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The design and shape of cordless power tools makes then fit into areas where corded power tools will not. In many cases, this leads to a sacrifice of turning strength from the motor. Dewalt power tools makes larger voltage cordless power tools to deliver more power for your job. Dewalt cordless power tools are the ones most often selected by professionals. Their dependability and ability to perform heavier work than most of the other lines of cordless tools is the reason for this. When doing repetitive work like hanging sheet rock, drill bits for driving the screws holding the sheet rock in place, tend to wear out and need replacement often. The quick-change heads of Dewalt power tools make this an easy task to accomplish with minimum slowing of the work being performed. Dewalt power tools offers a nice line of cordless screwdrivers and variable speed drills. The power ratings range from 7.2-volt motors up to 24-volt motors delivering the type of power you need. A variable speed drill is used to make a variety of different size holes from very tiny ones used to enable nails and screws to be driven without splitting the wood to large ones used for installing door knob assemblies. When using a variable speed drill, start your drilling slowly to allow the bit time enough to get firmly seated in the hole. This will lessen the chance of the bit jumping when higher speeds are applied which might cause you to drill something you did not want to have drilled. Dewalt power tools offer a full range of both corded and cordless tools. Their durability and easy ability to change accessories makes them highly desired for professionals. Dewalt power tools deliver in work conditions where other power tools fail. The only drawback I can see to this magnificent line of cordless tools is their weight. Having larger voltages to deliver more power means larger battery packs and larger motors as well. If you have to use one of these heavy cordless power tools all day, you will feel like you have done an intensive workout. Because this is a superior product, you can expect to pay a superior price for it as well. While you will see sales for the combo packs available in store ads, you may notice that these are the lighter weight tools. They will perform the work desired in most situation, but for the really heavy duty applications the heavy duty power tools will command a heavy duty price tag. Shop and Personal Safety Dave Markel Don't let your table saw catch you working unsafely in the workshop. Shop and Personal Safety: Being safety conscious should be the priority for everyone whether they are a serious wood worker or just a week-end warrior. Shop safety begins when you buy a new tool, before operating it you should read through and understand the operators manual. This will have important instructions about the safe operation of that particular tool. Lets face it! All wood working machines are made to remove wood, which is considerably harder than flesh and bone. Some tools are much more dangerous than other. I would say that a table saw is the most dangerous stationary tool and the circular saw the most dangerous hand tool. Aside from reading the manuals that come with your tools, protecting your hearing and eyes should be high on the safety priorities list. Some people, me included, rely on prescription glasses for protection. This is OK but really doesn't provide full coverage. If you don't protect your ears you will loose your hearing. This is not debatable! After 25 years of operating power tools without protection my father wears a hearing aid. One aspect of safe wood working that is often overlooked is dust. Wood dust is a carcinogenic. Recient studies have shown wood workers that don't use dust masks or have a dust collection system have higher rates of nasal cancer. Make sure you avoid loose clothing and roll up your sleeves. Remove rings, and tie up long hair. Having sharp tools and blades is important. It takes less force to perform the cut and that reduces the chance of getting injured. Some safety measure should be no brainers. Don't drink or take drugs and operate power tools! Part of being safe is to also be prepared. Accidents do happen despite all precautions. Do you have a plan in the event you get injured? How far away is the phone? Will somebody hear your call for help? Do you have a first aid kit in the shop? Plan now because you won't be thinking too clear after you are injured. The important thing to remember is to not get complacent. Performing repetative actions can cause one to loose focus and thats when you get hurt. Remember to read manuals, and if you aren't sure how to do something ask. Go online and learn how to do things properly. About the AuthorDave Markel is the author of The All Wood Working Journal. He has helped hundreds of individuals improve their wood working skills. Visit his site at http://www.aaarticles.com/article9312.html | ||||||||||||||||||||
