This week on Maker Update, a robot with a staring problem, the end of Maker Media, holding rainbows, a robot dating simulator, DaVinci machines, a Pi movie tracker, and surface mount soldering with sand.

Tool:

5″ Sanding Mouse
http://amzn.to/2u6s8ts

As recommended by Nick Offerman:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gh6H7Md_L2k

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time I’ve got a sanding mouse. I picked this up for $10 just last week after seeing Nick Offerman mention them in a This Old House video that I’ll link to. If you want to pick this same one up, using the Amazon link in the video description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

Tools:

Hug-A-Plug, http://amzn.to/2FmdR11
Belkin Power Strip Surge Protector, http://amzn.to/2oUCaZH
Cheap Amazon Basic Power Strip, http://amzn.to/2DcPfBU

Previous Cool Tool Review:

https://kk.org/cooltools/dual-outlet-right-angle-wall-adapter/

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video we’re going to take a look at the Hug-A-Plug. This is a humble yet handy power socket adapter for North American type outlets. A two pack of these cost me around $11 on Amazon. If you some for yourself, an Amazon link in th description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

Tool:

DEWALT Right Angle Attachment
http://amzn.to/2G66SGE

Transcript:

It’s time for this week’s Cool Tool review. This time, we’re taking a look at this right angle adapter for your drill or impact driver, made by Dewalt. I picked this on Amazon for around $18, and if you want one for yourself, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

Tool:

Klutch Angle Grinder Holder
http://amzn.to/2Dreamg

Accessories:

Leather Welding Gloves
http://amzn.to/2G3DRex

Safety Works Adjustable Headgear with Faceshield
http://amzn.to/2E07uNi

Professional Ear Defenders
http://amzn.to/2Dysi0x

Digital Angle Ruler`
http://amzn.to/2DCuVOA

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This week I’m going to show you an angle grinder holder made by Klutch. I got this for around $26 on Amazon, it’s a unique way to cut metal, and you can pick this same one up by using the Amazon link in the show notes, which helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

Tool:

Bucket Boss Parachute Bag
http://amzn.to/2Dyt5i1

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in a previous video I told you about using a parachute bag to store screws. In this video, I’m going to give you a closer look at what’s in my bag, and a few tips on how I use it. I’ve only been using one for a few weeks though, so take this with a grain of salt, and please leave a comment with your own advice and tips.

This week on Maker Update, a brass thread injector, drag and drop Arduino storage, PyGamer, robot fish, a blacklight parasol, a hand-crank GIF player, and a 7-segment circuit sculpture.

Tool:

General Tools 481 Swivel Head Deburring Tool with Handle Storage
http://amzn.to/2w75UYa

Transcript:

For this week’s Cool Tools video review I’m going to show you a deburring tool great for cleaning up the edges of metal and plastic. I picked this up for around $11 on Amazon, and by using the link in the description to get this same one, you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

Tool:

Hakko CHP-170 Micro Soft Wire Cutter
http://amzn.to/2fOo7n8

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review! This time around I’m going to show you my favorite pair of flush cutters for electronics. They’re just $5 on Amazon, and made by Hakko. By picking these using the link in the description you help to support my show and the Cool Tools blog.