One of the oldest building tools that appeared on earth is considered a hammer. At the very beginning of human history, almost all of its species were invented. Later, after the discovery of the properties of rubber, craftsmen came up with and created another kind of tool. Rubber mallet is designed for work with materials that are susceptible to compression. This article discusses this simple but necessary tool in construction.
Types of malas
This unpretentious at first glance, the tool is made of the hardest types of wood, as well as black or white rubber. Rubber mallet is used to work with chisels and chisels. If necessary, performing carpentry, you can use it with other tools. The use of a tool with a rubber striker allows you to maintain the integrity of the handles of auxiliary equipment.
Rubber hammer (mallet) can be different. Depending on the purpose, several types of this tool are distinguished.
Joiner's mallet is used for mortising. With its help, the hammer or chisel perform the necessary amount of work. Cutters are knocked out with such a tool (setting up tools for planing).
Locksmiths are used for dressing metal (sheet), they are used for work in which metal products are folded. A tool of this purpose is slightly different from the previous one - it is made in the form of a rectangular striker with a round handle.
Turning hammers are used to perform the same functions as the previous model. However, the hammer head of these tools, as well as its handle, are turned on a lathe.
Rubber mallet usually has a handle made of viscous and heavy wood, such as hornbeam or elm. Despite the simplicity of the tool, there are some features in its production. A mallet hammer is made as follows: a handle is inserted in the center of the hammer in a cone-shaped hole. This is necessary so that the head does not fall off the handle during operation. Fluoroplastic, wood or rubber is usually used as the material.
What is a mallet for?
Previous article material shows that rubber mallet is widely used in metalwork and carpentry. This tool is involved in many operations:
- when performing work on stone and wood;
- during roofing;
- when straightening damaged surfaces of the car;
- when laying paving slabs;
- when installing glazing beads on windows.
Additionally
Rubber mallet have several more features. If their working head is white, then traces will not remain on the surfaces with which the strikers will be in contact during operation. The handle in such hammers is made of fiberglass - an elastic material that is not afraid of solvents. Such a tool is useful for the master to perform complex "jewelry" work. Moreover, a person using a rubber mallet will not have any unpleasant, uncomfortable sensations.