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New Tools for Spring 2010 |
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DeWalt has a new line of shop vacuums. The top of the
line D27904 features a 12 gallon tank that is powered by a 9
amp motor. Features auto tool start up and a new automatic
filter cleaner system. |
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Triton has started to expand their power tool line from
routers to other tools. First up is the new TC9BJM biscuit
joiner. The joiner features a tilting fence and 9 amp motor.
Pricing starts at around $119. |
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Jet had made a big push into the world of bench top
tools with a new band saw, drill presses, miter saws and other bench
top tools this summer. First out is their series of bench top
miter saws, which includes a 10" compound miter saw, as well as 10"
and 12" sliding saws. Pricing starts at around $299 and goes
up to $699 for the 12" sliding compound miter saw. |
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Delta long overdue upgrade to it venerable Unisaw
cabinet table saw line is finally out. Left in the dust a couple of years ago by the
Powermatic PM2000 series these saws are finally up to speed with the
newer cabinet saw models on the market today. The good news is that the saws
are made in
the U.S. New features include upfront bevel and blade height
wheels, built in riving knife, one piece cast iron trunnion, and
arbor lock. The bad news is preliminary pricing has the saw
starting around $2600. |
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Bosch has finally fully entered the realm of lithium ion
cordless drills leaving only DeWalt as the only major hold out for a
full line of lithium ion drills. The Bosch series includes
features such as built in LED lights, a new ECP (Electronic Cell
Protection) system for improved battery life, and increased torque.
Pricing for the 14.4 volt model starts at around $179 |
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Milwaukee has finally upgraded their line of miter saws to
include the
6955-20 sliding saw, and the
6950-20 compound miter saw. Both saws feature a 3.3 hp
motor, built in work light, digital angle display, and integrated
dust collection. Pricing starts at around $499. |
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