Posts by Bill Cook

The Complete Guide to Calibrating Your Laser Level A laser level is a beneficial tool. It is helpful when hanging pictures, laying tile, or framing walls. This tool shines a straight line against a wall so that whatever you are riding is not crooked. To make sure your laser level works perfectly, you must calibrate…

Optical Comparators: What They Are and How to Use Them Since its invention in 1925, the optical comparator (profile projector) has been used to inspect parts for deformities and other flaws. The device’s design has changed little, except for some digital and software enhancements. The continuing popularity of this device shows how useful it is…

The Best Digital Protractors A digital protractor is a tool that is essential for all levels of carpentry. It can help measure angles more accurately than other methods. This tool is also known as an angle finder or angle gauge. It is beneficial for both professional and hobbyist wood artisans.The ones we used in geometry class…

Height Gauges: Everything You Need to Know Height gauges help measure an object’s or workpiece’s height. They can do this with many accuracies so you can be sure the measurement is correct. Height gauges can also help you mark objects’ locations relative to a reference plane, which can be helpful for future measures. A height gauge…

The Best Micrometer Sets: Review and Buying Guide You’ve found the ideal location for a micrometer set. This blog post reviews the best micrometer sets on the market and includes a buying guide. Workshops need micrometers. They can measure the metal thickness and screw diameter. So, a micrometer set is a must-have tool, whether you’re a…

Depth Micrometers: Everything You Need to KnowDepth micrometers are standard tools used to measure the Depth of slots, keyways, grooves, and other locations. They provide very accurate measurements.People often use depth micrometers to take very accurate measurements. Measurements in inches can be taken down to .001″ or .0001″, while millimeter measurements can be down to…

The Best Beginner Oscilloscope An oscilloscope is a great tool for anyone who loves electronics. It can be really useful for people starting out or for people who have a lot of experience with electronics. Some people even have multiple oscilloscopes because they love them so much. Even though some might be outdated, they are…

The Rigol DS1054Z: A Review The Rigol DS1054Z is a popular oscilloscope that is great for beginners. It has four channels, a bandwidth of 100 MHz, and several built-in mathematical functions. It also has a 7” high-resolution screen that makes it easy to see what is happening on the screen. It is available for under…

The Best Owon Oscilloscope for Every Budget More and more people use digital oscilloscopes to test and fix electronic equipment. It is because they are faster and easier to use than traditional oscilloscopes. Digital oscilloscopes are much easier to use than multimeters. They are also faster and more convenient. You can do many things with a…