Power Tools Q&A

Allergic To Eggs asked:

Computer aided woodworking?
33 minutes ago - 3 days left to answer.
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31 minutes ago

How new is this??

I was listening to the news (radio) and there was a brief story on computers helping woodworkers

Do you have links to share?
31 minutes ago

A computer program tells a cutting machine to cut the wood according to a design that’s fed into the computer or something

Question posted courtesy of: Arlene

mike r asked:

is it possible to change a 240v plug for a 110v plug and then use the tool or do you have to use a transformer?ie will changing the plug be enough to let the tool work.

Question posted courtesy of: Virginia

aria2323 asked:

This is the class description:

Students taking this class will work on a pre-selected project using either hand tools and/or small power tools. The project will include most phases of woodworking skills: cutting, gluing, sanding and assembly. Materials for this project will be furnished, however, students are encouraged to bring their own power or hand tools to use.

Any suggestions?

Question posted courtesy of: Eleanor

ANGEL ICE asked:

i have a power tool it has a 110v 3 pin BAYONET PLUG at the end of it. would it be safe to take the bayonet plug off and exchange it for a standard uk 230v plug.
will it blow up, would it damage the tool or anything.

Question posted courtesy of: Dennis

JD asked:

Im 21 in jan, wanting to start a tool collection so when come around to buyin a home with my new wife, for xmas i just got a few tools and a chest and cabinet to store tools from my inlaws, im looking to ask for a larger power tool for my birthday, though after browsing lowes and home depot im finding it hard to decide on which power tool id like, id like to know what power tool is most used in your garage, for example a mitre saw, table saw, circular saw….? i already have electric drill screwdrivers hammers etc, hand tools, im looking for a power tool for the garage that will be used almost as much as it is stored, i am a believer in building/constructing most things around the house from things i see in the store rather than buying them for convienience. Many Thanks, oh and also if you dont mind, could you also tell me what you mainly use it for?
2nd answer.. i belive in building things for around the house, example you see a closet you like, or a dresser, (or the wife, most prolly) dont buy it for convience go to a home imporvement store check the prices to d.I.Y and if cheaper, get in the garage and do it, right now i dont own a house so i believe the land lord should be doing that! Im talking for bigger projects i guess~!

Question posted courtesy of: Ida

SB asked:

I’m raking the moss off the lawn by hand, and it is taking a long time.

Is there a power tool that can do this job ?
If so, what is it called and where can I get one ?

Thanks

Question posted courtesy of: Jeff