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Construction Tools

This category includes the humble hammer and pliers as well as the more modern equivalents such as nail guns, power saws, and precision laser levels. Tools that a professional construction worker as well as the weekend handy man has are discussed in this category.

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What does double bevel mean for miter saw?

It means the blade can be tipped in two directions. Either left or right. A single bevel saw can only lean the blade in one direction. You can do the same cuts with a single bevel saw, but a dual bevel can save time and can make some cuts easier.

What the function of wood file and rasp?

The uses of these files are generally to make wood smoother. This works on many other thing such as laminate counter tops, where fine files are used to smooth edges and on many plastics where they smooth out saw marks.

How drill is considered as a lever?

First of all, the drill bit is not considered a lever.

The drill bit is, however, considered a ramp or inclined plane.

Where is the motor on a pillar drill?

The motor on a pillar drill is usually under the back of the belt casing.

How do you use a hegnan saw?

For cutting very thin woods such as for marquetry or puzzles.

What is a robertson drill bit?

it is a drill bit usually with a square male tip that inserts into a female square screw head-- many of these square head screws are used for building cabinetry-- it is basically a carpenters or builders choice of use but not mandatory for building.

What do you put in a vice to help you saw?

You put the material you are sawing in the vice.

What are aircraft length drill bits?

These are usually 6 inches long, and have a 1/4" thick part at the base to mount in the drill.

What is a level a tool which shows if an object has an even horizontal surface?

A level is a tool that is placed on a solid surface. There is a string hanging on the level, and if it tilts, the surface isn't an even horizontal surface. If the string doesn't tilt, the surface is even.

Why are studs painted pink?

Studs are very seldom painted at all (let alone pink)

Where are Powermatic table saws made?

I believe they are made in Tennessee, by the WMH Tool Group, who also own Jet and Perfrormax power tools.

Why is diamond used in drill bits?

Diamonds are widely used in the tool industry to tip drill bits and to edge blades that cut tile, stone and rock.