How To Choose A Fastening Tool Efficiently?

 In any assembly or maintenance activity that we carry out, it is necessary to have fastening tools that allow us to conveniently develop the entire project comfortably without any complications.. But do we know how to choose these tools


Fastening tools are used both by professionals in the sector and by amateurs for DIY or carpentry work that consists of fixing, fastening, or joining two materials, which can be wood or metal. In this article, we offer you some tips that will allow you to know how to choose your fastening tools depending on the welding work you are doing.


What Fastening Tool Do I Need?

Each application has a distinct fastening tool. Three types of fastening tools are differentiated according to their power, expressed in joules (J): light, medium, and heavy.


  • Light fastening tools have a power rating between 85 and 100 J and are gas or battery powered. They mainly use nails with a diameter between 2.5 and 3 mm and are ideal for fastening light elements in series: fastening rails for partitions or electrical cables in concrete or steel.

  • The medium nail guns have power between 80 and 330 J, and the diameters of nails are between 3.5 and 4 mm. They allow fixing from light loads to higher ones such as false ceilings, light plumbing, and cable routes. They are based on powder-actuated technology and are versatile, thanks to their power regulator. However, they do require regular maintenance.

  • Heavy fastening tools have power between 330 and 500 J. They are based on powder-actuated technology and are mainly used for demanding fastenings in steel. These also require regular maintenance and are suitable for most metal decking, cladding, grating installation, or connector applications for composite floors.


Whether you are working with metal or wood, you will need tools that, on the one hand, allow you to work comfortably and hold the pieces to be welded correctly and, on the other, do not trap your fingers while you are working. It is somewhat comical, but many welders sometimes prefer to save a few bucks on these tools and suffer the inconveniences that may appear: poorly set jobs, missed deadlines, etc.

To know how to choose your fastening tool, be clear about what type of fastening we are talking about. As we have mentioned, the type of fixation that we are going to develop influences greatly when choosing the best tool. Therefore, we could highlight two differentiated groups:

  • To make a fastening in two pieces that have to be bolted together
  • To hold a part while we work on it
In the case of the first group, there are many tools that can help you. For example, if you are looking for a quick and easy fastening, grip tools are usually the ones to go for. On some occasions, you may want to hold two “cornered” or “T” shaped pieces together. In such cases, joint tools are usually the better option. You may even need to weld two tubes, in which case, tube clamps, suitable for different thicknesses, can help you.

Regarding the second group, grip pliers could help you considerably to better hold the part or parts that you need to weld and increase the safety of what you are doing. It can also help you minimize any risk that may occur as much as possible. You may also need to separate the sides of a piece, widening spaces, or insert elements into a channel that is shaped like a "U.” In this case, expansion pliers are the most optimal tools as they move in opposite directions and push against two surfaces.

Always Choose A Fastener Based On The Activity You Are Doing


With the exception of the clamp, which is essential in any workshop, the rest of the fastening tools must be chosen according to the activity that we are going to carry out using them. If, for example, you are going to cut or bend a piece, think about those tools that can be attached to your workbench. Thus, in addition to gripping the piece, you can hold the tool to the bench and work more comfortably. And if you need a fastening tool like torque wrench one should be certain of the application it is used for. For Eg: Infrastructure or Mining Projects require Battery torque wrench or electric torque wrench whereas Projects in industries like Oil and Gas, Chemicals or Other Industries can choose from a hydraulic torque wrench or pneumatic torque wrench.


And on the other hand, for large or heavy OEM Manufacturers, Automotive Manufacturing, Defence or Aviation, always use electric assembly tools that can withstand any complications and deliver fast assembly which  can hold pieces correctly.


Remember that it is very unproductive to use a tool that does not touch on a job that does not really need it. Hence, always consider the activity that you need to do in order to choose the right fastener for the job. 


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