Scriber
The first tool for marking workpieces. Made in the form of a ballpoint pen with a clip for easy carrying in your pocket. The tungsten tip leaves a fine and perfectly visible line on steel and glass, not to mention softer materials like wood and non-ferrous metals.
Price: 134 rubles.
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Automatic center punch
One of the most necessary tools in plumbing. Allows you to mark places for making holes, leaving small holes that prevent the drill from slipping and increase the accuracy of the work. You just need to place the hardened tip on the surface of the material and press the center punch. There are models with and without a round handle. The first ones are a little more expensive, but much more convenient.
Price: from 191 rubles.
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Basic tools for locksmith work
Tools are used for manual processing of various materials. With its help, various operations are performed, and it is reasonable that the quality of the finished work depends not only on the skill of the performer, but also on the right choice of a quality tool. Our article will provide you with useful information about which locksmith tools should definitely find a place in your home workshop.
Vice - used for rigid fixation of workpieces, which are tightly clamped with sliding jaws. The strength of fixation of elements naturally influences the quality of its processing. Vices can be tabletop, which are themselves fixed on a rigid base (screwed to the edge of a workbench, stool), or hand-held, designed for filing small parts.
A file is a metal bar with a notch, which, although it belongs to the category of metal-cutting tools, is often used for working with plastic, wood, etc. A home craftsman's kit requires a set of files of various shapes: flat, triangular, diamond-shaped, semicircular - all options will definitely be needed when performing important plumbing work. You are also unlikely to be able to do without finely cut needle files for processing small parts.
Adjustable wrench - designed for tightening and unscrewing bolts, nuts, and various pipeline elements. The versatility of the wrenches, which consists in the ability to adjust the gap between the jaws, makes it possible to use one tool for bolts and nuts of different sizes.
A wrench is a less “advanced” analogue of an adjustable wrench. It has similar functions, capturing products through a special jaw or contoured protrusions/recesses. There should be several wrenches in the master’s set, since they are selected separately for each nut of a certain size.
A scriber is a small steel rod (diameter - 2.5-6 mm; length - 20 cm) with a sharpened end or insertion needle, which is used for marking: marking the contours of parts on metal.
Pliers are the optimal tool for securely gripping parts and bending small metal elements (wires, wires). The inner surface of the jaws is traditionally equipped with two semicircular grooves with teeth to enhance the quality of fixation of the nuts.
A chisel is an oblong rod, sharpened on one side, used for chopping metal and stone. This impact-cutting tool is used in conjunction with a hammer or sledgehammer: by acting with a hammer on the striker part of the chisel, you give it impact acceleration for confident splitting/cutting of the material being processed.
Punch - necessary for punching a hole in a stone wall or metal sheet. In order to create holes of various sizes, it is worth taking care of having several types of punches.
A punch is an indispensable tool made of solid steel for marking the center of a future hole on metal surfaces. In accordance with the name of such a central hole (core), the instrument received its name. Punching is done by hitting the butt plate of the punch with a hammer.
Soldering iron - logically used for soldering parts. When choosing a soldering iron, do not try to purchase a large one - a soldering iron with a power of 65–100 W is quite suitable for home work.
Tabletop anvil - used as a support if you need to cut or bend metal parts (tin blanks, wire, rod).
Screwdriver - used for tightening/unscrewing screws and screws. There are three categories of screwdrivers: flat and Phillips are used for the corresponding fastener heads, universal models are used everywhere.
A hammer is a standard tool that is impossible to do without in almost any area of construction and repair work. In plumbing, a hammer with a square or round head is used. The end of the working surface opposite the striker, called the toe, is used for the purpose of straightening and drawing out metal.
A sharpening machine (sharpener) is the optimal choice for sharpening tools and cleaning parts. As a rule, they produce tabletop sharpening machines, which, similar to a vice, are fixed on a rigid base. With the help of a sharpening machine, knives, axes and chisels will always be in shape.
Metal hacksaw - structurally consists of a frame and a replaceable hacksaw blade and is intended for sawing metal parts. Hacksaw blades are available in various versions: models with fine teeth are used for cutting hard metals, and models with large teeth are used for soft metals and plastics.
