Tool Training is a pre-requisite to becoming a member at Kitabina Makerspace as it helps to ensure safety and sustainability of the tools and space. Learn how to safely use woodworking tools in a hands-on session.

Here is the list of tools available and brief description of skills learned:

Tool Training Level 1 – RM80/pax (FREE DAY PASS!)

MEASURING TOOLS – Inside dimensions vs outside dimensions
HAND SAWS – Pull saws vs push saws
CHISELS AND HAMMERS – Bevel up vs Bevel down / hammer types
DRILL DRIVER – Types of bits / how to prevent bit breakage
IMPACT DRIVER – Types of bits / how to prevent screw stripping
ORBITAL SANDER – Preventing pad damage /changing papers
MITER SAW – 90degree cuts / angle cuts / safety / all locks and mechanisms on saws
ALL CLAMPS – best ways to hold pieces together!

Tool Training Level 2 – RM100/pax (FREE DAY PASS!)

CIRCULAR SAW – Blade Depth adjustment / proper material support / using straight edge
JIGSAW – Types of blades / straight cuts / curved cuts
BELT SANDER – changing belt grits / speed adjustment / using all related jigs
DISC SANDER – using different positions on the disc sander / using the miter gauge
SPINDLE SANDER – size of spindle and base / sanding direction
DRILL PRESS – changing bits / proper fencing and clamping

Tool Training Level 3 – RM150/pax (FREE DAY PASS!)

TABLE SAW – cross cuts / rip cuts / usage of jigs / kickback prevention / blade depth adjustment / angle cuts
BANDSAW – throat height adjustment / fence usage / blade types / straight cuts / curved cuts
ROUTER – changing router bits / cutting depth / cutting direction / proper support / template cutting
PLANER – size of piece and orientation of piece / cut amount per pass / maximum cut width

Once you’re all equipped and feeling confident, check out our membership passes here to use our space and get access to tools to kickstart your first project!

NOTE:

• If your desired date is sold out or outside of our regular schedule, kindly drop us a message at wa.me/601113391430 to check – Much appreciated!
• FREE Day Pass is only valid for same day of Tool Training class
• 1 person is entitled to only one FREE Day Pass (eg. whether taking TT1 or TT1+2+3, only 1 FREE day pass is offered, valid on the same day as Tool Training class)