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Have you ever overtightened a bolt and ruined the threads inside? How about ruining the threads on a bolt? Need to make threads in a newly drilled hole? Well, Taps and Dies are the tools to solve these issues and more! What Are Taps & Dies?  A tap is a tool that you use to cut a thread into the material surrounding a hole, while a die is used for cutting threads into a rod that will mate with that hole. Dies are also used to cut new threads on new bolts, or repair threads on existing screws and bolts. There are several different types of taps and dies: Taps A tap is a tool that..

Purchasing a high-quality knife will yield you much better results and last a lot longer. The knives that are included in your stationary or portable power planes are good for getting started out of the box, but they won’t produce the best results and will ultimately fail the test of time. There are a few different types of knives you can find on the market for your power planer: TCT (Tungsten Carbide Tipped) or HM (Hard Metal) The TCT blades are tipped with a tungsten carbide insert to increase the longevity of the blade. The blades will last the longest when compared to steel blades..

  When it comes to high-precision woodworking operations—whether moulding, doors & windows, flooring, or panel processing—standard tools often fall short of the mark. That’s where custom cutters come into play. This article explores what custom cutters are, why a shop might invest in them, how the process works, and what to consider when specifying them.     1. What Are Custom Cutters? Custom cutters are cutting tools—such as router bits, shaper knives, and profiler heads—that are designed and manufactured to a specific profile or application rather than being “off-the-she..

What exactly is an End Mill? At first glance, you might think that end mills are just different types of drill bits. As the name suggests, however, end mills are used in milling applications and are a type of cutting tool.  There are several categories available, and they may be further divided by the application, such as slotting, side milling, tapering, or pocket milling. What is Milling?  To have a better understanding of end mills and their uses, one needs to know what milling is. In basic terms, milling is a technique that uses a rotating cutting tool to carve out 3-dimensional s..

Things to Consider When Choosing Grinding Wheels for Metalworking Choosing the right abrasive for your metalworking is an important step. Not only will it provide the best results, but it will also help to improve your productivity and cut costs. Making that choice can be difficult at times, due to the sheer number of abrasives available, so here are things to consider when choosing abrasives. Which Type of Abrasive? There are several types of abrasive, but some of the most popular ones include: Ceramic is one of the more rugged abrasives and is used in heavy metal removal. Zi..

Not sure how to choose the best sanding belt for your machine and application? This guide is here to help you make the best choice possible! Picking sanding belts can be somewhat of a daunting task with the combination of all the different grit sizes as well as the types of grain and backing materials on the belts. Let’s start with what type of grain material works best for each application and then we will help you with grit size and backing material. There are 4 major categories of abrasive sanding belt material that are most common. These are; Aluminum Oxide, Zirconia (sometimes re..

How to Sand Like a Pro: Expert Tips for a Flawless Finish Mastering Sanding for Woodworking, DIY, and Home Improvement Many people find sanding frustrating and time-consuming, often rushing through the process and getting poor results. However, sanding can be quicker, easier, and more effective if done correctly. With the right approach and high-quality abrasives, you’ll achieve a professional finish while saving time and effort. Whether you’re refinishing furniture, prepping wood for staining, or smoothing rough surfaces, this guide will help you sand like a pro. Read on to learn ess..

Whether you are upgrading from a router table or dusting off that big ‘ol behemoth in the corner, getting started with a shaper can seem like a daunting task. This guide will help you narrow down exactly what type of shaper cutter may be suitable for your needs. Corrugated Knife Head This is a head that accepts corrugated back HSS knives that can be custom ground into just about any profile. These are great for short runs where you need to match a particular profile. Since these are steel they can be honed at home but if you take a nick out of them or they get too dull you will need to h..

Picking the correct sandpaper If you have not worked much with wood and have not had much use for sandpaper in the past, you probably think that there isn’t much to it. You know that you would use it to smooth edges after a cut, and you may have been told to sand between coats of paint, but when you head out to buy some, you might be faced with more kinds than you could have imagined. Which one do you need? What is the right kind for the job? There’re a few things that you should know, such as the right size of sandpaper grit and the appropriate coarseness, so let’s take a look at the..

Band saw blades from Online Supply are all custom made to your specific requirements, so you can get the best possible blade for your particular application. If you already know what you need, then head on over to our Custom Welded Bandsaws page and fill out the custom blade form. If you are not sure, then the list below may help. If your machine is not listed, head over to our article on “How to Choose the Best Band Saw Blade” and we will help you figure out what would work best for you! We have compiled a list below of make & model numbers along with the length of ba..

Carbide Burrs (also known as Rotary Burrs) are used for cutting, shaping, grinding and for the removal of sharp edges, burrs and excess material (deburring). 1. What material can Carbide Burrs be used on? Carbide burrs can be used on many materials. Metals including steel, aluminum and cast iron, all types of wood, acrylics, fibreglass and plastics. When used on soft metals such as gold, platinum and silver, carbide burrs are ideal as they will last a long time with no chipping or breaking. Steel, Carbon Steel & Stainless Steel Cast Iron Aluminium Titanium Cobalt Nickel ..

High-Gloss Polyurethane Finishes   Are you looking for the best possible sanding abrasive product for finishing high-gloss polyurethane finishes? Klingspor's PS73 sanding discs and sheets are specially formulated with a "double stearate" coating to perform exceptionally well in this application.   Technical data: Grain Annealed Aluminium Oxide Coating Semi-open Bonding agent Resin Backing C-paper (P40-120) B-paper (P150-1500) Coating with stearate Application: Rough to fine sanding of flat and curved surfaces with hand sanders Material: Paint, varnish, filler, plastics, composit..

Band saw blades from Online Supply are custom made to your specific requirements, so you can get the best possible blade for your particular application. If you already know what you need, then head on over to our Custom Welded Bandsaws page and fill out the custom blade form. If you are not sure, then keep reading and we will help you figure out what would work best for you! Note on 3 Wheel Bandsaws and Bench Top “Hobby” Saws  –  These hobby saws typically have wheels that are 10” or less in diameter and require a special thin guage, flexible bandsaw blade. We do not recommend ordering..

The codes on the back of a sanding belt are the way abrasive manufacturures designate their different sanding belt materials Here is a guide to the codes you will find on OnlineSupply and how to choose the best one for your application. PS22F  This paper backed aluminum oxide belt is for hardwood sanding in wide belt sanders and stroke sanders. The ACT coating helps resist clogging Aluminum Oxide – Close Coat – F Weight paper – ACT Coating PS29F Our most popular paper backed material. Excellent in both softwood and hardwood appplications on wide belt sanders and stroke sander..