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The BASIC TOOL SET Previous Page |
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It
is assumed that you have simple classroom 'tools' like pencils, rulers
and scissors. To make these models you will need a few extra items. The
tools listed here represent the minimum needed. You will need to cut wood
and plastic and make holes in wood and card. At times it would help to
have alternative or additional tools - click on a picture for more information.
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JUNIOR
HACKSAW |
The simplest and cheapest tool for cutting small section wood. (Although it is really designed to cut metal). The narrow blade makes cutting 'square', ie at right angles, quite difficult. Click
the picture to see a range of saws |
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BENCH
HOOK |
When you are sawing you will need something to help you hold the wood firmly. (and protect the table top!). The bench hook works well, even if it is really intended for using with a tenon saw. A vice could be used but a bench hook gives better support for the wood being removed. Click the picture for a fuller explanation |
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HOLE
PUNCH |
The hole punch shown on the left is the best 'all-rounder'. It can punch holes in lolly sticks!. However it is expensive and the holes it makes are 4.8mm in diameter! Remember however, it's easier to enlarge a hole than to make it smaller. Click the picture for alternatives |
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UTILITY
SNIPS |
When you need to cut material other than thin to medium thickness paper and card, eg PVC tubing, you will find a pair of utility snips, something like the ones shown, easier to use than even a large pair of scissors. |
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HAND
DRILL |
Making
holes in wood means using a drill. A hand drill, as shown, is the most likely
tool for the job, however holding the workpiece and keeping the drill straight
isn't easy. A drill stand might be required.
Click picture for more |
GLUE
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PVA or 'white glue' is available in several forms. Washable PVA isn't suitable for gluing wood and thick card, and most classroom PVA is slow to 'grip' and slow to set. Where possible try to use a PVA designed for gluing wood. You will find it easier to use. When fastening paper or thin card then glue sticks are fine. The glue they contain is usually strong enough for this lighter work - and it can be much cleaner to use. Click on the picture for more gluing tips |
