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[SOLVED] Favorite tools
Many people like to do things with their hands. Call it a hobby (that could make a good topic itself) or a craft of some kind. You might even like working on old junk automobiles, it probably doesn't matter. Those who like to do things often need implements (defined here as tools). Do you have any favorites, and if so what are they, and why do you like them?
I'll go first, in no particular order;
Exacto knife
You can carve, scrape, drill, clean your nails with one. I keep one in an aluminum pen-like container with a screw-on lid. Very useful.
Key Chain multipurpose tool
It is very small but has 4 screwdrivers, pliers, wire stripper, and shears. Never leave home without it.
Cables
Cross over serial and parallel, anc a usb file sharing type. Enables me to transfer data between two computers with ease (I-must-link-up).
Bamboo backscratcher
Scratch your back or swat a fly (if you’re good). Also good for flinging spit-wads at the television monitor from time to time.
Desoldering station
My inhalation of solder fumes went WAY down after I bought one of these babies (so THAT’S what’s wrong with Boulder, haha)
Turns Ratio Detector
I haven’t used this one for some time, but it is still one of my favorites. It is a simple device I made myself for producing a low voltage to force a very low AC current through the windings of a transformer. Measure the voltage on primary and secondary sides, do a quick division problem, and *bingo* you’ve got the ratio ! (great for the electronics hobbiest)
Miller Inverter welder
The size of a lunch box, cost a small fortune, weighs ten pounds, automatic switching between 110vac and 220vac, variable speed cooling fan, very steady arc, fully adjustable from 5 to 140 amps, can burn a 5/16 rod (6011 or 6013) with ease. If you’re a welder you probably have already lusted after one of these. They are ‘WAY COOL’ !
I have more, but now I’d rather turn it over to you.
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I meant a 5/32 rod, btw, not a 5/16. That would have made it more like 'Magic' than 'Way Cool', haha
Many people like to do things with their hands. Call it a hobby (that could make a good topic itself) or a craft of some kind. You might even like working on old junk automobiles, it probably doesn't matter. Those who like to do things often need implements (defined here as tools). Do you have any favorites, and if so what are they, and why do you like them?
I'll go first, in no particular order;
Exacto knife
You can carve, scrape, drill, clean your nails with one. I keep one in an aluminum pen-like container with a screw-on lid. Very useful.
Key Chain multipurpose tool
It is very small but has 4 screwdrivers, pliers, wire stripper, and shears. Never leave home without it.
Cables
Cross over serial and parallel, anc a usb file sharing type. Enables me to transfer data between two computers with ease (I-must-link-up).
Bamboo backscratcher
Scratch your back or swat a fly (if you’re good). Also good for flinging spit-wads at the television monitor from time to time.
Desoldering station
My inhalation of solder fumes went WAY down after I bought one of these babies (so THAT’S what’s wrong with Boulder, haha)
Turns Ratio Detector
I haven’t used this one for some time, but it is still one of my favorites. It is a simple device I made myself for producing a low voltage to force a very low AC current through the windings of a transformer. Measure the voltage on primary and secondary sides, do a quick division problem, and *bingo* you’ve got the ratio ! (great for the electronics hobbiest)
Miller Inverter welder
The size of a lunch box, cost a small fortune, weighs ten pounds, automatic switching between 110vac and 220vac, variable speed cooling fan, very steady arc, fully adjustable from 5 to 140 amps, can burn a 5/16 rod (6011 or 6013) with ease. If you’re a welder you probably have already lusted after one of these. They are ‘WAY COOL’ !
I have more, but now I’d rather turn it over to you.
[edit]
I meant a 5/32 rod, btw, not a 5/16. That would have made it more like 'Magic' than 'Way Cool', haha
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