Keeping Your Tools in Top Condition – A Few Tips

Whether you’re trying to improve precision and cut quality or you’re a diligent safety officer (we recommend both!) keeping your tools tuned-up and in tip-top shape is job one. In answer, we’re continually working to stock our tool maintenance section with proper hand tool maintenance and power tool maintenance products.

The Drill Doctor 750x Bit Sharpener is a popular example. It not only keeps your bits from smoking up the shop but also dramatically extends the life of a variety of drill bit types. The Drill Doctor includes metal sharpening and split-point ports, a quick change diamond sharpening wheel, and the ability to sharpen larger bits up to 3/4”.

If you’re like most of us, rust an occasional an issue with some of your tools. Be sure to keep it at bay with one of our many tool lubricants like Top Saver Rust Remover, which is ideal for saw tables, jointer tables, drill press beds and any other metal surfaces. With these treatments, you’ll extend the life of your tool and get smooth, easy-sliding low-friction surfaces, which amount to less work and cleaner cuts.

Your band saw is a tool that dramatically benefits from a touch of TLC. With new guide blocks, new tires, and a wheel brush for keeping saw dust from packing into the tires, you’ll cut vibration drastically, resulting in smoother cuts and longer blade life.

With just a little attention and a few key maintenance products and accessories, you’ll greatly extend the life of your tools and, in the bargain, get the most satisfaction out of them. And when it comes to your maintenance regimen, you’ll find everything you need at Rockler.

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4.5 Stars1/2" Power Twist Plus Link V-Belt

From $9.79

The Power Twist Plus Link Belt is a high-performance V-belt that reduces vibration on table saws, drill presses, and other power tools by as much as 35%. It replaces the standard 1/2" V-belt on most machines, and the length can be adjusted by removing links. Whereas traditional drive belts can…

4 StarsRouter Bit and Saw Blade Cleaning Kit

$27.99

Let's face it, no woodworker particularly enjoys cleaning saw blades or router bits, so the easier we can make it, the better. This kit does just that, combining an extremely effective saw blade cleaning solution with two conveniently-sized containers that allow you to soak your blades and bits and…

4.5 StarsAbrasive Cleaning Stick

(Reg. $10.29)
Now $5.99
SAVE 41% TODAY!

Increases the abrasive life of sanding belts and discs up to 10 times as long. Fast and easy to use. Cleans while your sander is running. Saves time and money. Improves the finish quality. Prevents burns and marking. Stick measures approximately 1-1/2" x 1-1/2" x 8" .

3 StarsHoning Guide

$15.99

Holds chisels and plane irons in a set position to ensure a square edge on tools. One side of the clamp is slightly rounded to prevent shifting of the blade while in use. The honing angle is adjusted by regulating the extent to which the chisel or iron is projecting beyond the edge of the guide.…

4 Stars3-Piece Mortise Chisel Sharpening Set

$44.99

Keep hollow mortising chisel edges sharp for fast and efficient cutting!Diamond-coated abrasives hone the hardest steel, including carbide.Cone shape puts the final edge on inside bevels.Sharpens mortising chisels up to 1/2" size.Set includes handle, 1/4" quick-change chuck, 2 diamond cones (coarse…

4.5 StarsWhite Knit Wiping Rags

From $7.99

White knit wiping rags will help you take care of all kinds of cleanup, including staining, polishing, painting, dusting and more.

4.5 StarsRockler Pitch & Resin Remover

From $10.99

Ready-to-use solution quickly and easily cleans away the residue buildup that develops on blades and bits. Cleaner cutting edges will give you superior machining results and extend the life of your tools. Available in 16 fl. oz spray bottle or 1 quart size.

4.5 StarsBoeshield 3-Part Tool Care Kits and Lubricant

From $10.49

Make all your tools last for generations with this tool care kit. Choose from 2 kits or T-9 lubricant sold separately.

4 StarsBostik GlideCote Table & Tool Surface Sealant

$20.99

Eliminates friction on table saws and hand tools! Repels dust and moisture plus prevents rust and corrosion. 10-3/4 ounce aerosol.

4 StarsCeramic Guide Blocks for Bandsaws, 4-Pack

$24.69

The secret is in the material! These guide blocks are made of Aluminum-Oxide - the same material used to make ceramic products for NASA. They create far less friction to provide a cooler running blade and truer tracking. You'll get guide block seat tolerance of +/-.005. Outlasts every other…

4.5 StarsDrill Doctor 750X Bit Sharpener

$139.99

Don't let dull drill bits slow you down! Top-of-the-line professional bit sharpener from Drill Doctor is built to handle larger drill bits - up to 3/4" - and offers additional custom flexibility.Sharpens 3/32"-3/4" bits with one heavy-duty chuck.With durable metal sharpening and split-point ports…

0 StarsBostik DriCote Aerosol Spray

$20.99

Protect your tools and equipment with Bostik DriCote. Expect cleaner cuts and longer blade life. Spray on blades for smoother cuts in solid wood, plywood, and laminates. 10-3/4 ounce aerosol.

4.5 StarsSander Sitter Orbital Landing Pad

$21.99

Now you don't need to turn your sander on and off each time you need to reposition your work.While it sits, you're free to work - and your sandpaper disk gets gently cleaned by the crepe pad. Eliminates 70% - 80% of debris from the disk.

5 StarsRockler Router Bit Tune-up Kit

$47.99

This easy-to-use, 20-piece kit contains the most commonly used bearings, lock nuts, stop collars, screws and allen wrenches. Comes in a convenient plastic storage case. Bits not included.

0 StarsBrass Brush

$5.99

A good brass wire brush is indispensable for tough cleaning jobs such as stripping finishes off of moldings and other tight spaces, or scrubbing pitch off of router bits and saw blades. This one has a hardwood handle and a triple row of fine brass wires for minimal scratching.

2 Stars14" Band Saw Wheel Brush

$10.19

Improve the performance and reliability of any 14" band saw.Extends tire life and improves blade tracking.

0 StarsBostik Bearing Lubricant Aerosol Spray

$18.19

Protect your tools and equipment with Bostik Bearing Lubricant. Seals and protects from dirt and moisture! Also good for freeing up frozen bearings. Withstands heat and pressure that vaporizes ordinary lubricants. Penetrates bearings and extends their life by keeping them clean and lubricated.…


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- Charlie G - 04/20/2012
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