The DEWALT DCN660 finish nailer has become a staple in the toolkits of both professional carpenters and woodworkers. Renowned for its reliability and precision, this cordless nail gun streamlines the finishing process, making it a go-to for a variety of …
How steady is your hand? How accurately can you make a cut with a circular saw or a cordless drill? The answers will have something to do with your experience as a woodworker. Certainly, professional woodworkers are accustomed to having …
You’re considering purchasing DEWALT tools and might be curious if the batteries from the 20v Max line of tools can be used interchangeably with the 20v XR line. Can you use a standard 20v Max battery with the XR tools? …
DeWALT is a name synonymous with power, durability, and innovation in the world of power tools. At the heart of these tools are the DeWALT 20V and 60V Lithium-ion batteries, designed to ensure consistent performance and longevity. QUICK ANSWER: Yes, …
It’s a question we get asked regularly, and have tried to answer as many times as asked, and have included many brands of power tools and battery technology. We’ve written about Bosch batteries, Makita batteries, and DeWALT batteries and whether they …
We have an article about the must-have tools a beginner should plan to have in his woodworking shop. We wrote this article with the woodworking hobbyist and enthusiast in mind and not for the professional woodworker. We wouldn’t presume to …
When deciding between an 18v and a 20v drill, particularly in popular brands like DeWALT, it’s important to understand their power and performance nuances. The primary difference between 18V and 20V drills lies in the voltage of their batteries, with …
Any rumors about the Festool Domino’s patent expiring soon are patently false. Bad word game there, patent/patently, but if you did hear such a rumor, it would be, at the moment of this article, wrong. The degree to which it …
Cutterheads significantly impact woodworking tool performance. While straight cutterheads are standard, helical and spiral designs offer big improvements. Helical cutterheads minimize tear-out through a shearing cut action, excelling on hardwoods. Spiral cutterheads efficiently cut common woods but lack helical finesse …
My bow saw has a red handle and a 20″ blade. I take good care of it and store it inside, oiling the blade from time to time to prevent rust. I also have a pole saw, and between the …
While we have casually mentioned lathes, turning, and turnery in some of our past articles, we’ve never really written about lathes in detail. Today we will dip our toe in that water a little bit more than we have previously. …
Bargain hunters look for coupons, special discounts, package deals, and previous year’s models, or wait for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or tax holiday sales. With so many cordless tools on our wish list to outfit our woodworking shop, sometimes corners …
In the world of power tools, efficiency is king. And when you’re in your shop, the last thing you need is a truckload of batteries for every brand of tool you’ve got. Enter the Bosch AMPShare Battery Platform – a …
Having compatible and interchangeable batteries across your power tool lineup can make life a lot easier, as being able to use the same battery in your cordless drill, screwdriver, saw, and more is incredibly convenient. For Makita tools, the question …
If you are an experienced woodworker, whether professional or hobbyist, you know about these two power saws. Each comes as a corded tool and a cordless model, and each has a place in every woodworking shop. For the beginner woodworker, …
We’re sure you have at least one power drill in your woodworking shop. They are pretty essential tools to have, whether corded or cordless or even a drill press. Along with the drills, you likely have a variety of bits …
We’ll walk you through the ins and outs of battery tech, highlight what makes DEWALT’s batteries unique, and share why sticking to brand-specific batteries might just save you some headaches. QUICK ANSWER: Yes, DeWALT batteries can technically fit into tools …
A power tool easily transported and brought to the workpiece, a guarantee of a straight cut when ripping boards or plywood, or for cutting floorboards or panels: these are valuable capabilities in a woodworking shop or for a DIY home …