Hammers
A hammer is a hand tool that serves to move or deform an object with strong blows. Depending on the purpose, there are hammers of different shapes and materials. There are hammers with a hard steelhead and soft hammers made of rubber, plastic, brass, or copper.
Hardhead hammers are made from high-grade alloy steel and hardness. The head of these hammers must be harder than the material used.
Machinist’s hammer
A Machinist’s (locksmith’s) hammer is for general purpose, with a flat head on one side and a right-angle blade on the other. Used to force objects together or apart. The sharp part is used for inaccessible places when the flat part cannot be approached. The hammer should always match the size of the job, and it is usually better to use one that is too big than too small.
Machinist’s hammer
Ball peen hammer
The ball-shaped hammer has a head with a flat tip and a ball. It is usually used to remove or install rivets.
Sledgehammer
Sledgehammer is the heaviest type of hammer that can be used one-handed. It is used for breaking out when it is necessary to apply a strong blow. It is usually used in tandem with a punch or blade for cutting screws, removing pin joints, etc.
Sledgehammer
Soft-faced hammer
Soft-headed hammers are used to place, move or remove soft parts. A hammer with a rubber head is most often used, for example, to hit a crankshaft when measuring lateral displacement or to remove a seal on an aluminum housing. A hammer with a brass head is used to hit the gear or shaft because it will not damage them.
Dead blow hammer
A dead blow hammer is designed so that it does not bounce when something hits. A rebounding hammer can be dangerous and harmful. The head of the hammer can be made of lead or more often hollow polyurethane filled with lead shot or sand. The head absorbs the blow when the hammer makes contact, reducing any bounce-back or rebounding. This hammer can be used when working on the vehicle chassis or when dislodging stuck parts.
