Monday, November 28, 2011

How To fix: Zap a Dead Cordless Drill Battery (nicad adjustment tutorial)

Got an awesome cordless drill with dead nicad battery packs and don't want to throw it out? Maybe a welder is the answer you're looking for... IF YOU ARE GOING TO TRY THIS WITH YOUR OWN BATTERY, YOU DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK. Check out some of my photography: www.woodmanphoto.ca Mad thanks to Kevin at incompetech.com for making his awesome music available for idiots like me to use.

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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Flight Bumped? Here Are Your Rights

!±8± Flight Bumped? Here Are Your Rights

It's no secret that airlines don't have customer service first in their minds. But even with this being the case, many people are shocked to hear that airlines routinely book more passengers than can fit on flights. Especially during busy seasons, they'll book as many as 10-20 more passengers than can fit on the plane. So, if you arrive to the airport and find that there are no more seats available (a surprisingly common occurrence), this is probably what happened. Of course, the airline employee will probably try to put it in nice terms, but in reality you've been the victim of corner-cutting practices.

But, if you are bumped from a flight, there are FAA regulations governing what airlines have to do. You are within your right to demand that they do these things, and if they don't, this gives you leverage. That's why it always helps to know the rules.

1. Announcements: First, before bumping anyone, airline employees must go on the intercom and ask waiting passengers if there are any volunteers to be bumped. In many cases, there are a few passengers who don't mind being bumped, and this helps the airline to clear seats without seriously inconveniencing anyone.

2. What you're owed: Based on the flight that you were originally booked on, what time were you supposed to land at your destination? If your new flight gets you to your destination within two hours (before or after) of this time, then the airline must give you a one-way ticket of up to 0 in value.

However, if your new flight gets you to your destination in over two hours before or after your original landing time, they have to pay up to 0 for your new ticket. You know what this means, right? 0 is often enough for a first-class ticket. So if you get bumped, being armed with this information can earn you a real smooth ride (when you actually get a flight).

3. Accommodations: Unfortunately, if you're bumped because of weather, and the next flight isn't until the next day, airlines do not have to pay for you to stay in a hotel room.

However, if you are nice and don't make a scene, airline employees are often understanding. If you talk to the right person in the terminal, you may be able to get them to swing something for you at one of the local hotels. In any case, it can't hurt to plead your case (in a polite manner). Just don't count on it, because there are usually lots of passengers in these situations, and accommodating everyone would be pricey.

However, here's the thing: If the flight is delayed because of something that the airline did, you are entitled to accommodations within reason. So, if you can, try to get to the bottom of what's going on with your delayed flight. For example, it might be because a pilot or crew member didn't show up, or any number of other things. In this case, they have to take care of you.


Flight Bumped? Here Are Your Rights

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Sunday, November 6, 2011

Who Needs a Lithium Screw Driver?

!±8± Who Needs a Lithium Screw Driver?

You Do! Lithium screwdrivers have only been out for a couple of years but you now see them all over. With the introduction of lithium battery technology, these small but powerful tools are becoming a must have for many tradesman and hobbyists alike.

Take for instance an electrician or low voltage contractor. These techs not only drill and install but a good portion of their job each day is loosening and tightening screws for their install work. Think how many faceplate screws, emt connectors and light fixtures an electrician tightens each day. A lithium screwdriver is the perfect tool not only to speed up his day but also reduce possible wrist problems after a few years.

Think about an cabinet installer. Any given day he installs hinges, knobs and slide. Most of these are installed with small number six screws. You just don't need the 18 volt Makita to set these small screws. Most of these types of fastenings are done both in tight corners and on finished product. You need something small and light to get into these spots and not damage the finished product. A lithium screwdriver fit's the bill. Most lithium screwdrivers have a light that comes on with just a touch of the trigger that lights up any dark areas you may find inside a cabinet.

There are endless types of assembly work that will benefit from use of a cordless lithium screwdriver. Many of assembly jobs have been using cordless screwdrivers for years. The same old complaint not enough power or run time comes up. A lithium screwdriver not only is lighter and has more run time, they get more charge cycles than standard NiCad cordless screwdrivers. When you run these tools all day, that is a big deal.

Hobbyist have always love cordless screwdrivers and they really love lithium screwdrivers. While many of the first tools available were expensive and intended only for the contractors, many less expensive models are on the market today and are finding their way into many hobbyists hands. Any hobby from model railroads, radio control, woodworking and model building will be easier and more fun with a lithium screwdriver at the ready.

As mentioned above many less expensive drivers are the market now so many home owners are keeping one around for any number of small projects around the house. Even if you don't use it a lot, just a couple of minutes on the charger will usually give you enough run time to hang a picture or install a new fixture. Now that I think about it, I may want a second less expensive unit in my RV.

Don't rush out and by the cheapest lithium screwdriver you can find, think about what you are going to do with it. If you are a contractor or assembly worker who is going to use it day in and day out, the cheaper units just aren't going to cut it for you. If you are a home owner who wants to have it on hand, just in case, a top of the line tool may be unnecessary . To answer the question at the start, who needs a lithium screwdriver? You do!


Who Needs a Lithium Screw Driver?

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