best power inverter to charge power tools?

November 6, 2010 by admin · 2 Comments
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DrPepperme asked:


I want to install a power inverter in my truck so that I can charge the batteries for my cordless tools when I am on the job site. I use 18v cordless tools. I don’t know what to look for in an inverter. Any help would be appreciated.

how powerful does my generator have to be to power my tools?

October 16, 2010 by admin · 2 Comments
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boss asked:

i have to rent a generator how powerful does it have to be to power lets say 2 saws and about 8 flood lights that are 500W. or 16- at 150W. how many watts should the generator be? can it be like a little portable one thats like 3ft or will it have to be one of those huge ones that you have to tow with a truck?

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What does Amps mean on power tools?

October 14, 2010 by admin · 3 Comments
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Don’t Tase Me Bro asked:

I am looking to buy a new Rotary Hammer Drill, but I am unsure of how the amps apply. I am guessing the lower the amps the easier it will get bogged down?

More amps = more power??

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Looking to buy lots of tools, would it be ideal to electrical tools or air powered tools and why?

August 31, 2010 by admin · 2 Comments
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aivsdeveloper asked:

sander
screwdriver
and many more, too many to list

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Patents on cordless power tools and accessories?

August 29, 2010 by admin · 1 Comment
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John N asked:

For combo cordless power tool sets, there are many accessories the manufacturer promotes - the drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw, small vacuum, light, radio, etc.

If someone comes up with another tool that can be used, using the same batteries of a combo pack, can a patent be obtained for that idea?

Hypothetically speaking, lets say the radio for use in combination, with a specific brand power tool set has not been done before. Obviously, the radio is not new, nor is a battery powered radio. The idea of designing a radio to be powered by the same batteries used for the other accessories may be new and be allowed patent protection.

I have been doing some patent searching, but I’m having difficulty in narrowing the search down.
Any suggests on finding the patents on these manufacturers as it might relate to my situation?

Does it seem possible to get a patent like this, and how would I specify the claims?

How would I approach manufactures after filing?

Thanks.
I would hope to sell or license the idea to a power tool manufacturer like DeWalt or Ryobi. I wouldn’t expect to manufacture and sell this tool to be used with the battery packs of a different company.

I think the idea I would want to claim in the patent is, the combination of a specific device that is powered by the batteries of a tool kit. The tool kit comprising the various tools, the battery and charging unit.

Example - Let’s say the radio hasn’t been used in combination with a power tool kit. Could DeWalt have patented the combination of the two. This would be a benefit to DeWalt because their competition wouldn’t be able to offer that feature and thus customers might be more inclined to buy the DeWalt kit. This would result in more sales of the other DeWalt power tools to go with the batteries of that kit.

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Where could I find the schematic for item number 47991 Chicago Electric power tool drill?

August 28, 2010 by admin · 1 Comment
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Priscilla asked:

This is a 1/2″ Variable Speed Reversible Drill D-Handle 120V/60HZ/10/UL listed 908
E194601. I am trying to locate the screw that holds the chuck to the motor.

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can you use compressed co2 to power a pneumatic rotary tool?

August 26, 2010 by admin · 7 Comments
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carl b asked:

I want to power a rotary sander with compressed co2. Even though the tool is designed to be powered by compressed air, will co2 work?

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Is there an adapter to run my cordless tools as corded?

August 25, 2010 by admin · 2 Comments
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Joel asked:

I would like to run my cordless tool kit from AC power when available. This would save me from having to pack around redundant tools when I have a plug available. I guess I could twist the arm of some of my more electron-savvy friends to help build this, but maybe there is a commercially available option.?

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what voltage are site power tools in WA?

July 20, 2010 by admin · 2 Comments
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STEVE SHALL asked:

what voltage are portable site power tools in WA

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Using 110v 50Hz tools in Canada?

May 12, 2010 by admin · 1 Comment
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JASON M asked:

I have UK 110v power tools which normally run off a 50Hz supply from a 240-110v transformer. Would these work using a Canada 120v receptacle, or would the frequency difference be a problem? I’m talking mostly drills and saws.

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