Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Screwdriver Bits

When you are searching for screwdriver bits, choosing the drive type of the screwdriver is the most important decision. The drive type may already be known if you are purchasing screwdriver bits for a specific fastener. Some drive designs for screwdriver bits include Phillips, square and Torx. When looking at screwdriver bits drive systems, some details can be determined by the shape of its point. Various types of screwdriver bits include insert bits, power bits, slot bits, Phillips bits, Pozidriv bits, square screwdrive bits and many others.

Insert screwdriver bits are designed to be small and less expensive than other screwdriver bits. Insert screwdriver bits were initially designed to fit in the ends of extension adapters. Power screwdriver bits are more expensive than insert bits, but will likely last longer because of their high quality. Square screwdriver bits offer special advantages and are always appreciated by tool users. They have high torques, low cam-out performance and are self-centering.

Monday, January 18, 2010

Nut Driver

A nut driver is a manufactured tool that is primarily used for tightening nuts and bolts. The nut driver is made with a socket that is attached to a shaft and cylindrical handle. A nut driver typically has a hollow shaft to have the capacity for a shank onto which a nut is threaded. A nut driver is popular to use in the electronics industry. Other features of a nut driver includes a T-shaped handle, a ratcheting handle, sockets with recessed magnets for holding fasteners and flex shafts.

A nut driver is similar in appearance to a screwdriver. A screwdriver is a tool for driving screws. It assists with rotating other machine elements. A common screwdriver is comprised of a cylindrical handle, an axial shaft and a head. A nut driver and screwdriver can be made in a number of different sizes, shapes and colors. An electric nut driver may also be available for purchase in some locations.

Saturday, January 16, 2010

Drill Tip

A drill is one of the most basic tools to have for many types of repairs. Power drills come in various sizes and may require a specific drill tip. The smallest drill tip is considered to be one-fourth of an inch. This size of a drill tip is typically inexpensive, but it is limited in its range of drilling options. The most popular size of drill tip is three-eighths of an inch. A half-inch drill tip can drill into larger holes and is compatible for heavy duty tasks.

There are two types of power drills. One power drill is a corded electric drill and the other kind of drill is cordless and has a rechargeable battery. Drills that have a particular drill tip can usually be set to a specific speed. Today, almost all modern drills have adjustable speeds to better suit the task at hand. Other than a drill tip, a power drill can have several additional features.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Countersink

A countersink is a conical hole that is cut into a manufactured object. It may be used to allow the head of the countersink bolt to sit flush with the surface of the surrounding material. A countersink may also be used to remove the burr that is left from a drilling operation. A burr consists of small pieces that remain attached to a work-piece after a modification process. A countersink typically improves the finish of the product and removes any harmful sharp edges from the piece.

A countersink is usually used in drills, drill presses, milling machines, lathes and many other machines. A drill press is a fixed style of drill that may be mounted on a stand or bolted to the floor. A milling machine is used to machine solid materials. A lathe spins the work-piece to perform many different operations such as cutting, sanding, knurling, drilling or deformation.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

Cobalt Drill

A cobalt drill is popular with people that are working with hard metals, steel alloys, stainless steel, chrome, armor plate and titanium alloys. Cobalt drill bits are available in two grades known as an M35 grade cobalt drill and an M42 grade cobalt drill. These two grades show the percentage of cobalt that is contained within the high-speed steel cobalt drill bit. An M35 grade cobalt drill bit has five percent cobalt and ninety-five percent high-speed steel. An M42 grade drill bit includes eight percent of cobalt content.

A cobalt drill bit can remain sharp for a longer period of time if you use proper drilling methods. If the cobalt drill bit is used on metal, it reduces the speed at which it is drilled. When a cobalt drill bit is sharpened, the cobalt drill will retain the hardness of cobalt. Unlike a cobalt drill, a titanium drill bit will lose the titanium coating when it is sharpened.

