The speed and quality of construction and other forms of manual labor have improved significantly over the past few years, and this is primarily due to the advancements of modern machinery. Advanced technology has enabled people to complete construction tasks a lot faster and more accurately than ever before. Standing tall among these indispensable inventions are hand power tools.
As their general name suggests, hand power tools are a force to be reckoned with. If you are a construction enthusiast or professional, then you are most likely familiar with these portable innovations that have revolutionized the face of DIY repair and maintenance.
While there are tons of hand power tools that are currently in use, some specific tools are more popular and can be considered as the holy grail of electric tools. Below, some of these notable products are listed, and their importance is highlighted.
Finish Nailer
Among the various types of nail guns, finish nailers stand out because they are used to affix wooden materials used for finishing in interior construction. Commonly, finish nailers are compatible with 15 or 16-gauge nails with lengths ranging from 1 to 2.5 inches in length. Window and door casings, cabinets, and hardwood floors are some notable project types that involve finish nailers.
Jigsaw
Cutting is one of the most significant processes in construction and home renovations, and jigsaws are perfect for the job. Jigsaws are generally straightforward to use and are great for making curves and delicate cuts in wood, ceramic, and metal. A jigsaw’s blade is either a U-shank or a T-shank, with the latter being more compatible with various jigsaw brands than the former.
Reciprocating Saw
Often mistaken for a jigsaw, the reciprocating saw is designed for rougher work that does not require as much precision as the jigsaw. Cutting of bricks, fiberglass, and drywall is very achievable with reciprocating saws as they often pack a lot of power and durability.
Rotary Tool
Modern rotary tools are the exact definition of versatility and they are often equipped with fast, powerful motors with adjustable speeds. Their key feature is that they can be combined with various accessories letting them perform a wide range of tasks including sanding, polishing, cutting, sharpening, and grinding. Depending on how many attachments a rotary tool has, it can effectively function as multiple hand power tools in one.
Impact Driver
An impact driver is made to direct a powerful rotational force when it gets hit on the back by a hammer. Functionally, it is used to drive in or loosen large bolts that might be otherwise difficult to turn.
Impact Wrench
The function of an impact wrench is quite similar to that of an impact driver, in the sense that it provides a sudden rotational force. Impact wrenches, however, are more powerful than impact drivers and are commonly used in automotive repair and heavy-duty construction projects.
Sander
The main purpose of a sander is smoothing or polishing surfaces like wood and metal. Secondarily, a sander can be used for other tasks like removing burrs from freshly cut metal and removing rust. There are three major sander types: orbital sanders, disk sanders, and finishing sanders.
Drill
Considering that they make holes in construction materials, the importance of drills in professional or home projects and maintenance can never be overemphasized. The best drills come with a wide variety of drill bits, and these bits determine the type of holes made by the drill.
Cordless Drill
As highlighted above, drills are a need-to-have tool for most projects, and the cordless drill variations can even be more useful due to their improved portability.
Circular Saw
Circular saws are perfect for high-powered cutting, and they are usually made up of an abrasive or toothed disc that rotates quickly about an arbor. Compared with other power saw types, the circular saw is remarkable for its stability. Ceramic, wood, metal, and plastic are among the most common material types that can be cut with a circular saw.
