What are the basic power tools I would need to begin woodworking in my garage?
I currently hаνе a power miter saw аnd drill. I thουght a table saw mіght bе helpfull іn сοld large wood pieces. I hаνе looked аt nail guns, bυt thе ones I feel comfortable using dο nοt hаνе thе capabilities οf using large size nails.
It depends on what you are going to be doing with it. If you are making furniture then, yes, a tablesaw would be helpful. A lathe for turning table legs or banister spindles, or even bowls. Sanders, belt sander and end sander.
You need to choose what direction you are going to start out & work up from there.
Depending on what you want to construct, a sabre saw (my favorite), scroll saw, framing nailer for small projects, compressor and hoses for the nailer, another drill or back up batteries/charger so you’ll always have one ready to use. Tool belt, though not a power tool, it’s most beneficial!
Again, it depends on what ou want to build.
firstly,a work bench[with a vice]to place hand tools,power tools arent yet designed to end a task.chisels,mallet[stilted]set square,bevel guage,finishing plane,tenon saw,16oz claw hammer,measuring rule and tape measure and loads of pencils! then you can reflect about power tools,like power planer,circular saw,combi mitre saw,jig saw,router and possibly a power band saw.
Add a circular saw first, then the table saw as you mend projects. The next item should be a dust collector and proper lighting. There are several wood working web sites that can give the info you are after and spend lots of money doing it. Some dust collectors work like a vac cleaner with a excellent air filter, others are like a large cloth bag with very fine weaves, the dust is best controlled previous to it get in the air or your lungs, plot this first for your long term health.
After you add the table saw and the dust collector, the items needed are commonly though to be:
1. A solid work table/ bench.
2. A power planer.
3. A jointer 6″ or 8″ is ideal.
4. Air compressor and 5 gallon tank.
5. Air tools as desired, a brad nailer first then work up, maybe a kit or excellent quality used at a pawn shop.
6. Plunge router.
7. Fixed router and table.
8. Radial arm saw.
9. Book case with all of the books about wood working, (bed side reading)
10. Glue up table.
11. Belt sander, disc sander and a end sander.
12. Various clamps
13. Panel saw frame, used with the circular saw for sheet material and MDF
14. A fixed drill press.
15. Vaccuum press and bags.
16. Bandsaw.
17. Variable speed power drill/screwdriver, portable and battery operated. Nothing heavier than 14.4 volts to start.
18. A heated drying booth for the glue.
19. Exhaust fans and an air supply fan.
20. Wood kiln to dry the fresh cut wood.
21. Spindle sander.
I’m sure I forgot a lotof things and the order the items are listed are not the priority to bed in them. The dust collector and the circular saw should be high on the list, then go for what you need and can afford.
If you plot to outfit your power tool collection completely, look into combo kits first. They can save you a lot of money if you are really going to use all the tools in them. Combo kits come in all brands and all types of combinations. It is best to try to keep all the same brands of power tools with the same volts for battery operated tools so you can interchange batteries. If you can afford it, try to start out with lithium-ion batteries if you go that way. By 2010 all of the ancient NiCad batteries will be a thing of the past and no longer sold. The Lithium-Ion are more expensive but they are lighter weight and will hold a charge longer than a NiCad. If you can’t afford the combo kit, then stick to purchasing most of the same brand so you can interchange accessories.
For the nail guns you will need a different gun for each size nail. And an air compressor to run them. The size of the nails you want to use will dictate which size compressor to buy.
You will also need a number of hand tools to do the things that power tools can’t. There are still some things that must be done the “ancient fashioned” way.
To keep it to what you questioned, the basic, Id say a excellent quality tablesaw,drillpress (if your current drill is a hand held), a excellent router (tablemounted is a bonus at this point), a bandsaw,a benchtop planer, a disc sander (at least 9 inch), a scrollsaw,an air compressor, a dust collector, and maybe a lathe and jointer.
Handhelds…a drill (if you dont have one), a random orbit sander,router,circular saw,jig saw,and a biscuit jointer.
Buy the best you can afford, and buy them as you need them, you might find a niche and not need some of the ones mentioned ever.
The most vital power tool in any shop is your brain, always work with a clear head, and reflect through each operation thoroughly previous to you do it.If it seems unsafe, it probably is.And remember…eyes are valuable, wear excellent safetyglasses. Delight in your new leisure activity!