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February 7, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , ,

How to Switch Off Always-On Gadgets

Tool:

Outlet On/Off Switch
https://amzn.to/2GNKwJK

3-prong alternative
https://amzn.to/2GNFBbE

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video I’m going to show you this single-outlet on/off switch. I picked up a 3-pack of these for around $11 on Amazon. If you want to get these same ones, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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January 7, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,

Unique tape measures compared

Tools:

FastCap PSSR25 25 foot Lefty/Righty Measuring Tape
https://amzn.to/2Nmp6Gn

Komelon Measuring Tape, 1-Inch X 25Ft
https://amzn.to/2LbHHYd

Kutir Measuring Tape, 1-Inch X 25Ft
https://amzn.to/2NRaoZ0

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and today we’re talking a look at three different 25 foot tape measures. I bought these all from Amazon. I stayed away from name brand just because they tend not to innovate. People buy name brand because they want the same thing, but I’m looking around to see what’s out there that’s different. You can find links to all three in the video description, and by using those links you’re helping to 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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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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June 11, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

Tip for Backing Furniture Up to Outlets

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.

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