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October 18, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

Universal Socket Driver Unscrews Any Nut

Tool:

Universal Socket Driver , 7mm-19mm
https://amzn.to/2GOj5PL

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and today we’re taking a look at this universal socket driver designed for a drill or impact driver. I picked this up for around $10 on Amazon. If you want this same one, you can use the Amazon link in the description, which helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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October 14, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

Best cheap measuring tape

Tool:

Komelon SM5425 Speed Mark Gripper Measuring Tape, 1-Inch X 25Ft
https://amzn.to/2NTB2AB

Related tools mentioned:

Komelon 16-ft version
https://amzn.to/2Ll9KVu

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time we’re looking at the Komelon Gripper 25-foot tape measure. I got this for around $9 on Amazon, which is a fantastic price. I’m going to show you why it’s so great, and if you pick one up using the link in the description it helps to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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October 13, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , ,

Best Trauma Shears under $10

Top pick:

Prestige Medical Fluoride Scissor, Black, 7 1/2 Inch
https://amzn.to/2p63e86

Other Trauma Shears:

Shears; EMT 3.5″ (Mini) by Rescue Essentials
https://amzn.to/2MwpJMU
Carabiner-Shears EMT Trauma Shears
https://amzn.to/2Nel4UP
Prestige Medical Premium Fluoride Scissor, Neon Yellow, 5.5 Inch
https://amzn.to/2Qt5KBQ

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time, I’m going to show you guys a handful of different options out there if you’re shopping for trauma shears, also known as penny cutters. I don’t think you can ever have too many of these. These are all under $10. You can find Amazon links to all these options in the description. Using those links 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 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 3, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

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.

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September 2, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

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.

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August 31, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

Retractable Cardboard Box Cutter

Tools:

CANARY Corrugated Cardboard Cutter
http://amzn.to/2IC1Jav

Non-Stick Replacement Blades (2-pack)
http://amzn.to/2FVXXH9

Original Corrugated Cardboard Cutter “Dan Chan” [Fluorine Coating]
http://amzn.to/2u2FJlx

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review. This time I’m taking a look at a spinoff of one of the most talked about tools I’ve ever shown here — the Canary Cardboard Knife. This is the retractable version, I bought it for around $8 on Amazon. And by using the link in the description to pick one up for yourself, you help to support my show and the Cool Tools blog.

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

When AA batteries won’t cut it, try an 18650

Tools:

EBL 18650 3.7V 3000mAh Li-ion Rechargeable Batteries
https://amzn.to/2HoFW5B

Charger
https://amzn.to/2JD1AUG

Holders
https://amzn.to/2JzFF0t

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time we’re taking a look at the most popular rechargeable battery most people know nothing about. This is the 18650, I got a pair of these name brand ones for $9, though you can get sketchy ones even cheaper. I’m going to show you why they’re useful and if you want some for yourself, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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