Monopole writes in with an a great tool for your Maker’s toolbox, but it’s not used in its indented way… -
Three indispensable tools for any maker are dental tools (for poking around in little things), dental (i.e. inspection mirrors) for looking in difficult to reach places, and of course flashlights to illuminate dark corners. So I was overjoyed to discover at the local supermarket that GUM is selling a neat pack of two nice dental picks, and a dental mirror with an integrated flashlight in the handle for less than ten bucks ! The mirror with the integrated flashlight is worth it alone. When you need a dental mirror you invariably need a flashlight as well as a free hand!
GUM Oral Care Cleaning Kit - Link.
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Chuck writes -
We just posted a pretty sweet test of cheap crimp terminals vs. decent ones with a breakdown of how to identify the best performers; it struck me as something Makers’d be into
Some months back when Chuck mentioned a Storehouse brand assortment of crimp terminals, I commented that this was one place you really didn’t want to skimp on quality. We all agreed this would be a good subject to test emperically, and I finally found the time to jump in and give it a shot.
What follows is a test of three brands: Calterm (found at the local auto parts store), Storehouse (the Harbor Freight house brand), and some ETC terminals (which I can’t seem to find online) that I had in my toolbox from a previous job.
The conclusion won’t surprise you, but there’s a twist that might. Read past the jump for the skinny […]
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The Angle-izer instant template looks incredibly handy, I’m going to see if there are smaller versions for tiny projects…
The Easiest Way to Transfer and Measure Angles. Finally a quick, precise way to measure angles without having to construct a special template. Just set the Angle-izer Instant Template in place, slide its four arms to conform to your project’s angles, then tighten the thumbscrews. Perfect for laying tile or flooring, or fitting countertops to corners. Includes CD-ROM for your Windows computer with project calculator for cutting parts to fit arches or circular patterns (perfect for cutting pavers to fit curving walkways, etc.). Constructed of rugged glass-filled nylon plastic.
Angle-izer Instant Template : Sporty’s Tool Shop - [via] Link.
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Jason writes in with this cool periodic table of tools from ReadyMade… -
“While browsing a site linked in an Instructable I was referred to by the Make blog, I came across this Periodic Table of Hardware. If that ain’t Make material, I don’t know what is!” - Link & @ the ReadyMade store.
I’m not sure I’d buy a poster, but I certainly might arrange some tools on a peg board like this!
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Lenore writes -
“…an article about my great-uncle’s basement that has some fabulous workbench photos, incredible machinery, lots of tools, and an inordinate amount of junk.” - Link.
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A few makers sent this in… SEARS now carries a a computer controlled CNC machine for under $1,799 (USD)
“Compact, computer-controlled, 3-dimensional woodworking machine with an easy-to-use interface. It allows a novice to make a complete project without a shop full of tools.The unique configuration allows it to perform many other woodworking functions, including ripping, cross cutting, mitering, contouring, jointing and routing. The CompuCarve can work in most soft materials, including wood, plastics (polycarbonate or cast acrylic) and certain types of high density foam. Set includes CompuCarve machine, (1) 1/16 in. carbide carving bit, (1) 1/8 in. carbide cutting bit, CarveWright Memory Card, starter software package, (2) 1/4 in. bit adaptors, vacuum bag adaptor, bit removal tool, hex wrench, owner’s manual and Quick Start Guide.” - Link.
Perfect for the home Fab-Lab…
Related:
CNC router project - Link.
Computer Controlled CNC Etchasketch - Link.
3D LEGO CNC router / milling machine - Link.
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Awhile back we posted up a tool “food chain” it seemed a little familiar and here’s where I think I first saw something like it, Popular Mechanics 1954 - Link.
Previous:
C-Clamp food chain - Link.
Drill chuck food chain - Link.
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“This is a 12V bulb which is being overdriven to 14+V, to about 140 watts, with an estimated light output of about 4000 lumens. Compare that to a regular 2D MagLight, which is much, much less than 50 lumens.”
Yup, that’s 12 1.2V NiMH batteries in there, which I guess means it’s rechargable too. I love it.
Video - Link.
Info - Link.
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Betsy writes - “We just posted this gallery of heirloom tools, i.e. beautiful hand tools that “your kids will fight over when you’re dead.” They’re really really nice…” - Link.
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Awhile back we posted up some color changing / heat reactive paint from eclipse, and now there are some tiles that do the same thing from Moving Color, neato… [via] - Link.
Related:
Heat activated color changing paint - Link.
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Here’s this week’s Week in Tools from our pal Chuck at ToolMonger (I got busy with Swap-o-rama-rama, so we’re posting this now!) - “This week we looked at Dremel’s new EZ-Lock cam/mandrel system for cutting and polishing wheels. (I’d bet I can count the number of Makers who don’t own a Dremel tool on one hand, and this system really simplifies installing and removing accessories.) We also checked out some great new trigger clamps, some slick tenon cutters (perfect for log furniture), a tool that makes removing and installing the serpentine belt on your car easy as pie, and a “hover mower.”” - Link.
Hover mower!
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MAKE Toolbox - Link.
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Chuck sent in this week’s “Toolmonger’s Top 5: The Week in Tools” buckle in… - “It’s Halloween time again, and we’ve found some great tools that have us itchin’ to jump in on our holiday craft and construction projects, like Dremel’s inexpensive cordless pumpkin carving kit and a kickin’ butane-powered hot glue gun. This week we also looked at a handheld sandblaster, a cool bench-installed clamping system for wood shops, and an idea we wish we’d thought of: “unified” jig saw blades that fit both common chuck types. Check back next week for our guide to getting started with plasma cutting”.” - Link.
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Wouter writes - “Home made metal cutting saw. No welding required. My wife’s grandfather made lots of his own tools, this is another nice one. This metal cutting saw uses an abrasive disk spinning at about 5000rpm. Because of the big pulley on the motor it’s all pretty quiet. This machine offers no protection to the operator. Do not copy the design without adding a belt guard, blade guard and other safety measures. “ - Link.
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Looks like Content Paradaise is giving away Poser 5 ($79) if you register with them (also free) by September 8th, if you’re thinking of dabbling with 3D figures, animations and art, might be worth checking out while the price is right - “Poser 5 is the award-winning 3D character design tool for artists, illustrators and animators. Easily create 3D figures from ready-to-use human and animal models. For realism map facial photos, grow and style dynamic hair, or add dynamic cloth that flows. Quickly output movies and images for use in any project. Poser 5 is easy to master and affordable, yet rich in professional features.” [via] - Link.
Related:
Avimator - Make your own animations for the virtual world! - Link.
Developers Corner: Import custom Poser animations to Second Life - Link.
How to make animations with Poser - Link.
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