Power Tools

The most important tools are the basic hand chisels, a 1.5# hammer and a rasp. The first power tool should be an angle grinder (7.5 amps or more) and a diamond blade (or a Dremel if working very small).

The next step is a big but wonderful one: an air compressor. This will open up a world of lighter but more powerful tools. A portable compressor should be rated for at least 4.6 cfm at 90 psi (30 gallons). This will run an air hammer. To drive an air grinder you need a larger stationary machine that preferably has at least 12 cfm at 90 psi. If you use the portable compressor, there is nothing wrong with getting an electric die grinder that uses 1/4” shaft tools.