Mechanics Tool Supply

Air tools are made to provide a performance and durability advantage over conventional tools.  Pneumatic pressure allows them to place more force, rotate faster, and press harder than their hand or electric counterparts.  That’s why they’re found in mechanic’s shops across the country doing the daily jobs conventional tools could never accomplish.

If you’re making regular use of air tools in your shop, consider whether it is time to upgrade or outfit your shop with a new air ratchet.  The performance of an air ratchet is a cut above conventional ratchets and ensures tight bonds in less time and with less fuss.  This Ingersoll Rand IR1077XP Air Ratchet is built to endure countless jobs and provide quality performance that is a cut above other air tools in its class.

Mechanics Tool Supply is a premier provider of world-class air tools and mechanics tools made to make you workday easier.  We pay close attention to the nuances and changes in the way mechanics work and do business with their clients.  That’s why our selection is custom-tailored towards exactly what you need at a price that can’t be beat.  Look through our online selection and see if you can upgrade or outfit your shop today.

Working with tough services is the name of the game for most mechanics.  Each day, you’ll encounter the need to mold materials to your will, ranging from hard steel to tough plastics.  When you’re finished cutting, grinding, and manipulating the material, you want to finish the job right using a pneumatic air tool sander.  Anything else will leave your work surfaces in less than stellar condition.

For the strength and power you desire from an air tool sander, look no further than the AP3008 Gear Driven 8-Inch Sander. A gear driven sander designed to stand up to the heaviest materials, you can be sure it will make mincemeat of any surface you throw its way.  A dual action pad allows for a swirl-free finished while balanced ball bearing construction makes for vibration-free performance and long tool life.

Shopping through Mechanics Tool Supply is a great way to save time and money when looking for ways to upgrade your shop.  We help mechanic’s across the world outfit their shop inventories with the finest in mechanics tools and accessories.  From air tools to welding rods, we have whatever your shop needs to get the job done.  Take a look through our selection and see if we can provide something your shop could use.

Air saws are some of the most powerful air tools a mechanic or industrial professional can utilize in their daily work.  The ability to cut through the toughest materials with relative ease and precision can make all the difference when working on complex jobs.  Ensuring fast cuts with no fuss gives you the extra time you need to concentrate on other tasks.

Your pneumatic saw is more customizable then you might imagine.  Most saws come with standard fittings and chucks that you can use to reduce saw noise, improve performance, and enhance long-term durability.  If you’ve ever encountered a difficult fit or a material you struggle to subdue, consider upgrading your saw using this Irwin AH3073004 General Purpose 17pc Bi-Metal Hole Saw Kit from Mechanics Tool Supply.

It contains all the most commonly used sizes for electricians, plumbers, automotive mechanics, and other general applications.  The variable pitch teeth provided reduces the overall noise of your saw during operation while ensuring precision performance.  Each piece is made from super hard RC 65-66 steel with bi-metal construction to ensure longer tool life.  With a variety of sizes and adapters, you’re sure to find what you need to upgrade or replace the most abused parts of your air saw, taking it to another level of performance and comfortable operation.

Mechanics make use of drills on a daily basis.  The components of a car’s body and engine require the use of a drill for service and repair.  For all the nooks and crannys a car might throw your way, you’ll need a maneuverable drill that can tuck into those tight corners.  In addition, the drill must have the right amount of power to negotiate stubborn situations.

This Chicago Pneumatic CP7300 1/4-Inch Mini Drill is one powerful air tool that will help you get the job done.  It is compact and weighs less than other comparable drills, allowing for easy handling.  Its ergonomic grip allows for the comfort and control you seek from a quality Mini Drill.  Planetary gearing and brass brushings helps to reduce wear and tear, extending the life of the drill.

Mechanics Tool Supply provides customers with the mechanics tools they need to run a fast, efficient shop.  Your automotive repair service should employ only the best in air tools and other equipment in order to ensure top-quality service for your customers.  Browse our inventory and see if you can take home an item that will help your shop achieve peak efficiency.

Aluminum and steel are some of the finest materials a mechanic can have the opportunity to work with.  During your everyday routine, it can be easy to forget just how magnificent the materials of modern industry truly are.  Without such incredible leaps in technology, complex machines such as the automobile would not be possible, nor afforded for so many people.

