Tools
Why Six-Point Sockets Grip Fasteners Better
A six-point socket contacts more of the flat sides of a hex fastener, while a twelve-point socket engages closer to the corners.
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Why Step Drill Bits Work Well in Sheet Metal
A step bit increases diameter gradually, so each cutting edge removes a small ring of material rather than forcing a large twist drill through thin sheet all at once.
Tools
Why Tape-Measure Blades Are Curved
The shallow crosswise curve stiffens the thin steel blade so it can extend farther before collapsing under its own weight.
Tools
Why Telescoping Magnets Save So Much Time
A small strong magnet on a narrow extension can reach dropped steel parts in gaps that fingers cannot enter.