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Such a mini-device with a variable saw exit height above the work table will allow you to quickly and easily perform many small operations without resorting to other saw tools. To make it you will need a minimum of money, time and basic skills.

Almost all mechanisms that surround us in everyday life contain springs that periodically wear out and require replacement. It is not always possible to find an analogue, especially for equipment from previous years of production. Get out of this predicament

In many hardware and construction stores with budget goods you can buy very cheap Chinese clamping pliers with a lock. Although they are made of fairly soft metal, they can last at least for the average user

With this simple but reliable method of metal etching, you can mark similar elements of a set, put a name or logo on an instrument, make an inscription on a gift, etc. Its implementation will not require large expenses, a lot of time and special skills.

All the “filling” of such a vice is “hidden” under the workbench, which contributes to convenient and safe work. They can be made from affordable and even waste materials, spending a little time and having the skills to handle metal tools and

For precise shaped cutting of flat wooden parts, a string jigsaw is used. Thanks to the shape of the cutting blade, it allows you to change the direction of the cut in any direction, which distinguishes it from its analogues with a file. This is very useful

Such instruments are usually made in Europe, America or Japan, so their price is corresponding, that is, high. But you can make a dovetail saw yourself without much expense, using ordinary tools and, without

This machine, while maintaining the high performance of the grinder, provides greater versatility, precision and safety. Its assembly will not require excessive costs, special machines or high qualifications.

A C-shaped clamp is a popular clamping tool designed for fixing parts during construction, repair and carpentry work.The design is based on a curved steel or cast iron frame. Fixing parts

The magnetic zero clamp for welding is many times more convenient than a standard clamp. It is quickly installed and removed, and also allows you to attach mass to large workpieces that are too large for a crocodile to grasp. The magnetic terminal has a very

An electric jigsaw is a multifunctional tool designed for shaped and unidirectional cutting of various sheet materials. It is used when performing repair and construction work, as well as for making DIY crafts. When

For melting non-ferrous metals and working with ceramics, it is convenient to use an electric furnace with the ability to precisely regulate the temperature. This is quite specific equipment, intended mainly for industrial use, so

Rubber coating allows you to make any hard surface non-slip, warmer and more pleasant to the touch. To carry it out, various technologies are used that require the use of special equipment and materials. For rubber coating in

To quickly cut tin and thin sheet steel, you can make a metal scissors attachment for a drill. The manufacturing cost of this tool is several times lower than the cheapest electric shears, while the reliability and maintainability of such

The need to bend a steel pipe at a certain angle with the desired radius does not arise very often. But, if such a task appears, then in the absence of special equipment it inevitably turns into a difficult problem to solve. In case of

The functions of a sharpening machine and a grinder intersect somewhere. But the first mechanism in the destruction of the abrasive wheel poses a serious danger. Therefore, converting it into a belt sander is a completely reasonable step. Moreover, for this

The problem of small workshops is the lack of sufficient space to store all the necessary tools. In this regard, you have to use only the basic set. To solve this problem, special

It happens that you cannot do without a circular saw at home. It is necessary to cut fiberboard or glazing beads evenly and accurately. A hand saw or electric saw with large teeth is not suitable. Today I will tell you how to make a tabletop circular

The link chain consists of thin rods bent into a ring and welded at the edges. The technology for its production is very simple, but requires a special bending machine. Such equipment can be assembled with your own hands from railway rails and manufactured

When connecting a long hose to the compressor, it becomes difficult to clean it. After each use, the hose has to be wound around the elbow and hung on a hook, which takes time. You can make it much easier to use by using

Today's master class includes a portable box for carrying hand and oversized power tools, accessories and consumables. The organizer is useful for a craftsman who travels to sites, a car owner, a builder, or a tinkerer.

To lift heavy loads to great heights, you can make an electric winch from a windshield wiper drive gearmotor. It effectively handles loads up to 150 kg. It can be used for lifting building materials onto the roof, removing small

When performing plumbing and carpentry work, you cannot do without a vice. This is quite expensive equipment, the purchase of which is impractical for a small home workshop. In order not to spend money on factory vices, you can make them your own

The nibbler attachment on your drill, also known as the “cricket”, is very effective for cutting sheet metal and performing shape cuts. However, it is not possible to work with it with high precision on small parts. To take advantage of opportunities