Power tools and noise ratings

[David Love]

It does appear that manufacturers don't have these ratings readily
available.  Don't bother to dig, but thanks.  

David Love
davidlovepianos@earthlink.net


> [Original Message]
> From: Joseph Garrett <joegarrett@earthlink.net>
> To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
> Date: 9/30/2003 1:19:45 AM
> Subject: Re: Power tools and noise ratings
>
> The best way to judge the db levels is to do your own tests at the
hardware
> stores. First stop by Radio Shack and purchase A db Meter. They are fairly
> inexpensive. That way you will have your own data, etc.
> As this "problem" is becoming more and more apparent to manufacturers,
> you'll find that many tools have been made to run quieter. I've found this
> to be true with the new compressor I acquired recently and the shop vac,
> (two of the loudest. Only exceeded by, of course, the Router!<G> ). I
have a
> list of such measurements, regarding my tools, from my class on "The
Stigma
> of Hearing Loss". However, it only lists my stuff. Besides, I'd have to
dig
> through a lot of paper to find it.<G> :-( If you really want it, I'll do
the
> "digging". Another approach would be to examine your shop and it's
> Acoustics, (or lack thereof), and possibly put in some acoustical
dampeners,
> etc. A good book is the one available for Recording by Musicians, or some
> such title, that is sold by music stores and catalogues.
> Best Regards,
> Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon)
> Captain, Tool Police
> Squares Are I
>
>
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