Power tools

Bodywork power tools: essential for repair work

In this section, Carross presents its range of electric tools for body repairers. In particular, you'll find our sanders, polishers and grinders. Choose from our tool brands: 4CR, KS Tools and FLEX. To help you choose the right power tool for you, Carross has provided some information that you may find useful. If you still have questions after reading this article, don't hesitate to contact our sales department, who will be happy to help you. You should also know that many of our electric tool equivalents are available in pneumatic versions. You can find all our pneumatic tools at this address.

Power tools play an essential role in the bodywork industry, offering powerful and versatile solutions for professionals who want to carry out high-quality repair and finishing work. Power tools have become essential partners, speeding up processes while ensuring greater precision.

Among the electric tools most commonly used in bodywork, electric sanders stand out. These tools offer constant power, enabling metal surfaces to be efficiently sanded to remove irregularities, rust or traces of old paint. Electric sanders are often fitted with dust extraction systems to minimise dust, ensuring a cleaner working environment.

Electric grinders are also key players in the bodywork industry. They are used to remove welds, cut metal parts or prepare surfaces for painting. Thanks to their power and the variety of discs available, electric grinders offer invaluable versatility in bodyshops.

Electric paint spray guns play a crucial role in the finishing process. These tools ensure a uniform and professional paint application, offering precise control over paint flow and pressure. Electric paint spray guns save a considerable amount of time compared with manual paint application, while ensuring optimum quality.

Electric dent removal tools are also widely used to straighten deformed metal surfaces without damaging the paint. They offer greater precision in the repair process, making it easier to work on specific areas of the bodywork.

Electric drills and electric screwdrivers are essential for the rapid dismantling and reassembly of parts. Their versatility and ability to deliver high torque simplify operations, saving professionals time when carrying out repairs.

In short, electric bodywork tools provide greater efficiency, constant power and precision in repair and finishing work. These tools, such as sanders, grinders, paint spray guns, dent removal tools, electric drills and screwdrivers, have become indispensable elements in bodyshops, enabling professionals to achieve exceptional results while optimising their productivity.

Our different power tools for your bodywork workshop:

Bodywork power tools offer modern, efficient solutions for a variety of tasks, from surface preparation to finishing. Here's a look at some of the power tools commonly used in bodywork:

Bodywork electric sander

Carross offers electric sanders. Like the pneumatic sander, the electric sander is designed to smooth out any unevenness on the bodywork surface. The choice of your future electric sander depends on what you want to do with it. The great thing about this type of machine is that you can use it to work on a wide range of car body materials, such as Clearcoat or Putty. This versatile tool can also be used to work on materials such as wood, plaster or plastic. Our FLEX electric sanders are among the best on the market. FLEX sanders are lightweight and easy to handle, with long run times. Their ergonomics are excellent for intensive use, and vibrations are minimal. What's more, our FLEX ORE model is fitted with a filter cartridge to keep out dust and further enhance user comfort and the quality of work on car bodywork. The FLEX eccentric sander can be used with different types of abrasive, depending on what you want to do with it. Whether you opt for sanding discs, polishing discs or polishing foam, Carross has all the products you need!

Carross electric polisher

Polishers are mainly used to maintain your car's paintwork. You can use an electric polisher to restore the shine to your bodywork. Our electric polishers are available in corded and battery-powered models. However, you should be aware that certain conditions must be met before using your polisher. If you use your polisher, remember to clean your car thoroughly beforehand. The cleaning products (such as polish) must also be of good quality: you'll find all the maintenance products on the Carross website. When using your polisher, remember not to apply too much pressure to the bodywork. Excessive pressure can not only slow down the machine's rotation, but also damage the car's paintwork. So remember to move the polisher around the bodywork regularly to avoid damaging the final result.

