Tool (thing)

A tool is an instrument or machine used in mechanical operations. Many objects are considered tools; this writeup lists tools that would primarily be used by a craftsman or fix-it person. These are common household or workplace tools, not elaborate industrial ones.

1. Hand Tools


1. Hand Saw
1. Hacksaw
2. Carpenter's Saw
3. Coping Saw
4. Backsaw
2. Straight Edge
1. Bevel Gauge
2. Level
3. Square
3. Utility Knife
4. Drill
1. Electric Drill
2. Push Drill
3. Drill Bit
5. Chisel
6. Scraper
7. Measuring Tape
8. Sandpaper
9. Hammer
10. Screwdriver
11. Clamp
12. Gun
1. Staple Gun
2. Glue Gun
3. Nail Gun
13. Pliers
14. Wrench
1. Pipe Wrench (Adjustable Wrench)
2. Combination Wrench
3. Allen Wrench
4. Angle Wrench
15. Cutting Tool
1. Wire Cutter
2. Bolt Cutter
16. Fastener
1. Bolt
2. Nail
3. Screw
4. Washer
5. Nut
17. Toolbox


2. Power Tools


1. Power Saw
1. Band Saw
2. Radial Arm Saw
3. Table Saw
4. Circular Saw
5. Reciprocating Saw
6. Jig Saw
7. Scroll Saw
8. Hole Saw
9. Chainsaw
2. Drill
1. Drill Press
2. Radial Drill
3. Router
4. Sander
1. Belt Sander
2. Rotary Sander
5. Grinder
6. Lathe
1. Wood Lathe
2. Pole Lathe