18 Different
Types of Air Tools
Discover
the different types of air tools you can use for your next DIY project or for a
massive project such as a home or vehicle repair. Air tools or pneumatic tools
will get the job done and so much easier for you
Air
tools, also known as pneumatic tools, are powered by compressed air. The
jackhammer used in drilling holes on the road is probably one of the most
well-known samples of an air tool. While factory workers and professional
contractors are known to use this kind of tools, more and more homeowners and
do-it-yourself enthusiasts have been using them for home improvement or vehicle repair.
Air tools are lightweight,
portable, easy-to-use, and can speed up work related to drilling, sanding,
painting, or spray painting. They’re also of great use in remote locations that
have little to no access to power.
Air-Powered Drill
The
biggest reason why people seek out air tools is
that they allow jobs to be completed more quickly. You can get things done much
more easily when you have access to pneumatic tools. The air drill that is being
shown here is no exception. This drill is going to be able to make short work
of any job that you have to do.
The ergonomic design of the
handle will ensure that you stay comfortable even when you have been working
for a long time. This is a well-balanced drill due to the durable ball bearing
construction. It was designed to reduce the amount of vibration, making it
easier to use and helping it to last you for a very long time. This is a really
good tool that is going to prove useful to you in a bunch of different
situations.
Pneumatic Sander
Trying to sand something in a
manual fashion is a very tedious process. It can take you so much time just to
sand a small surface area that it is disheartening to some people. This is not
going to be the case when you have access to a pneumatic sander. You will be
able to work very swiftly to get your sanding completed when you have access to
this tool.
Pneumatic sanders have become
far more common than traditional manual sanders in the modern era. You will be
able to get one of these sanders at a fair price so it is a good idea to own
one. These are very useful for many at home projects so you will certainly be
able to get your money’s worth. These can be found just about anywhere that
tools are sold.
Pneumatic Socket Wrench
Owning a good socket wrench set
is something that everyone should aspire to. These are handy tools that are
going to be necessary when working on various things. Manual socket wrenches or
ratchet tools are quite useful but pneumatic ones are even better. Owning a
pneumatic socket wrench set will make your work go by in the blink of an eye.
These pneumatic socket wrenches
being shown off here are very useful. This set contains several different
precision ratchets. You can make good use of these to take care of jobs around
your home. This would make for a useful socket wrench kit for a professional as
well so it comes highly recommended.
Pneumatic Grease Gun
Owning a pneumatic grease gun
is going to come in handy. The powerful design of these air grease guns allows
you to control the flow of grease very easily. It also features a very good
pump that can keep the flow of the grease going continuously, allowing you to
get your job done faster. This is going to make everything a lot more efficient
so seeking out a pneumatic grease gun is a sensible choice.
An air grease gun such as this
isn’t the most inexpensive tool but it will be worth the price. When you take
into consideration how well this tool works and how much easier it is going to
make things, you will want to own one. You should be able to find these tools
at large hardware retailers without any problems. Some smaller hardware stores
may not keep pneumatic grease guns in stock but you should be able to track one
down without any issues.
Pneumatic Staple Gun
When you need to use staples
for upholstery purposes, it is a great idea to buy a pneumatic staple gun. This
tool is going to allow you to work much more quickly and everything is going to
turn out nicely. People use these types of staple guns for upholstery, trim
molding, and other craft projects that require staples. You’ll love how easy
this staple gun feels to use as it doesn’t take much getting used to before you
are able to master it.
This staple gun is very safe as
well. It has several safety features that will keep you from accidentally
firing staples. The trigger lock-out mechanism is an excellent feature and it
will keep you from hurting yourself while you’re doing the job. The exhaust
cover is multi-directional as well, ensuring that the exhaust will rotate away
from the user. You’ll be able to feel safe throughout the entire time you are
using this and it is definitely a recommended buy.
Air-Powered Hammer
People use these air-powered
hammers to make both demolition and detail work much more simple. These hammers
are very powerful and you will be able to break down various things with ease.
The hammer being shown here is quite powerful, being capable of delivering up
to 2,280 BPM. It can make quick work of many demolition projects for you and it
feels really nice to use.
The variable speed throttle
that is equipped in this hammer makes it simple to control as well. You will
feel as though you are in full control of your hammer throughout your time
using it. Ease of use is great when you’re working with powerful tools such as
this. These hammers are used by professionals and amateur carpenters both but
the price tag may be a bit much for most novices.
