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We’ve all blown a fuse at one time or another. Maybe you throw some leftovers in the microwave on a relaxing Sunday, only to have the lights shut off as soon as you hit the ‘start’ button. Resetting the breaker is easy. Just look at the panel, find out which one is flipped the other direction, and turn it back on. Circuit breakers perform an …

If you’re doing any type of electrical work, a non-contact voltage tester is an essential tool to have in your arsenal. Having one could literally be the difference between life and death. What these handy little tools do is use magnetic sensors to determine if a cable is currently conducting voltage. Simply place one against your wire, push the button, and it will light up …

How wet is it? Anytime you need to carefully monitor the moisture content of some type of material, there’s no substitute for a good moisture meter. They’re widely used in woodworking, agriculture, building inspection, leatherwork, and countless other industries. Is there too much moisture in wood flooding? You might be looking at mold or warping. Too much moisture in bailed hay? You could be looking …

Whether you’re recording your bands demo tape or just curious how loud it is in your favorite coffee shop, a decibel meter is the one piece of equipment that can give you an answer. For anyone working with professional grade audio, this is a must-have piece of equipment. From recording hardware to amplified audio systems, the only way to really know how loud your environment …

For the most part, there are two reasons people reload their own shells. The first reason is having optimal ammunition. People who want true accuracy will weigh their brass cases. For the tightest possible grouping on your shots, there’s no substitute to reloading yourself. The second reason is safety. Bullets that are manufactured by some machine are going to be prone to mistakes. Even if …