Power Tools

Posted By: Steve August 20, 2017

Decided on these power tools based on advice from various RV builder’s web sites. Bandsaws tend to sport blades suitable only for wood, but a higher Teeth Per Inch (Tpi) is best for aluminium. I sourced an Axminster Bandsaw and changed the blade to 32 Tpi High Carbon. A Record Power Belt Sander, Pillar Drill & Bench Grinder filled up the table! I fitted Scotchbrite Wheels to the grinder for deburring.

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