Air tools, like any other tool in your arsenal, call for periodic maintenance if they are expected to survive and be safe. Invest in air tool oil and keep tools properly serviced.

These air tools were recommended by experts.This 1/3-hp mini die grinder from Snap-On has a 10-position air regulator, adjustable rear exhaust, and an ergonomic grip. It’s made for surface prep ...

With air tools, you’re limited by how much air you can feed the air tool’s motor. More air obviously equals more power, in most situations.

A versatile new cleaning tool simplifies air conditioning system maintenance and diagnosis. This wand-shaped tool, Lisle No.

Air tools and hoses don't come with fittings installed so unless you buy an air compressor that comes with a starter kit (see the #2 Craftsman), you'll need at a minimum some fittings and an air hose.

If you’ve ever worked with air tools outside of a shop setting, you know that lugging the air hose around can get more and more annoying the further away you are from the compressor. [headspl… ...

The most popular air tool for driving nails is the finish nailer, which typically drives 16-gauge nails ranging from about 1-1/4 to 2-1/2 in. long. This versatile tool is ideal for woodworking and ...

Air Tool Usage: Not recommended. Viair does say its higher-level compressors can handle some air tool usage for emergencies, though even that use is limited. Portability: Extreme.

A device created decades ago as a sales tool has now found its way into production at a Nanaimo manufacturing firm.

Many air tools require oiling, and inline oilers are often added to increase a uniform supply to the tool. On the down side, these models require regular oil checks, periodic oil changes and they ...