The Popular Hand Tools With High Level of Performance
By: David H.
Submitted: 2009-08-08 14:34:10 | Word Count: 594
Hand tools are very useful in many types of work. The popular brands are Craftsman, DeWalt and Stanley. They produce durable hand tools with many additional features.
It was in 1969 somewhere in northern Kenya that the earliest hand tools were discovered. These tools are believed to be about 2,600,000 years old. These days the popular manufacturers have produced quality standards with high level performances hand tools. There are manual hand tools intended to be used through the help of mechanical force and electrically powered hand tools employing electrical current.
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Manufacturers in the Tool Industry
Famous manufacturers in the tool industry such as DeWalt, Stanley and Craftsman crafted hand tools boast of several features and professionally grade performances. We enlist a few examples below.
DeWALT DW059K 2 18 Volt Ni Cad 1/2 inch Cordless Impact Wrench Kit
The DW059K 2 Cordless Impact Wrench from DeWalt is versatile, extra durable and engineered to professionally accomplish tasks. It is powered by a nickel cadmium battery with 18 volts. This power is enough to provide an incredible 3,600 inch pounds of torque, and an amazing 2,600 blows per minute. This means it is powerful to easily break loose any knots like tire lugs.
It features two speed, variable speed motor. It can be operated from zero to 1,650 rpm, and zero to 2,600 rpm. Such wide operating range provides more control and makes the tool more versatile.
The wrench is also equipped with a durable fire rocker switch for easy and fast forward and reverse. This switch has two parts. The top is squeezable and the bottom is depressible. These function to tighten as well to loosen a fastener.
The impact wrench has also a metal square detent pin anvil with a measurement of 1/2 inch. It holds sockets in place strongly and firmly. And the handle of DW059K 2 Impact Wrench is anti slip comfort grip that offers extended comfort and control. The impact wrench is even equipped with durable tough magnesium gear case and heavy duty all metal transmission.
This wrench comes along with a kit box, two 18V XR+ PACK extended run time battery packs, and 1 hour charger. This tool measures 16 x 14.2 x 5.2 inches.
Stanley 20 oz Anti vibe Curve Claw Nailing Hammer FatMax Xtreme number 1164
The nailing hammer manufactured by Stanley said to be anti vibration curve claw and 20 oz fatmax is strong, dependable and durable. It has precision balanced and is constructed out of forged steel. It has ergonomic and unique design as well.
The Stanley nailing hammer features an exclusive anti vibe technology. This means the hammer is able to minimize vibration and shock at impact. It also featured with exclusive grip control. This also means the effects of torque on elbows and wrists will be lessened.
The Stanley hammer also features magnetic nail start. This is helpful for extended reach and capable for one handed nailing. The Stanley 51 164 Curve Claw Hammer has a dimension of 2.1 pounds and supported by lifetime warranty.
Craftsman Curved Claw Hammer with 13 inches Fiberglass Handle 16 oz
The Craftsman Curved Claw Hammer is a portable professional grade nail puller. This hammer has a forged head and made of high carbon steel. This means it has increased strength and durability. The hammer features patented rib reinforced claws and third claw. This is very useful to pull nails in tight places.
The handle of the hammer measures 13 inches and is made of Solid fiberglass material. And the handle grip is made of Synthetic rubber and displays a Chevron grip pattern for more comfort. The curved claw hammer has a weight of 1.6 pounds and its head has a weight of 16 ounces.
