All car garages should have power tools in their tool box. But why? Because they provide comfort and well-being, as well as good results when executing tasks.
When the price of power tools is weighed against the return they provide and the time saved when performing tasks, there can be no doubt of their advantages. Therefore, the tools and these factors must be considered when considering investing in opening a car garage.
Find out what these are and the power tools essential for your workshop.
What are power tools?
A power tool is a tool powered by a power source.
Generally speaking, the most common types of power tools use electric motors.
This type of tool is, as has been said previously, a way of increasing the productivity of a garage, ensuring better results.
The main safety rules applied to power tools
To avoid incidents that arise due to power tools being mishandled, it is essential that you follow some safety rules:
- Keep your workspace organised and clean;
- Handle tools in well-lit areas;
- Keep all guards in place and in good condition;
- Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations;
- Wear safety goggles when using the tools;
- Whenever the tool is not in use or before it is serviced, unplug it and, if possible, store it in a tool cabinet;
- If you accidentally cut a tool cord or damage its insulation, do not try to repair it at your own risk. Contact a power tool repair technician.
9 Essential power tools for professional use
To provide your customers with the best results, your tools must be up to scratch.
With this in mind, here are the 9 power tools you should have in your car garage:
1. Wireless Charging Dual Pad
It’s normal for some devices to run out of battery when in use. As such, it’s helpful to always have a charger on hand.
Our Dual Wireless Charger, which can be used on devices with wireless functionality, features nylon TPE coating and two 10W power outputs, allowing for two devices to be charged simultaneously, as well as a mobile phone connector.
Click on the image to find out more about our Wireless Charging Dual Pad. (Ref.1084)
2. Impact Wrench – one of the main power tools in a car garage
This is one of the most commonly used power tools in car garages. An impact wrench is used, in short, to tighten and loosen pressure screws thanks to its torque power.
An impact driver is the best tool to remove screws from plates when you cannot do so manually using ordinary tools.
The impact driver in the picture above has a charging voltage of 18V. Its battery fully charges in approximately 90 minutes.
However, charging time may vary depending on the ambient temperature and power source voltage.
Click on the image to find out more about our Impact Wrench 1/2 ” 650Nm 18V Battery. (Ref.9900)
3. Touch LED Light
Whether to illuminate your entire work area or to signal the locations of tool carts (which is very useful in poorly lit areas), an LED lamp is the solution and another of the must-have power tools in your workshop.
Our 5W 500mm Touch LED lamp produces 380 Lumens and has a voltage of 100-240V AC.
Click on the image to find out more about our Touch LED Light. (Ref.1099)
4. Pen Lamp
Sometimes the lighting necessary to see specific car parts is lacking, making it difficult to make a correct diagnosis. When faced with this problem, an LED torch is the perfect solution.
Our Rechargeable 6+1 COB LED Pen Torch is fitted with 6 front LEDs, 1 Top LED and is powered by 3 MI-MH 3.6 V rechargeable batteries.
In addition, it can be charged via a USB cable.
Click on the image below to find out more about our Pen Lamp. (Ref.1075)
5. LED Rechargeable Foldables Pocket Slimlight
This is, without a doubt, one of the power tools required in any mechanic’s garage. After all, choosing the right LED inspection flashlight gives you the lighting necessary to produce better final results when fitting or fixing specific car parts.
To ensure you have access to a device suitable for any situation, opt for a Slim 3-LED articulated, rechargeable inspection lamp.
By doing so, you can enjoy the lighting produced by a high-power COB LED lamp and the IP54 – IK 07 protection provided by this device.
Click on the image to find out more about our LED Rechargeable Foldables Pocket Slimlight. (Ref.1089)
6. SMD LED 200LM Worklight for car Hood
When you open a car hood, you never know quite what’s inside.
To make things easier, our 2000lm SMD LED Hood Light helps you correctly diagnose any problem thanks to high-power SMD LED, rubber supports and three operating modes (maximum power, normal, and ECO).
Click on the image below to find out more about our SMD LED 200LM Worklight for car Hood. (Ref.1086)
7. Projector 50W LED Cable 5M
Ensure every work area is well-lit with our 50W LED projector with a 5-metre cable, 6500k colour temperature, 4000 lm brightness, and three 230V 16A power plugs.
Click on the image to find out more about our Projector 50W LED Cable 5M. (Ref.1058)
8. 50W COB LED Rechargeable Floodlight
As plug sockets aren’t always where you need them to be, the COB LED 50W floodlight with battery provides the lighting solution you need for hard-to-reach places thanks to its high-power LED and two light modes (normal and ECO).
Click on the image to find out more about our 50W COB LED Rechargeable Floodlight. (Ref.1088)
9. Tripod for Spotlight
For the last item on our list, use your battery-powered LED floodlight on a tripod stand at a minimum height of 720mm and a maximum height of 1600mm to ensure you don’t miss a single detail.
When it comes to tools for professional use, there are many brands of power tools on the market. But which is best?
Click on the image to find out more about our Tripod for Spotlight. (Ref.1052)
What is the best power tool brand for use in a car garage?
Seeking to provide the best quality for any garage, KROFtools supplies a line of professional power tools able to assist in carrying out the main tasks required of any garage.
Looking for power tools online? Then visit our website. Click here to explore our range of power tools.
How much do power tools cost?
Power tool prices vary between €20 and 800.
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