Whether it’s minor repairs or major renovations, regardless of the scope of the planned work, you’ll need the right tools. Which ones? It all depends on the tasks you want to do. So, will traditional tools or power tools work better? How do they differ and which option will work better?
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Are power tools better than hand tools?
The answer to this question is - it depends. For people who repair something occasionally, for DIY purposes, traditional tools may be better, primarily because they are cheaper than power tools . If they are used occasionally, the investment may not be worth it. However, assuming that the tools are used more often, it is worth considering which option will be more beneficial and convenient.
In fact, both variants have certain advantages and disadvantages, which is why the topic should be analyzed quite individually. Owners of power tools will certainly notice that one of the most important advantages of power tools is the improvement of the pace of work. Speed and efficiency of operation are features that are valued first and foremost by professionals. Additionally, using power tools requires much less force to perform specific tasks than in the case of hand tools. They are also more precise, so they allow you to do the work not only faster, but also more accurately. Many of the power tools available on the market have many additional functions that make everyday work easier and faster.
In turn, supporters of hand tools point out that compared to power tools, these are reliable devices. They usually do not break down, and do not even need electricity to operate. Thanks to this, they can be easily used anywhere and in any conditions. Another advantage is the cost of purchase, which is significantly lower than power tools.
What is the main difference between hand tools and equipment?
Hand tools and power tools differ from each other in almost everything: price, mechanism of action, complexity of the device. While power tools operate thanks to a motor that is powered by electricity, a battery or compressed air, hand tools require human muscle power to operate.
Similarly, differences can be indicated in the context of the complexity of the mechanism, because power tools are more complicated in construction, starting from the construction itself, through the mechanism of operation and additional functions. Equipped with an engine and moving parts, they allow for control of the operation, depending on the nature of the work performed. In turn, traditional tools must be simple in construction, have a low-complexity structure and are very intuitive in use.
Power tools are advanced tools that allow you to work in various materials, including hard concrete. The range of work that can be done is therefore large, they will work great on any construction site. Especially where the time of completion of work counts.
What jobs require only hand tools?
Due to their specific nature, hand tools will not always be sufficient. They will work perfectly in uncomplicated work. Due to their small size, they are a better solution when repairs need to be made in hard-to-reach places, where power tools, due to their size, simply will not work. The most useful hand tools in a home workshop are screwdrivers, a hammer, a chisel, a French wrench or circular saws. This is the ideal set for simple repairs.
Hand tools are a good choice for small tasks where precision is a must, whereas drilling holes in the wall without power tools would be difficult, to say the least.
Power tools are an investment, not an expense
When considering the purchase of appropriate tools, the subject should be approached not through the prism of cost, but treating the expense as an investment. It is always worth remembering that the price of the device should not be the only determinant, it is definitely better to pay special attention to additional functions, parameters, etc.
The purchase of power tools should be treated as an investment by people who work on renovation and construction orders on a daily basis. Where functionality, safety and durability count, it is best to invest in good quality equipment that will work flawlessly for as long as possible. Multifunctional tools such as drills and screwdrivers , grinders , screwdrivers and fiddles , wrenches , circular saws, jigsaws or grinding and cleaning tools , when they are of good quality, can be used for a long time.
Selecting the battery power for power tools
Cordless power tools are characterized by great versatility, precision and universality. You can take them anywhere to perform the assigned task at home and outside. Many of them are easy to use, so specialist skills are not required. It is best to choose the right power tool for your needs. Different equipment is useful for professionals, different for people who occasionally perform renovation work.
Onninen's offer includes equipment that will be useful to everyone. A device that is characterized by great functionality is, for example, the Greenworks drill-driver, in a set with a charger and two batteries . The whole thing is enclosed in a convenient case to facilitate storage and transport. The drill is dedicated to drilling, among others, wood, but also ceramics, metal, laminate, plastics or fiberglass. The device is very effective in everyday work, equipped with torque regulation. A great solution is to add LED lighting, to improve the comfort of work and precision. It can also be used for screwing and unscrewing, e.g. when assembling furniture.
A good quality power tool that will be used by both specialists and DIY enthusiasts is the Scheppach BCAG125-20Pro-S brushless angle grinder . A big advantage of this model is the ability to adapt the device to work for right- and left-handed people. The comfortable handle has a 3-step adjustment. The device is safe and functional, and the lack of brushes in the engine means that it can be used for cutting and processing for a long time.
Materials that require special treatment, such as reinforced concrete structures, require the use of more professional equipment. An example is the Scheppach DH1300PLUS 5J impact hammer with a high-performance engine and the ability to adjust the impact frequency, ranging from 0 to as much as 4500 bpm. The set includes the necessary accessories, such as a set of drills, a depth stop, an adjustable auxiliary handle, as well as a flat and sharp chisel. The whole thing is enclosed in a practical case.