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.
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.
Framed [Maker Update #142]
This week on Maker Update, a Google calendar for your wall, real pinball over the internet, a laser crown, snoozing skeleton, and upgrading a vintage vending machine.
Internet of Tiny Cars [Maker Update #141]
This week on Maker Update, internet controlled RC cars, a 3D printer world record, animating 36 servos, plotter art from Wi-Fi maps, a funky ghost, and freeform circuit tips from the master.
Visors Down [Maker Update #139]
This week on Maker Update, a 3D printed Starman helmet, a beating heart, an Adabot solder helper, a disco band camp jacket, emulating Magic Cap, and an early look at BrainCraft.
9 Useful Electronics Tools Under $13
Tools:
Aven Adjustable Circuit Board Holder
http://amzn.to/2FB0s2f
Hakko Flush Cutters
http://amzn.to/2GO1nM0
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.
Makita’s $8 Magnetic Bit Holder
Tools:
Makita Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder
http://amzn.to/2polnyn
DEWALT Right Angle Attachment
http://amzn.to/2pn170e
Transcript:
It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time, I’ve got the Makita Impact Gold Ultra Magnetic bit holder. I got mine for around $5 on Amazon, and by using the link in the description to pick one up, you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.
More Glue Gun Than I Need
Tools:
Pam 220 Watt Adjustable Temperature Glue Gun
http://amzn.to/2FLucMV
Recommended General Purpose Glue Sticks
http://amzn.to/2FLSy9w
Recommended High Heat Glue Sticks
http://amzn.to/2IBULlu
Extra Nozzle Types
http://amzn.to/2IAhTRH
My other glue guns:
Surebonder Pro-2
http://amzn.to/2u1UvJx
Ryobi Cordless Glue Gun
http://amzn.to/2ppMEAR
Transcript:
I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video we’re taking a look at the beefiest hot glue gun I’ve ever used, the PAM FastenMaster HB220. I bought this on Amazon for $80. Not cheap, but if you’re like me you might be curious to see what an $80 glue gun is like. If you want one for yourself, using the link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.