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Default Air Tools for woodworking



On Dec 20, 8:20 am, "keyridge" wrote:
I have a 6.5 HP compressor and looking at purchasing some air tools,
i.e. ROS. I understand the lack of moving parts for the air ROS has a
longer shelf life. Are there other advantages/ disadvantages of air vs.
power tools? Do any of you use air ROS for woodworking? Any recommended
air tool manufacturers for woodworkers? Primarily wood but may use it
on occasion for auto.


Air tools are also safer for use around flammable materials. When I
worked on planes most of the power tools like drills & sanders were
air-powered. If you get air-powered tools you won't have to worry
about igniting the JP4 you have in your shop.