Maker Project Lab
October 2, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Saw Into Tight Spots

Tool:

DeWALT DCS367B 20V Max XR Brushless Compact Reciprocating Saw, (Tool Only)
https://amzn.to/2HcuFUf

Related tools mentioned:
DeWALT DW4856 Metal/Woodcutting Reciprocating Saw Blade Set, 6-Piece
https://amzn.to/2JmgPUr

DeWALT DCB102BP 20-volt MAX Jobsite Charging Station with Battery Pack
https://amzn.to/2sA2x8x

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This might be the most hardcore, straight-up tool I’ve ever reviewed. This is a cordless reciprocating saw, also known as a Sawzall. This particular one is a compact, brushless model from DeWalt. I bought it on Amazon for around $132 for the bare tool. I’ve got links to this one, plus blades and batteries, down in the show notes, which help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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October 1, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

5 Resistor Kits Compared

Tools:

Yobett 166 Values 1/4w Resistors pack
https://amzn.to/2kHMh1w

REXQualis 22 Values 1/4W 1% Resistor Kit Assortment
https://amzn.to/2spwfOh

Elegoo 17 Values 1% Resistor Kit Assortment
https://amzn.to/2LdiYz3

Joe Knows Electronics 1/4W Resistor Starter Kit
https://amzn.to/2LdiZD7

Joe Knows Electronics 1/4W 1% 86 Value 860 Piece Resistor Kit
https://amzn.to/2LRAJoU

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video I’m going to show you 5 different resistor kits for electronic projects. I found all of these on Amazon, and if one of them looks like the right one for you, you can find the links for all these in the video description below. By picking one up, you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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September 30, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

5 Sleeves for Covering Cables

Tools:

1/2″ Side Entry Cable Wrap Braided Sleeving with Hook & Loop Fastener
https://amzn.to/2nFdXG4

WINGOFFLY 5pcs x 6.5Ft 8mm Cable Management PP Hose Protector Sleeve Spiral Wire Wrap
https://amzn.to/2BbSjm5

TechFlex F6N0.25BK Flexo F6 General Purpose 1/4-inch Braided Cable Sleeve
https://amzn.to/2BaUuGz

Copapa 21M 68 Ft PE Black Polyethylene Spiral Wire Wrap Tube PC Manage Cable 6mm 1/ 4”
https://amzn.to/2P77yzL

1/4 inch Flexo PET Expandable Braided Sleeving
https://amzn.to/2P9wPsZ

Related tools mentioned:
Hot knife – Dremel Versa Tip Precision Butane Torch
https://amzn.to/2vGsqpq

Transcript:

Hey, I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools, and in this video we’re going to take a look at 5 different types of cable wrap. As a maker, I use this stuff to gather and protect wires in my projects, but it’s also good for managing cables from your computer or TV. I was surprised to learn there were so many different types of this stuff–velcro, spiral, split, braided tube. I’m going to show you what each one is like. I have links for everything in the description. And by using those links you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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September 29, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Best Solder Sucker

Tool:

Engineer SS-02 Solder Sucker
https://amzn.to/2RKmGEK

Related tools mentioned:

Basic Desoldering Vacuum Pump Solder Removal Tool
https://amzn.to/2Eh0P57
Desoldering Bulb
https://amzn.to/2A7bmvz

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in his video I’m going to show you three different solder suckers that can help you undo soldered connections on your electronic projects. There’s only one here I really recommend, and I’m going to show you why. But you can find Amazon links to all of these options down in the show notes. By using any of those links, you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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September 28, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Favorite Tool Finds Under $10

Tools:

CANARY Corrugated Cardboard Cutter ($8), https://amzn.to/2Lb3qNq
Makita Impact Gold Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder ($5), https://amzn.to/2L6JtaC
Pacer Technology (Zap) Flexy-Tips ($6), https://amzn.to/2PxkX38
Komelon Speed Mark Gripper ($8), https://amzn.to/2SGKvNf
Cool Tools Tape Measure Comparison video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muEQxs9gpmw
3M Virtua CCS Protective Eyewear w/ earplugs ($6), https://amzn.to/2SEQt0V, https://amzn.to/2UufldE
Engineer SS-02 Solder Sucker ($27), https://amzn.to/2PzQCkE
Favorite Tool Finds Under $10 (2017 Edition): https://youtu.be/7op4rzVqVeM

Transcript:

Hey, I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and today I’m talking about my favorite inexpensive tool upgrades and accessories of 2018. For me, there’s nothing better than finding a great, cheap tool. You can find Amazon links to everything I’m talking about down in the video description, and by using those links you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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September 27, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , ,

10 Hobby Knife Upgrades

Tools:

X-Acto Gripster Knife, https://amzn.to/2TQ24uD
Soft Grip Hobby Knife, https://amzn.to/2D8HJvp
Fiskars Craft Knife, https://amzn.to/2ANKa4G
Fiskars Easy Change Knife, https://amzn.to/2Dac5gX
Fiskars Heavy-Duty Knife, No. 2 Blade, https://amzn.to/2ST1RXN
Excel Blades K47 Hobby Knife, https://amzn.to/2M8YCc2
Replacement Excel Blades, https://amzn.to/2M8YE3E
PenBlade, https://amzn.to/2TRLxGR
Slice Precision Cutter, https://amzn.to/2D9kAZH
Fiskars Fingertip Craft Knife, https://amzn.to/2M9Uk4e
Fiskars Circle Cutter, https://amzn.to/2AKA6t8

Transcript:

… Let’s start off by quickly going over the pros and cons of a classic X-Acto brand hobby knife. These are easy to find, inexpensive, and they use a standardized system of replacement blades.

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