Metric thread gauge
A useful device for measuring the pitch of internal and external threads from 0.25 to 6 mm. Useful for monitoring and creating screw threads. Each of the blades is signed and corresponds to its size. It is very simple to use: just attach one of the blades to the threads and look at its markings.
Price: 324 rubles.
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Set of taps and dies
A universal set of tools for creating internal and external threads. The set includes taps M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12 - three for each size (for blind and through holes), dies M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12, as well as holders for it and auxiliary accessories, including a thread gauge.
Price: 2,460 rubles.
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Screw cutting board and dies
For cutting external threads (bolts, screws), screw cutting boards and dies are used.
Rice. Tool for cutting external threads: a - screw cutting board; b - oblique die with split dies; c - split dies; g - solid die; d - straight die for installing a solid die.
Screw-cutting boards are made from tool steel. The board is used for cutting small screws and bolts with a diameter of up to 1/4 inch, for which it has a number of threaded holes of different diameters. Two grooves are made in each hole to obtain cutting teeth.
The dies are either solid (lerks) or split, consisting of two halves. A solid die is installed in a straight die and a complete cut is obtained in one pass. Split dies are installed in an oblique die, and the threads are cut with these dies in several passes, and with each pass the dies are brought closer together by tightening the thrust screw.
Set of taps and drills
A special tool that drills a hole and simultaneously forms a thread in it. The taps are made of high-speed steel and have hexagonal shanks for installation in a screwdriver. There are six pieces in the set: M3, M4, M5, M6, M8, M10.
Price: 557 rubles.
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Hand tools for mechanics and blacksmiths
Hand-held metalworking and blacksmithing tools for everyday use are assigned to workers for individual or team use.
The heads of hammers and sledgehammers have a smooth, slightly convex surface without warps, chips, gouges, cracks or burrs.
The handles of hammers, sledgehammers and other impact tools are made from dry hardwood (birch, oak, beech, maple, ash, rowan, dogwood, hornbeam) without knots or cross-layers or from synthetic materials that ensure operational strength and reliability in operation. The use of handles made from soft and coarse-layered species - wood (spruce, pine, etc.), from raw wood is not allowed. The handles of hammers, chisels and the like are oval in cross-section along their entire length, smooth and free of cracks.
It is not allowed to work with tools whose handles are mounted on pointed ends (files, scrapers, etc.) without metal banding rings.
The handles (handles) of the shovels are firmly fixed in the holders, and the part of the handle protruding from the holder is cut off obliquely to the plane of the shovel. Shovel handles are made from wood without knots or cross-layers or from synthetic materials.
The crowbars are straight with drawn and pointed ends.
Impact tools (chisels, crosscuts, bits, notches, cores and others) have a smooth back part without cracks, burrs, hardening and bevels. No damage is allowed at the working end. The length of the impact tool is at least 150 mm.
When working with wedges or chisels using sledgehammers, wedge holders with a handle of at least 0.7 m in length are used.
When working with impact tools, workers wear safety glasses to prevent solid particles from getting into their eyes.
The tool at the workplace is located so that it cannot roll or fall. Placing the tool on the railings of fences or the unfenced edge of scaffolding, scaffolding, as well as near open hatches and wells is not allowed.
When carrying or transporting the tool, its sharp parts are protected.
All hand-held metalworking and forging tools (both those located in the tool room and those handed out) are periodically inspected by a control person assigned to the department, at least once a quarter. The faulty tool is removed.
Step drills
A set of three step drills that are very useful for making large holes in sheet metal and soft materials. The hexagonal shank is designed specifically for use with a drill or screwdriver. Dimensions - 3–12 mm, 4–12 mm, 4–20 mm.
Price: 364 rubles.
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Ruler
One of the most important devices is the ruler. It is a mandatory attribute that completes metalworking tools. Its price varies from 100 rubles and above, depending on the size and material used in production. Metal rulers are of the highest quality. It is worth noting that such models have the most accurate division scale.
The following instruments can be classified as measuring instruments:
- feeler gauge - a set of steel plates designed to determine the width;
- a caliper is a ruler with movable rods, used to measure external, internal dimensions, as well as the depth of a hole;
- the micrometer is designed for delicate work, since it can be used to accurately measure the smallest distance;
- A protractor is a professional device used by qualified workers.
