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Sharpening and Stone Sculptor: Bits and Air Hammer From "DIY Tools & Techniques" episode DIT-224

	Air Hammer
	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Host David Thiel explains how to use different bits with an air hammer.

An air hammer is essentially a mini-jackhammer. It has a pneumatic piston that is driven back and forth driving an assortment of tools into different types of materials.

Safety Note: wear appropriate safety equipment including safety glasses and earplugs. Also, unplug the air hammer when changing bits.

• To cut steel with an air-hammer, you could use a nibbler-like bit (figure A).

• To take out rivets, use a bit with a center divot that lines up with the rivet. The chisel point then removes the rivet (figure B).

• Round-tipped bits will drill holes or make decorative dimple effects on steel. It can also be used for demolition, such as taking apart a concrete block (figure C).

• A flat spade masonry bit will remove mortar.

• To cut through a steel muffler, use a bit with teeth on the tip.

RESOURCES :

Chicago Pneumatic Air Tools
Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company
1800 Overview Drive
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Phone: 800-624-4735
Website: www.chicagopneumatic.com

Craftsman Tools
Website: www.sears.com/craftsman