Whether you’re planning on designing and building your own Model Railroad Benchwork, or using one of our Digital Benchwork Plan Packages or Complete Table Kits, there are some essential tools that will make your job much easier. Below you will find links to recommended tools that will help you get the job done quickly and efficiently. They are basically listed in order from the easiest to use to those requiring more experience and knowledge. As with any power tool, always observe all safety precautions listed by the manufacturer, and never use any tool you are not comfortable with or do not have the proper training for.
- Framing squares Essential for checking the squareness of your cuts and benchwork.
- Carpentry Levels Used for leveling your benshwork after completion.
- Wood Clamps Keeps your work secured for assembly or fabrication processes.
- Shop Vacuums A must have for cleaning up debris from building and also layout scenery work in the latter stages of construction.
- Ryobi Cordless Drill Sets For drilling holes in your benchwork and driving fasteners such as wood screws.
- Ryobi Cordless Impact Sets This tool will drive fasteners which much less effort than a regular drill driver and also prevents stripping.
- Sanders Useful for smoothing out rough or uneven surfaces.
- Ryobi Cordless Circular Saws The smaller varieties (5.5″) are perfect for cutting parts for your benchwork, and are safer to work with.
- Jig Saws These are useful for cutting curves in plywood and other materials.
- Drill Presses This tool will save fatigue from drilling multiple holes, especially larger ones such as those for running wiring.
- Miter Saws Fast and efficient crosscuts and angle cuts.
- Routers and Accessories A more advanced tool used for rounding edges or cutting grooves in wood and other materials.
- Table Saws Recommended only for those with extensive woodworking experience, a table saw provides highly accurate cuts on plywood and other lumber
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