Deburring Tool
A convenient device that will help you quickly remove burrs and accurately chamfer bolts, studs, as well as small pipes and rods. Suitable for parts up to 28 mm in diameter. There are two versions to choose from: with a standard hex shank and with a triangular shank.
Price: 382 rubles.
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Countersink
This tool also allows you to remove chamfers and burrs, but in the holes. Useful for expanding them to hide screw heads. The diameter at the largest part is 13 mm, the shank is hexagonal.
Price: 58 rubles.
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Criteria for selecting hand tools
First you need to figure out what can be done with this or that tool. Simply put, you should take a good look at all of its available features. Then you need to clarify what maximum load this device is designed for. Most skilled craftsmen and less experienced workers use professional plumbing tools extensively. But in their arsenal, in addition to modern electric, pneumatic and gasoline devices, there are also hand-held devices. In addition, their range is not decreasing at all and is even steadily expanding, which once again confirms the popularity of this category of instruments. When purchasing, you should pay attention, first of all, to those devices that are the most familiar and familiar to the average person. As a rule, no work can be done without them. What are these locksmith tools, read below.
Scraper
A metalworking tool whose main function is to remove burrs from the edges of sheet materials and holes. The curved knife cuts off everything unnecessary, and thanks to the comfortable handle, you can work without the risk of getting scratched. Includes five spare blades (also sold separately).
Price: from 137 rubles.
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Types of plumbing tools
When starting to get acquainted with the tools, you first need to understand their types. There are generally four groups into which certain devices are grouped. This classification must be known exactly, since for specific work you will need to first take measurements, and then mark and only then “cut off”. So, let's study locksmith tools in more detail.
Group names:
Group 1 – measuring instruments.
Group 2 – marking tools.
Group 3 – general purpose devices.
Group 4 – metalworking and assembly tools.
Bolt Extractors
And these devices are useful for removing broken bolts and studs. A hole is drilled in the damaged fastener, then the extractor is screwed into it. It bites into the remainder of the bolt or stud and, due to the left-hand thread, unscrews the fragment. The set includes eight extractors of various sizes to work with fasteners with a diameter from 4 to 45 mm.
Price: 1,093 rubles.
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Such a familiar hammer
If we consider metalworking tools, there is no doubt that the hammer is the most ancient of all hand tools known today. Every person knows its purpose, design and principle of operation very well. A standard hammer consists of two parts: a massive striking part made of metal and a handle. The back of the impact component is called the butt plate, and the front is called the firing pin. Hammers are designed for a wide variety of jobs, so the shape of the hammers can be different, for example, rectangular or round.
The number of hand construction tools currently reaches more than two dozen. Among professional workers, kits from such brands as Matrix and Bosh (Germany), Force (Taiwan) are popular.
Nut extractors
A tool similar to the previous one, but for loosening nuts with “licked” edges. It works on the same principle: due to left-sided notches. The head is placed on the damaged fastener, securely engages and allows you to unscrew it. The set contains 13 extractors with a diameter from 8 to 19 mm.
Price: 1,757 rubles.
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Guycolom
Another assistant in disassembling damaged fasteners, which will help out in the most advanced cases and help completely defeat rusted nuts. The tool is put on top, after which the rod with a sharp chisel at the end is tightened using a regular wrench and simply cuts the stubborn nut. There are three versions of the product, which differ in size: 12, 14 and 18 mm.
Price: from 271 rubles.
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Stamps
Die-cut stamps with numbers and all letters of the Latin alphabet, which are useful for stamping various signatures on tools, metal and other surfaces. There are many options to choose from, with font sizes ranging from 2mm to 12.5mm.
Price: from 470 rubles.
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Pipe cutter
A miniature device that will allow you to cut copper, brass, aluminum and plastic pipes, obtaining a perfectly smooth edge with a rounded chamfer. Place the tool over the pipe, tighten the clamping screw and rotate the device while holding the pipe itself. There are two versions on sale: for diameters 3–16 mm and 2–22 mm.
Price: from 380 rubles.
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