case_and_frontpanels_diy_common_tools
Measurement
Flexible Steel Ruler with Cork backing - From Arts stores. An excellent idea that I stole ;)
Calipers - For measuring drill bits, shaft diameters, and hole diameters
Clamps/Vices - Various sizes and shapes, for holding things still while you drill/saw/bust them up
Drilling
Rotary Tool
Drill Press - For accurate drilling of PCB's and faceplates
Drill bit set
Router bit set
Nibbling tool - for making odd shaped holes (Careful! These can be savage)
Reamer - for making odd shaped holes
Center punch - For marking the location of holes to be drilled and scribing lines on metal
Abrasive/Cutting
File Set - Flat, round, half round, rasp and needle
Hacksaw - For cutting solid objects
Spare Hacksaw Blades - For use by hand
Coping Saw - For cutting holes in cases
Razor Knife - Stanley/X-Acto, etc. NOT for use on plastic cases unless you have a death wish
case_and_frontpanels_diy_common_tools.txt · Last modified: 2016/06/27 13:36 by psykhaze