Brad Nailer
Owning
a brad nailer is going to make a big difference when you need to use smaller
nails. A normal hammer simply isn’t going to work effectively on these thinner
nails so having a brad nailer around is going to make your job seem a lot
easier. You can effectively drive all of the nails that you need to when using this powerful air tool.
Despite its power, it’s actually easy to handle as it only weighs a smidgen
over two pounds.
This
tool is also very durable despite being so lightweight. It comes in a very
rugged aluminum casing, ensuring that you will be able to make use of this tool
for many years. This is very handy to have in your tool collection and it will
be a necessity when dealing with thinner nails. These brad nailers are
affordably priced so don’t hesitate to pick one up if you’re in need.
Framing Nailer
As you
might expect, framing nailers are used for more heavy-duty jobs than brad
nailers are. These framing nailers are capable of driving nails exactly where
you need them to go. People use them for framing work and they can make getting
the job completed a much quicker experience overall. The industrial design of
this tool is going to make driving nails a streamlined process, allowing you to
do your job at a high speed with great proficiency.
These
nailers are something that is used by professionals more than they are by
amateurs. You won’t find framing nailers in the toolboxes of too many people
who don’t work in carpentry or construction of some sort. Regardless, this is a
very useful tool that will make certain tasks a lot easier. You will love
having one of these if you are in need.
Pneumatic Speed Saw
Having
a pneumatic speed saw is going to save your arm a lot of unnecessary trauma.
Air compression completely changed the game when it comes to sawing things.
What once used to be an arduous process is now a quick task that can be
performed with great precision. This pneumatic speed saw is going to help you
to cut things very quickly and you will be happy to save yourself time and
energy.
One of
the best reasons to use a speed saw over a traditional saw is that
it is much simpler to cut straight. You won’t be tiring yourself out and
maintaining a straight cut is going to be a lot easier because of this. If you
need to cut a lot of lumber, then it makes sense to have a speed saw. Purchasing
one of these is going to be useful if you do construction projects on a regular
basis.
Hydraulic Riveter
Riveting
is something that requires a bit of skill and you want to make things as simple
as possible for yourself. Having access to a high-quality riveter is going to
make everything much more manageable so it is a good idea to seek out a
hydraulic riveter. These air-powered riveters are going to be able to rivet
whatever you need them to. You can work in a precise fashion with this
hydraulic riveter and it will feel good in your hands as well.
The
model that is shown here is a tool that has proven to be popular with both
professionals and novices. This air rivet gun is capable of doing a great job
while operating much more quietly than many of its contemporaries. This rivet
gun is going to be able to last you for a long time due to its durable design
and high-quality build. Fastening aluminum rivets will be as simple as it can
possibly be when you have access to this riveter.
Impact Wrench
Making use of this impact wrench is going to make your job
feel good. Using a high-quality tool such as this
always feels as if it is a treat and you will love how well this impact wrench
does its job. This tool features a handy three-speed power regulator that
allows you to get the proper tension on whatever you are wrenching. The amount
of torque you can get with this wrench is going to make working on your car or
your tractor a simple prospect.
This
impact wrench was made with ease of use in mind. It is lightweight but it still
manages to be very durable. The hammer grip feels very ergonomic and it won’t
vibrate too badly at all when you are using it. It will feel very smooth
whenever you are wrenching on something and this makes your job much more
pleasant.
People
who work in construction buy impact wrenches to make everything go more
smoothly. These tools will prove useful to anyone who needs to use a wrench on
a regular basis. If you don’t want to have to use your own power to wrench
something into place, then having an impact wrench around is going to be
perfect. It can save you from needing to exert yourself and it will do the job
more swiftly.
Needle Scaler
If you
need to get rid of rust, barnacles, or even soot, then you should get yourself
a needle scaler. Metal surfaces need to be cleaned off properly. You need the
right tool to perform this job to the best of your ability. A good needle
scaler is going to be able to help you with this job, making quick work of all
of removing all of these materials from the surface of the metal.
You
will find needle scalers that have different design styles. This one is a
needle scaler pistol gun. The pistol design is very easy to use and has proven
to be the most popular. This model is very precise and it will remove paint
just as well as it can remove rust. You can have a better experience removing
materials from metal surfaces when you have a pneumatic needle scaler at the
ready.
Of
course, this is something that is more commonly used by professionals who need
to clean up metal. You will be able to make use of this on your property as
well if you would like to, though. If you need to clean up a rusty old metal bed frame or
a car, then this needle scaler is going to prove to be very useful.
