A chisel hammer is a portable tool used in the construction industry to remove small amounts of concrete material, flooring, and create holes. It can be powered by electricity or compressed air and has interchangeable chisel heads. Safety precautions must be followed during use.
A chisel hammer is a smaller, more portable version of a jackhammer. The hand-held power or pneumatic tool is used to chip or remove small amounts of concrete material at a time. It is primarily used in the construction industry to remove different types of flooring material, such as ceramic tile, grout, and thinset, prior to installing new flooring. Other applications in the construction industry are the removal of small quantities of concrete, mortar or holes for electrical and plumbing applications.
Both types of chisel hammer generally work the same way, except for their power source. The electric version of the tool is powered by 120 volts of electricity. The pneumatic versions work with compressed air, which is supplied to the chipping hammer via air hoses. One benefit of an air chisel hammer is that it can operate from a gas or diesel powered compressor in remote job sites where electricity is not available.
Featuring interchangeable chisel heads in various sizes, the chisel hammer is the ceramic installer’s tool of choice when removing old ceramic floors. Without the chisel hammer, this process would have to be done by hand using a standard hammer and chisel or a hand floor scraper. The chisel hammer simplifies the process, increasing overall labor productivity.
The tool is usually equipped with three types of chisels which are used for different applications. These three types include a large chisel for removing large amounts of material, a smaller version for hard-to-reach places, and a sharp chisel for holes. It is recommended to grease the chisel shaft before use to avoid damage to the chisel or hammer.
The hand chisel hammer works by rapidly vibrating and driving the head of the chisel into the material. During operation, the hammer is placed against the material to be removed. The action chips the surface of the material to loosen or remove it from the substrate. Once the material is free from the substrate, it can be easily removed from the work area or job site.
It is very important that those using this tool follow all of the manufacturer’s safety recommendations. Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from flying debris. The durable gloves help protect your hands from the sharp edges of debris and absorb the vibrations caused by the chisel hammer, which can cause fatigue. During the process, you also need a respirator or dust mask to prevent inhaling cement, mortar and other dust particles, which could cause serious respiratory health problems.
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