Are you often left puzzled about battery choices, particularly when it comes to amp hours (Ah)? And find yourself wondering is a higher Ah battery better? A higher Ah battery doesn’t mean it’s better. Rather, a higher Ah means longer runtime before the battery needs to be recharged. Simply put, Ah represents the capacity of a […]
A portable generator can be a lifesaver when the power goes out in your area, but you might be wondering, what happens to a portable generator when the power comes back on? Is this likely to damage your expensive equipment and lead to you needing to replace it? A portable generator should not be wired […]
Confused about which tool to use for your DIY projects? And the handyman keeps recommending an oscillating tool. But what is an oscillating tool used for, exactly? An Oscillating Tool is used for various tasks such as sanding, sawing metal, wood, and drywall, creating large holes, and plunging cuts into hardwood. It can also be […]
It’s important to know the wattage requirements of your electronic devices when faced with no access to power outlets. This will help ensure that you have enough capacity for all those gadgets and gizmos, so they can keep running when camping or during an emergency. So how many watts do common electronic devices require? This […]
Have you ever asked yourself, can you run a portable generator in a shed? You are probably already aware that you can’t have a running portable generator in your house, but what about in a shed? Portable generators cannot be run in enclosed spaces, and that includes sheds. There are several associated risks, including carbon […]
Are you in the market for a portable inverter generator for your home electronics? If so, you may have come across the term “sine wave output.” But what is sine wave output, and is it something you need to worry about? Sine wave output is a steady and continuous wave, that provides a smooth, periodic […]
Recently at Lowes and noticed a full line of tools with the FLEX logo on it, and wondered who makes Flex power tools? Flex power tools is owned by the Chervon Group, which is a global manufacturer out of China. Its North American operations are based in Naperville, Illinois. Chervon acquired the Flex Brand in […]
A portable generator can be a lifesaver when you are suffering from a power outage, but it’s very important that you know how to use one. Have you ever wondered, how long can you run a portable generator? Portable generators are not intended to be run for enormously long periods; they are designed to provide […]
Have you ever wanted to work outside and get DIY tasks done, but found that the rain is stopping you from getting out there and finishing things? And you might be wondering can you use battery powered tools in the rain? Or do you need to wait until the rain stops? Never use battery powered […]
If you’re keen to start using solar as a backup source of power or if you’ve got an RV, you might be wondering, can you run a heater on solar power? Heaters take a lot of power, after all, so are your solar panels up to the task? You can run a heater using solar […]