Pliers and wire cutters are similar tools that are used for cutting wire, but they have some differences. Pliers generally have teeth to grab nuts or bolt heads. Wire cutters have blades – to cut wires. They both have a…
Pliers are not generally considered to be cutting tools, although certain types of pliers, such as wire cutters or end cutters, and diagonal cutting, may be used to cut wire or other materials. Pliers are multi-functional shand-held tools that are…
If you ever have a left-hand threaded fastener that needs to be torqued, the typical torque wrench is not calibrated for this. Some click torque took a very simple approach by allowing the anvil to push through the other side…
You’re doing a bit of decluttering and find you have some hand tools in the garage or workshop that are beyond repair. Before you just toss them in the trash, here’s what you need to know about recycling hand tools.…
Most screwdriver bits are made with hardened alloy steel, and good screwdrivers use suitable alloys. Commonly used materials include chromium-molybdenum steel, chromium-vanadium steel, and S2 tool steel. The ceramic screwdriver set is made of ceramic bits and a plastic handle,…
Driving tools are tools used for pushing nails, and screws into position. Driving tools include various steel tools used to install, repair, and maintain a variety of constructions. Driving tools are typically available as both manual and power tools. They…
