The ENV Makerspace provides a variety of hammers and mallets designed to meet the needs of different tasks and materials. Selecting the right tool is essential for safety and precision. Selecting the right hammer or mallet is crucial for the success of your project and your safety. If you're unsure which tool is best for your needs, feel free to ask our staff for guidance. Below are the available options:
- Claw Hammers: A versatile tool with a curved, split claw on one side for driving nails and pulling them out. This hammer is ideal for general construction, woodworking, and everyday tasks requiring a traditional hammer.
- Ball-Peine Hammers: Featuring a flat striking surface on one side and a rounded, ball-shaped peen on the other, this hammer is perfect for shaping metal, riveting, and light forging. It's commonly used in metalworking and other tasks requiring precise blows.
- Wood Carving Mallet: A soft, wooden mallet used in conjunction with carving tools. Its gentle strike minimizes the risk of damage to the tools or material, making it ideal for delicate carving or chisel work in woodworking.
- Rubber Dead-Blow Hammer: Known for its controlled strikes, this hammer has a hollow head filled with materials like sand or steel shot to reduce rebound. It's especially useful for precision tasks such as assembly, alignment, or striking delicate materials without causing damage.
- Club Hammer (Mini Sledge): A smaller version of the traditional sledgehammer, the club hammer has a heavy, solid head, ideal for heavy-duty tasks such as driving masonry nails, breaking stone, or driving large stakes. It's designed to deliver powerful strikes with greater control than a full-sized sledge.
- Tack Hammers: A lightweight hammer with a small, flat head, commonly used for driving small nails or tacks into delicate surfaces. Its design allows for greater accuracy when working with upholstery, trim, or other fine materials.