Power Supplies Reviews

I have several high-dollar A/V components, and I want to do everything I can to protect my investment.

But how do you evaluate power protection? All I can say for certain is that everything plugged into this unit turns on and stays on. Without looking behind the rack, I would be hard pressed to tell the difference between a surge protector from a hardware store and an expensive unit like this.

That having been said, I am happy with this purchase. The unit integrates well with my other components and has plenty of protection for power, coax, cat-5, etc. The front outlet is a nice convenience, and the front readouts let you know that your wiring is working properly.

I honestly don't know if power protection makes any difference in my viewing experience, but it makes a man feel good to know it's there!

I think a spark lighter like this is a must-have for owners of gas torches without built-in igniters. I bought one to light my new propane torch, and it works great. Much more convenient than using matches.

There are 5 replacement flints included, which should last you a long time. They are stored in a small plastic holder that keeps them safe.

This centering cone should be standard equipment with any router. It's absolutely essential for accurate template guided work. I made a lot of firewood before I realized that my baseplate and template guide were not centered on my bit. It's especially frustrating when doing inlays and your work pieces don't mate perfectly. This simple centering cone fixes all that and you don't necessarily need a Bosch router to use it.
Most higher-end routers come with baseplates that have two sets of holes to mount it to the router base. One set is fixed and is used at the factory to align the baseplate close to center. The other set is elongated and allows you to fine tune the placement of the baseplate on the base. The factory holes are close, but not perfect. If you need to do precise work like inlays, you'll want to use the second set of holes, and to use those, you NEED this centering cone.
Attach a medium-sized template guide to the baseplate, say or 3/8" or 1/2" then attach the baseplate to the router base loosely using the elongated set of screw holes. Gently push the long end of the centering cone into the router's collet and tighten the collet to the point where the cone is snug, but can be moved in and out of the collet with a little force. Now continue to push the cone into the collet until the cone comes in contact with the template guide and keep pushing until the cone can't be pushed in any more. This will pull the baseplate into exact center on the collet. Before removing the cone, gently tighten the baseplate screws without moving the baseplate. Remove the cone, chuck a bit, and you're ready to do some precision work.
Remember, all template guides are not made alike, so it' a good idea to pull out this cone and re-center whenever you change the template guide.

Great product, would suggest checking local building codes before using for roofing, however, I love this stapler!! couldnt ask for a better gun!

This gun is fairly light and replaces 3 other guns. We used one heavy gun for shooting 16d 3-1/2" common nails for structural framing, one for Simpson hangers, and one for shooting regular 0.131 framing nails. This does all of that with an adjustable (no tools) depth gauge! I usually weld a receiver and run a 1/4" bolt in it, that I double nut for a depth gauge.

I am impressed. Somebody thought this one out.

I bought this sandblaster for a few weekend projects. It is very easy to use, and works fantastic! I used it to sandblast engine cases on my 1960 Harley. I purchased a grit called "Starblast" on the recomendation of my local supplier. This stuff worked great in the Cambell Hausfeld, and gave me professional looking results.

I've had one of these Campbell Hausfeld tanks for many years, to carry compressed air outside to work on lawn equipment.

Pros:

- For low air-volume applications, or when you need decent pressure for a short while, it works just fine. It's purpose is to have compressed air on a small job (or tire-filling), where there is no electricity.

Cons:

- After filling the tank (125 psi to 175 psi, depending on your air compressor), pressure will quickly drop below 80 psi once you start using it. So, this tank is only practical for air tool use of very short duration - e.g., an air ratchet wrench to remove a handful of bolts/nuts. Air tools just don't work [well] with insufficient pressure. In fact, with 11 gallons of pressurized air, this tank is only useful for small air-volume applications, regardless of pressure needed. Of course, the tank can be refilled as needed, but that gets tiresome.

With no electricity nearby, options include: this tank, a long extension cord, or a long air hose. Otherwise, any air compressor would be a better choice, since air volume at pressure, will be unlimited. (Of course, the cheapest tank air compressors cost around $100.)

This hose is a MUST for anyone who uses air tools on a regular basis. It is super-light and flexible, making it much easier to carry around attached to your nailer. Try using a standard rubber hose hooked to your nailer while nailing above your head all day. It is so easy to drag around and use while on a ladder or pick. Cold weather doesn't affect these hoses, they stay flexible. If you get a hole in the hose, just cut off the bad section and use a repair coupler or re-use the removeable end fitting, it is very easy to do and it's leakproof. If you're still using the old-fashioned rubber air hoses, try a Flex-Eel, you'll love it!

Love the blue color, love the lightup plug, love how rugged this cord.

I used it so far with my Toro Super Blower (leaf blower) and ...go figure 2 weeks later....with my Toro Snow Electric Snow Thrower.

My last cord must have been inappropriate because, with this cord, I have so much more power. I noticed it with my leaf blower...so much more powerful using this cord. Heavy duty cord.

Buy it...you won't be disappointed. Home Depot charges double the price for similar cord.

I was able to buy one of these when it was on sale for $30. It has plenty of capacity to run my compressor and everything else at the same time on the job.
The only complaint is that it'll wear you out if you have to wrap and unwrap it often."HEAVY"