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| Air cleaners | Air cleaners are used to filter airborne dust particles (under 10 microns) as they float through the air. There are 3 different types of air cleaners: self contained (free hanging), HVAC integrated and independently ducted. Used in conjunction with with a dust collection system that captures dust at the source, air cleaners are a crucial addition a woodworking shop to help avoid respiratory health problems from wood dust and other particulates.
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| Air drills | Air drills are used for for drilling, honing, reaming and hole sawing. Features to look for when purchasing an air drill include: ergonomic design, precision-machined gearing, reversible motor, variable speed throttle and a quick reverse lever.
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| Air Hammers | Air hammers are pneumatic tools used to shape, score and smooth metals such as aluminum, copper, and stainless steel. Also called power hammers, features to look for in an air hammer include: blows per minute, air consumption, maximum working pressure, recommended hose size and weight, and the size of the air inlet. Air hammer accessories include: chisel tips, variable tips, and air hoses.
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| Air rachets | Air rachets are powerful, pneumatic tools used for heavy-duty racheting. A good air rachet will be compact in size, ergonomic and yet, powerful. Look for an air rachet that has an anti-slip head design, high torque, teasing throttle for precise speed control, and includes various socket sizes.
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| angle drill | Used for roughing in, an angle driver fits perfectly between studs and joists. Powerful enough to drill holes in white oak timbers, medium-duty angle drills easily cut holes for waste lines, vents, and wires in softwood for new construction. Features to look for in an angle drill include: weight distribution, trigger design, handle size, and speed change location. Optional features like slotted chucks, detachable cords, and clutches can make a big difference in your choice of an angle drill.
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| Angle grinder | Angle grinders are versatile tools that can grind metal and cut tile, stucco and pavers, rout out mortar, sand, polish and sharpen. Look for angle grinder attachments that cut tile and mortar, wire brush attachments that remove rust and paint and abrasive wheels that can cut or grind steel. Angle grinders range in size from 4-9-inches (wheel size).
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