When you’re crafting automotive parts, take pleasure in your work using this IR301 Angle Die Grinder air tool from Mechanics Tool Supply.   This standard duty grinder packs a number of valuable features into a maneuverable package that you can use to grind down even the most stubborn surfaces.  Its right-angle configuration is made for easy access and great craftsmanship.

Mechanics Tool Supply provides a bevy of brand-name mechanics tools, including pneumatic and electronic options of common tools you’re sure to use on the job.  Your shop is made to provide expert service to your customers that matches their expectations for quality and workmanship.  Let our inventory of tools and supplies supplant your workload.

The orbital sander is made to make your materials glisten.  Any surface you throw its way should become grated until it is fine to the touch.  Without orbital sanders, the world would be full of hard edges and jagged egdges.  If you’re looking to get the job done right, you need an orbital sander with the power to get the job done.

For power, turn to an air tool that will pack on the pressure while retaining control.  Consider the Ingersoll Rand IR4151 Vacuum Ready Sander, a low-vibration model that produces a high quality finish.  It connects to either a portable or central vacuum system and extracts particles of dust from around the pad, keeping foreign objects away from the motor to ensure smooth operation.

Mechanics Tool Supply provides tools you can depend on.  Our name-brand items are made to suit the needs of the individual mechanic.  Each of the air tools we supply can be adapted to suit your shop’s individual needs.  Take a look through our vast inventory of tools and see if you can find something that will upgrade your shop’s performance.

Air powered tools can reduce the time it takes to complete large jobs. One air tool that is very useful is an air hammer. One of the greatest advantages of an air hammer is the ability to interchangeability of the accessories attached to the front of the hammer. Due to its ability to complete multiple types of jobs, the addition of an air hammer to your air tool arsenal should be a no-brainer.

Some of the accessories available include a chisel, cutter, punch (usually tapered), and a general hammer. Common uses of a air hammer include: panel cutting, bolt cutting, bushing driving, front end and exhaust system work.

Certain quality air hammers included some sort of vibration reduction feature. Without this feature, the ability to use this tool for any length of time would be greatly reduced. With the amount of blows per minute these tools produce, a serious amount of kinetic energy is created. Vibration reduction technology make sure that this extra energy isn’t all running down your arm. Also, the grips have improved over the years to increase usability and control.

The professional air hammers at Mechanics Tool Supply run between 1800 - 3500 BPM (blows per minute) at 90 PSI (pounds per square inch). Make sure if you are in the market for any quality air tool including an air hammer that you check out the full inventory at Mechanics Tool Supply.

Heavy duty industrial air hammers have an important component that you may have heard of, but you probably don’t know what it does.  This component is called a solenoid value.

When current is pumped through a solenoid to change the state of a valve, the classification of the value becomes a solenoid valve.  First, I better explain what a solenoid is.    It is magnetized wire that is wrapped in a coil form.  The magnetization happens when electricity is ran through the coil.

The valve harnesses the power of the solenid to perform some action like control the air flow to an air tool.

There are many parts of a solenoid value that could go faulty including any electric connections, nuts, O rings, seal cartridge, and even the solenoid coil.  There are also multiple types of solenoid values including low and high pressure steam types.  And the other major type of solenoid valve is just actually called a “general purpose” type valve.

Since a solenoid value is a moving part, it has the ability to wear down or get damaged.  If you think your solenoid is need of repair check out the website, Mechanics Tool Supply to see if they have the proper diagnostic tools or replacement parts for your needs.

Sometimes a power saw just isn’t up to the task. Very thick sheet metal can be hard to cut correctly if you don’t have a tool with enough fine precision cutting power. This is where an air shear comes into play.

This type of compressed air power tool uses the simple but effective power of air to spin a motor inside the hand held device. The result is a type of “super-powered” scissors after this motor causes a blade to move 1000x per minute for its extreme cutting power.

If you have used any sort of power cutting device the use of this air tool is very uncomplicated task, but it doesn’t mean it can’t be dangerous. Some sort of safety eye protection must be worn during the use of such a device.

Before you start make sure you clear your workspace. Also, don’t forget to mark the areas that need to be cut. To eliminate sharp edges or uneven cuts be sure to leave a little extra room. You’ll just have to file this section down later.

As you start cutting make sure your moving at the same pace the entire time during the cutting process. This help eliminate a lot of the unevenness that may occur.

Practice makes perfect so make sure you do a couple of trial runs on a piece of scrap metal before you cut your target piece.

If you think a professional air shear might be right for cutting jobs in your shop check out the selection of shears at Mechanics Tool Supply.