It’s just good to understand that this is a specialty tool that not everyone is
going to use in their lifetimes.
Tire Inflation Tools
It is a
good idea to have some sort of a tire inflation tool available to use. You need
to be able to fill up your tires when you need to and it might not always be
possible to limp your car to the gas station where they have an air compressor. Some people
refer to these tools as air compressors and others call them to tire inflators.
They are both referring to the same thing so you should just recognize that
this is a useful tool to have access to.
Owning
your own air compressor is going to be very important over the years. You may
need it to inflate the tires on your tractor or your car. It will come in handy
for many other reasons too so it is going to be worth spending a little money
on this. The model being shown off here is portable and can be taken with you
on the go to help in the event that you need to air up your tires.
Pneumatic Shears
These
pneumatic shears are made to cut through sheet metal. It is impressive how
powerful pneumatic shears really are. They can cut through sheet metal
similarly to how a pair of scissors can cut through a sheet of paper. You will
need this tool if you are working with sheet metal and you need to make some
cuts.
Pneumatic
shears are very good at what they do. You will be able to cut sheet metal with
precision using this tool. This is going to allow you to do your job properly
and you can enjoy a smooth experience. The pneumatic shears being shown here
are very lightweight, making it simple to work for a long time when you need
to. You will always feel as though you have good control over the shears and
they will work well to cut through aluminum or plastic if you have a need.
Die Grinder
A die
grinder is a necessary tool when you need to widen holes in metal. You may also
use a die grinder when you have to fill in edges on a piece of metal. You can
polish metal edges and define curves on pieces of metal using this fantastic
tool. When you buy a quality die grinder, you can expect it to be
user-friendly.
This
die grinder is compact and has an angled design. This makes working on metal a
lot simpler and allows you to stay in a comfortable position throughout your
time working. This also features a lock-off throttle so that you don’t start it
up by accident. You’ll feel very safe and confident while using this die
grinder.
This is
not a tool that is commonly purchased by novices or DIY enthusiasts. It is
mostly a tool that is popular with professionals who need to work on metal. If
you have a use for a die grinder, then you are going to enjoy having access to
a high-quality tool that will do its job well. It isn’t an everyday tool but it
is absolutely necessary for certain situations.
Pneumatic Blower
This
pneumatic blower is commonly used to remove debris such as dust. When you need
to clean something that is inside of a machine or a vehicle, then this is going
to prove especially useful. You can make short work of dust and grime by using
this pneumatic blower. It is very simple to use and the blower is light enough
to make using it for a long time not uncomfortable.
These
blowers are used to restore machines. The model being shown off here is an
industrial blower that is perfect for cleaning things expediently. It has a
high-quality build that is going to allow it to last you for a long time. If
you need to clean something that is hard to reach, then using a pneumatic
blower is going to be a great solution.
Paint Sprayer
Paint
sprayers are very important when you want to be able to paint something as
quickly as possible. Professionals often use these paint sprayers to make
painting houses much quicker than it would otherwise be. These paint sprayers
are actually capable of being very accurate so you won’t have to worry about it
not being well suited for a large scale painting job. These may not be ideal
for small detail painting but they are superb for painting large
surface areas.
You can
buy a paint sprayer at a very reasonable price too. You will be able to
purchase one of these without spending too much money and it will come in handy
when you need to paint your home. These types of paint sprayers are used to
paint cars as well but the process is somewhat different. Consider whether or
not you are in need of an industrial paint sprayer and then make the purchase
if it will prove useful to you.
Pneumatic Screwdriver
Having
a pneumatic screwdriver might not seem as though it would be all that important
at first glance. It is true that most people will be able to get by just fine
with a traditional screwdriver. Having access to a pneumatic screwdriver will
make the process a lot quicker, though. If you want to be able to screw things
in very fast so that you can stay ahead of a schedule, then using a pneumatic
screwdriver is going to be quite practical.
This
screwdriver comes in the popular pistol grip design. You can also find
screwdrivers that are simply straight, just the same as a traditional manual
screwdriver. The pistol design makes a lot of sense for a pneumatic device and
this will seem very natural to use. You will be able to screw things into place
very swiftly and being able to make short work of jobs is the primary reason
why people purchase these.
Screwdrivers
such as this are definitely purchased more commonly by professionals. People
who need to make sure that things are done as efficiently as possible will
appreciate a pneumatic screwdriver. The price of this screwdriver really isn’t
all that high so it would be practical for an average person to own one as
well. Just decide whether you need the extra power of a tool such as this and
consider your budget before moving forward.