, 75 mm wide belt |
| Angle grinder | 650 watt, variable speed if possible |
| Miter saw | 254 mm blade, sliding compound |
| Circular saw | 1300 watt |
| Reciprocating saw | 800 watt, variable speed |
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