Articles
Welcome to the Makers Market Articles hub, your go-to resource for mastering tools and machinery in Australia. Whether you’re a hobbyist shaping steel, a DIYer decoding machine tapers, or a startup exploring carbide vs. HSS, we’ve got you covered. Dive into expert insights on safety, materials, and equipment to elevate your craft—straight from Sydney’s Inner West tool specialists.
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Why Japanese Precision Tools Are Worth Every Cent
And why the cheap alternative often ends up costing more If you’ve ever stood in front of a product listing, weighing up a Mitutoyo against a budget import that looks…
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Maintenance Guide: Restoring & Verifying Used 3-Point Bore Micrometers
When purchasing used internal micrometers (often called Holtests) that do not include their original setting rings, verifying their condition is critical. Often, a micrometer that appears “out of spec” is…
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Quick Guide: Calibrating Your Precision Machinist Level
Sensitivity: 0.02mm/1m Tool Required: Flat-head screwdriver (usually small) or the specific adjusting pin if supplied. 1. Prepare the Surface Find a surface plate or a high-quality machine table (like a…
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The Mitutoyo Wrist Watch – A Bit of Fun, Not a Precision Time Tool
Every now and then something odd turns up with the Mitutoyo name on it.Most of the time it’s a dial gauge, a micrometer, or a digital calipers, things built to…
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Makers Market Now Ships to New Zealand!
We’ve got exciting news — Makers Market is officially shipping to New Zealand! From today, our full range of machines, tooling, and precision equipment is available to our New Zealand…
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Why Mitutoyo Measuring Equipment Is a Machinist’s Best Friend
When it comes to precision, few names carry the weight of Mitutoyo. For decades, this Japanese brand has set the gold standard in measuring tools, earning a cult following among…
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Steel Temperature Guide
Discover the essential steel temperature guide for forging and hardening! This post features a detailed color chart to help you identify critical temperature ranges, from forging readiness to optimal hardening…
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Differences Between Carbide & HSS
Cutting tools are an essential component in machine shops, as they are responsible for cutting and shaping various materials. Two of the most commonly used cutting tools in the industry…
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Machine Tapers
Unlock the essentials of machine tapers in this comprehensive guide! Learn about the different types, sizes, and applications of tapers used in machining, and how they ensure precision and efficiency…
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Metal Lathe: A Guide to Safe and Effective Use
A metal lathe is a versatile machine tool used to shape metal and other materials into various shapes and sizes. It is commonly used in the production of parts for…
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Using a Drill Press
A drill press is a useful tool for drilling holes in wood, metal, plastic, and other materials. In this article, we’ll go over the basics of how to use a…
New arrivals
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Mitutoyo Dial Gauge 2046F
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Mitutoyo 50-150mm Bore Gauge 511-703
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Mitutoyo 0.01mm Dial Indicator 513-426-10
$199.90 -
Mitutoyo 0.01mm Indicator 513-426-10
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Mitutoyo 125-150mm Digital Mic 293-251-30
Original price was: $329.90.$299.90Current price is: $299.90. -
Iscar 26mm Parting Blade Block SGTBN 19-5
$99.90