Bodywork drill-screwdrivers

Carross also stocks screwdriver-drivers with a motor that activates rotation, a trigger to operate the motor, a chuck with a bit adapted to the screw and a reversing switch to change the direction of rotation (whether screwing or unscrewing). The percussion screwdriver has a high rotation speed and can be used on a wide range of hard materials such as stone, brick, lightweight concrete and so on. Of course, this tool is also very useful for bodywork. When you activate the percussion, you release two "toothed wheels" which, by rubbing against each other, will transmit power to allow the drill to vibrate.

Chargers and battery:

Battery chargers are essential for maintaining the charge of vehicle batteries during bodywork. They ensure that the vehicle's electronic equipment remains powered and that welding or painting operations do not discharge the battery.

Heat gun :

The thermal stripper is used to remove paint, stickers or other surface coatings. It produces hot air at controlled temperatures, softening the materials to be removed.

Soldering iron :

The soldering iron is crucial for soldering electronic components, wiring or Spot-repairs on the bodywork. It provides precise and reliable welds.

Electric grinders :

Electric grinders are versatile in bodywork. They are used to cut, grind, deburr or prepare metal surfaces before painting. They are available in different sizes and with various accessories.

Electric pad sanders:

Electric pad sanders are used for fine, even sanding of surfaces. They are ideal for removing irregularities and smoothing surfaces before painting or polishing.

Each of these electric tools makes a specific contribution to the various phases of bodywork work. The judicious use of this equipment optimises the repair, preparation and finishing process, guaranteeing professional, long-lasting results. It's important to choose quality tools adapted to the specific needs of the bodywork to ensure efficient and precise work.

Questions about using power tools:

On the Internet, users frequently ask a variety of questions about power tools. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions on the subject:

1. What are the best power tools for the home?

Users are often looking for recommendations on essential power tools for domestic use, such as drills, saws, sanders, etc.

2. How do I choose an electric drill?

Internet users ask about the criteria for choosing an electric drill, such as power, speed, type of chuck and portability.

3. What are the most reliable brands for power tools?

The search for reputable and reliable brands is a frequent question. Users want to know which brands offer the best quality and durability.

4. How should power tools be maintained?

Questions about the maintenance of power tools are common. Users are looking for advice on lubrication, cleaning filters and replacing wearing parts.

5. What are the differences between an orbital sander and a belt sander?

Comparisons between different types of power tools are frequently requested, particularly for specific tools such as sanders.

6. How can I use power tools safely?

Safety issues are paramount. Users are looking for advice on the safe use of power tools, including the use of personal protective equipment.

7. What are the best performing cordless power tools?

The growing popularity of cordless power tools is raising questions about which models offer the best performance in terms of power and battery life.

8. How do I choose an electric grinder for specific jobs?

Users want advice on selecting electric grinders for specific tasks, such as grinding, cutting or deburring.

9. What power tools are essential for car maintenance?

Car mechanics are looking for recommendations on the power tools they need for vehicle maintenance, such as impact spanners, drills and so on.

These questions reflect users' continuing interest in practical information and expert advice on power tools.

The professional brands of power tools offered by Carross :

The Flex brand of power tools:

Flex is a German brand renowned for its high-quality power tools, including sanders, grinders, polishers and drills. Flex products are appreciated for their performance, durability and technological innovation. They are often used in a variety of fields, including car bodywork.

The General Pneumatic brand of power tools:

General Pneumatic focuses more on pneumatic tools than power tools. However, it does offer a wide range of pneumatic tools for use in car bodywork, including pneumatic hammers, drills and dent removal tools.

The KS Tools brand of power tools:

KS Tools, a German brand, is renowned for providing professional-quality tools. It offers a wide range of hand and power tools, including bodywork tools. KS Tools products are often recognised for their robustness and professional design.

The Mirka brand of power tools:

Mirka is a Finnish company specialising in abrasives and Sanding solutions. Although it is best known for its electric sanders and abrasives, it also offers electric polishing solutions. Mirka tools are renowned for their ergonomics, low vibration levels and efficiency.