Sunday, January 10, 2010

Screwdriver Bits

When you are looking for screwdriver bits, choosing the drive type of the screwdriver is the most important decision. The drive type may already be determined if you are purchasing screwdriver bits for a particular fastener. Some drive designs for screwdriver bits include Phillips, square and Torx. When looking at screwdriver bits drive systems, some details can be determined by the shape of its point. Various types of screwdriver bits include insert bits, power bits, slot bits, Phillips bits, Pozidriv bits, square screwdrive bits and many others.

Insert screwdriver bits are designed to be small and less expensive than other screwdriver bits. Insert screwdriver bits were initially designed to fit in the ends of extension adapters. Power screwdriver bits are higher in price than insert bits, but will likely last longer because of their high quality. Square screwdriver bits provide unique advantages and are always appreciated by tool users. They are designed to have high torques, low cam-out performance and are self-centering.

Friday, January 8, 2010

Nut Driver

A nut driver is a manufactured tool that is mainly used for tightening nuts and bolts. The nut driver is made with a socket that is attached to a shaft and cylindrical handle. A nut driver typically has a hollow shaft to have the capacity for a shank onto which a nut is threaded. A nut driver is common to use in the electronics industry. Other features of a nut driver includes a T-shaped handle, a ratcheting handle, sockets with recessed magnets for holding fasteners and flex shafts.

A nut driver is similar looking to a screwdriver. A screwdriver is an instrument for driving screws. It assists with rotating other machine elements. A common screwdriver consists of a cylindrical handle, an axial shaft and a head. A nut driver and screwdriver can be made in many different sizes, shapes and colors. An electric nut driver may also be available to buy in some locations.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Drill Tip

A drill is one of the most basic tools to have for many types of repairs. Power drills come in several different sizes and may require a specific drill tip. The smallest drill tip is considered to be one-fourth of an inch. This size of a drill tip is typically inexpensive, but it is limited in its range of drilling options. The most popular size of drill tip is three-eighths of an inch. A half-inch drill tip can drill into larger holes and is well-suited for heavy duty tasks.

There are two types of power drills. One power drill is a corded electric drill and the other type of drill is cordless and includes a rechargeable battery. Drills that have a particular drill tip can typically be set to a specific speed. Today, almost all modern drills have adjustable speeds to better suit the task at hand. Other than a drill tip, a power drill can have many other features.

Monday, January 4, 2010

Countersink

A countersink is a conical hole that is cut into a man-made object. It may be used to allow the head of the countersink bolt to sit flush with the surface of the surrounding material. A countersink may also be used to remove the burr that is left from a drilling operation. A burr consists of small pieces that remain attached to a work-piece after a modification process. A countersink usually improves the finish of the product and removes any harmful sharp edges from the piece.

A countersink is usually used in drills, drill presses, milling machines, lathes and several other machines. A drill press is a fixed model of drill that may be mounted on a stand or bolted to the floor. A milling machine is utilized to machine solid materials. A lathe spins the work-piece to perform many different operations such as cutting, sanding, knurling, drilling or deformation.

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Cobalt Drill

A cobalt drill is popular with people that are working with hard metals, steel alloys, stainless steel, chrome, armor plate and titanium alloys. Cobalt drill bits are available in two grades known as an M35 grade cobalt drill and an M42 grade cobalt drill. These two grades let someone know the percentage of cobalt that is contained within the high-speed steel cobalt drill bit. An M35 grade cobalt drill bit consists of five percent cobalt and ninety-five percent high-speed steel. An M42 grade drill bit includes eight percent of cobalt content.

A cobalt drill bit can remain sharp for a longer period of time if you use proper drilling techniques. If the cobalt drill bit is used on metal, it slows the speed at which it is drilled. After a cobalt drill bit is sharpened, the cobalt drill will maintain the hardness of cobalt. Unlike a cobalt drill, a titanium drill bit will lose the titanium coating after it is sharpened.