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Preventative maintenance:
When a compressor is first used, use a stopwatch and time how long it takes for the compressor to
completely fill the tank from empty to full. Write down this time and make a note of it..
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Consider safety when operating pneumatic/air tools.
Pneumatic tools, powered by compressed air, can be a useful and portable addition to electrical tools on
construction sites, in industrial worksho..
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The in line lubricator:
Because of their design characteristics, all percussion air tools require some form of lubrication to reduce
the friction and heat that can lead to premature wear of internal moving parts..
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Compressed Air Filters and Their Importance in Your System
Compressor Intake Filter
This compressed air filter often acts as the first stage of filtration in any pneumatic equipment. As such,
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Keep Your Air Sanders Running Smoothly
5 tips to keep your pneumatic sander running in top-performing shape, so you can get the best sanding results
possible.
Even though sanding with a pneu..
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I am new to routing and router bits are a confusing subject!
Is a Router Bit with a ½-inch shank better than one with a
¼-inch?
When you shop for router bits, you will probably notice that they come in a huge variety of ty..
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How Fast Should a Router Be Running?
If you've got a router with variable speed, then you've got the power to
improve the quality of your cut. In general, the larger the bit, the slower
the speed you need. The perfect solution for deali..
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Inch » Metric Conversion Chart
Most of the router bits in our catalogue are manufactured to imperial specifications
as this is the current standard for South Africa for the past 40 years. Since most
woodworkers work with met..
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A Guide to Using Rosette Cutters
Perfect for furniture, home building and restoration. For a smooth finish in stubborn hardwoods, dampen the surface
of the wood with a sponge just prior to the last cut. These are CARBIDE TIPPED cutters ..
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Olfa, the original snap-off blade cutter since 1956
Handy tips to learn more about the Olfa brand. Use the menu at the top to direct yourself to the various
prod..