Instrument Landing [Maker Update]
This week on Maker Update: a simulator for RC Planes, a Scomp Link shoebox, budget calipers, and making art from Colin’s tunnel dirt.
Keeps on Ticking [Maker Update]
This week on Maker Update: An apple watch keeps on ticking, quieter coffee, better living through pegboards, celestial movement, adjusting hinges, and a better stand for soldering work.
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.
Use a Parachute Bag to Organize Screws
Tool:
Bucket Boss Parachute Bag
http://amzn.to/2Dyt5i1
Essential Craftsman video on screws:
https://youtu.be/N3jG5xtSQAo?t=7m
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time we’re looking at the Bucket Boss parachute bag. I got this for around $12 on Amazon, and if you want the same one, using the link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Wrap it With Stretch Wrap
Tool:
Duck Brand Stretch Wrap With Handle
http://amzn.to/2fSKOXn
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tools video review. Let’s talk about stretch wrap. $11 on Amazon got me 1,000 feet of this stuff — but what’s it good for? I’ll tell you what I use it for, and if you want to pick some up for yourself, using the link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
Tips for Using the Bucket Boss Parachute Bag
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.
Sun Powered CNC [Maker Update #30]
This week on Maker Update, an all natural laser engraver that harnesses the sun, a fume-free portable workstation, a tool recommendation from Adam Savage, 3D printed Lego tape, and a collection of vintage Mac software you can use in your browser.
Amazon link for Knipex High Leverage Cutters: http://amzn.to/2onGa20