Power Tools BUYING GUIDE

Power tools are favourites of do-it-yourself (DIY) enthusiasts and often find presence even in the simple tool room apart from the manufacturing and industrial establishments. Such tools are more handy than others owing to their ease of use and enhanced features. These days, there’s a power tool for even the smallest of jobs you can think of! Bench grinder, combination wrench / spanner set, mini lathe, saw, tool set are some of the power tools you can shop from Dealsdirect. You can select from a variety of tools based on the type of application.

Power tools are durable, handy, simple in structure and are incredibly useful at home or workshop. They are ideal for jobs that require high precision and accuracy.

What are the types of Power Tools I can choose from?

Power tools are available in a wide range and you can select your tool based on the type with desired features, place of usage, size and cost.

1. Bench Grinder – Also known as pedestal grinder, bench grinders are machines that possesses rotating abrasive wheel(s). Depending on the grade of the grinding wheel, they are used to sharpen cutting tools like drill bits or lathe tools. Bench grinders are also used for roughly shaping metal prior to welding or fitting. Work-pieces can be cleaned or polished using this power tool. All you have to do is just mount a wire brush or buffing wheel on the device instead of a grinding wheel!
   
   Grinding wheels are generally designed to have a 1" hole. They are used on a ½" shaft and are usually fitted using concentric plastic spacer rings. Bench Grinder - BellCarroll 125mm a compact, powerful bench grinder housed with a 120 watt motor and adjustable eye guard/spark arresters, is a good choice for use at home.
   
   Tips for you to keep in mind while working with a bench grinder
   • Read, understand and follow the manufacturer's instructions before you begin using the grinder.
   
   
   • Grinding wheels can break apart while turning at high speeds. Dust from grinding tool bits are dangerous if inhaled. So, it is advisable to use appropriate eye, breathing and clothing protection for your safety.
   
   
   • You can wear goggles to protect your eyes from sparks flying off.
   
   
   • An emergency stop switch or pedal should be fitted close to the bench grinder.
   
   


2. Wrench / spanner – A wrench or spanner is a tool used to apply torque for turning nuts, bolts or other hard-to-turn objects. Spanners are wrenches with a series of pins or tabs around the circumference. The pins or tabs are designed to fit into the holes or notches that are cut into the object to be turned. Open-ended spanner or wrench and box-end wrench or ring spanner are the most common types.
   
   
   • Open-end wrench or open-ended spanner – Such a type is referred to as single-piece wrench with a U-shaped opening that grips two opposite faces of the bolt or nut. This wrench usually has two ends, with a different sized opening at each end.
   
   
   • Box-end wrench or box spanner, or ring spanner – Such a type is double-ended and has an enclosed opening that grips the faces of the bolt or nut. The recess is often a six-point or twelve-point opening. The six-point is used for nuts or bolt heads with a hexagonal shape. The twelve-point one is not as durable as the six-point one, but can be used for either square or hexagonal shaped nuts.
   
   
   • Combination wrench or combination spanner – a double-ended tool with one end being like an open-end wrench or open-ended spanner, and the other end being like a box-end wrench or ring spanner. Both ends generally fit the same size bolt. Combination Wrench / Spanner Set - 14 Piece (6-24mm) Chrome Vanadium is drop forged heat-treated, durable and is ideal for use by DIY enthusiasts on cars, at home, garage or even at workshops. This set caters to different nuts and bolt sizes.
   
   
   • Adjustable end wrench or adjustable spanner – Also known as shifting spanner, adjustable end wrench or adjustable spanner is an open-ended wrench with adjustable, smooth jaws.
   
   


3. Lathe – This tool is often used for machining workpieces. In addition to the metal ones, lathes are also available for working on wood and glass. Each of these types is commonly used by crafters and do-it-yourselfers in order to customise and complete jobs. By turning the workpiece and using special cutting tools, the lathe is capable of forming the metal into desired shapes. Metal Lathe - 250W Mini Lathe BellCarroll is a rigid machine tool designed to remove material from a metal workpiece through the action of a cutting tool.
   
   
   • A wood lathe is used to smooth and shape wooden workpieces. The lathe includes a holder called the ‘centre’ for holding piece of wood. This centre holds the wood in place while it is being machined. Some wood lathes are capable of holding the blade in place, thereby enabling you to keep your hands free while working. A wood lathe can be fitted with a variety of blades. The blades can be of different widths, angles, and shapes. The type of blade used with the wood lathe determines the way it will cut the wood. With a wood lathe at home you can duplicate parts to repair chairs, dig into a burl to make a bowl or make your own custom candlesticks. Wood Lathe - Bell Carroll, with a long, slender spindle neck for easy working in difficult-to-reach places, is durable and meets Australian standards.
   
   


4. Saw – This type of tool is used for cutting wood or other materials. Saws generally have a serrated blade and are worked by hand or powered by steam, water, electric or other sources. Each tooth of a saw is bent to specific angle called set. Cut Off Saw Machine 355mm 14'', featuring a safety trigger to stop any accidental cutting action, is a fantastic cut saw machine. The saw’s easy pull down action enables clean and uniform cutting of metal pieces, making it a good choice for your garage! Mitre saw, band saw, scroll saw and cut off saw are few of types available in Dealsdirect.
   
   
   • Mitre saw – This type of saw refers either to a large unpowered backsaw or metal frame saw with replaceable blades suspended on rollers in a metal guide. Mitre saws are often used in adding frames to pictures but have largely been displaced by other power tools used in carpentry and joinery operations. You can choose Mitre Saw - 1200W Precision 210mm, which is handy and features a laser line generator for ease of use set up, accuracy of cutting and increased safety of operation, and dual ball race sliding system for an accurate, smooth sliding action. Compound Mitre Saw with In-Built Laser Light offers reliability, good performance, quality construction, and is a good choice for indicating the exact line of cut with micro-fine adjustments.
   
   
   • Band saw – Such type of tool can be used for woodworking, metalworking, and a variety of other materials. The blade of band saw is designed like a narrow band of toothed metal. This band rides on two wheels in the same vertical plane with a space between them. Band saws are mostly used for cutting irregular shapes. Band Saw Bell Carroll is a great choice for all wood cutting requirements at home or in workshop.
   
   
   • Scroll saw – This is a small electric or pedal operated saw that is used for cutting intricate curves. Scroll saws are used especially in places where a jigsaw or coping saw cannot be used. These are similar to band saws but have saw blades as a continuous loop. Scroll Saw Bell Carroll delivers precise cutting compete with a safety guard, dust removing blower system and enables you to cut with ease and like a professional!
   
   


5. Tool Set – A tool set or kit is one in which all tools are packed in one. Cordless tools are convenient for working in areas where extension cords are difficult to use. They can also be used for performing difficult tasks but the extra power needed for such applications drain batteries quickly. A tool set is a good choice if price and space are a constraint. Cordless Heavy Tool Set 18v + 2 Battery Packs - BellCarroll is an amazing tool set that could help you in fixing your room up or to build yourself a piece of furniture! This tool set is definitely what you need to make carpentry work easier and simpler. Gift a tool set to your friend and he is going to love it forever!

Some tips for purchasing the right power tool for your needs

• Weight – Check the weight of the tool before making a purchase. The tool you choose should be lightweight for it to be carried around conveniently.


• Tool material – Material of the tool should be considered for durability.


• Tool handle – Check the size of the handle, to make sure that the handle of the tool you have selected fits comfortably in your hand.

We hope the above information makes your shopping for Power Tools on Dealsdirect, simple and interesting!