Magnetic Tool Rack

Step 6 Some variations on the same theme

Another cool thing about having a metal tool rack, is that a custom tool holder isn't needed in all cases.

See my el-cheapo set of hobby knives. I just duct taped a magnet in a magnet cup to the inside back of the case (under the knifes) and now I can stick the whole case on the rack.

Same idea goes for this little watchmakers case. I can stick a smaller magnet (this one is 1/2") inside . Place something else inside and then place it on the rack. All complete with a nice little window to see what's inside.

Now I don't have to root through a bunch of drawers to find my solder wick.

So that's my story and I am sticking to it (Sorry, bad pun). Hope you enjoyed the instructable as much as I enjoyed making the tool racks.

If you decide to build a project like this, be creative and build to suit.

Let me know what you think, and I'll keep you updated when I build a new tool holder.

Comments

[appsman]

OK, fess up. What did you do to your left thumb? The best safety training is hearing about other people's "Ooops". At least there's still a whole digit in there.

[packrathacker]

Unrelated accident. I was testing some jack stands by pushing down with my hand... unbeknowst to me the pin wasn't in all the way and I slammed my thumb in between the base and the stand... It was pretty painful and there was lots of blood...but I'm feeling much better now :)