Tools, DIY, Home, Office

Biometric Wall Vault

Biometric Wall Vault

I don’t think I could afford anything worth putting in the Biometric Wall Vault after buying it and having to pay for it! Regardless, this is pretty James Bond cool.

The Biometric Wall Vault uses your fingerprint and up to four others to open the electronic vault. The installation should be easy because the vault runs on a rechargable battery so you don’t have to wire electricity to the vault and the vault installs between standard 16″ on-center studs. With a rechargeable battery controlling electricity to the vault, you can even use it when the power is out.

Computer Repair Toolkit

Computer Repair Toolkit

I know what you’re thinking: what an underwhelming Gimzo! Sure, that’s true, but this is a really well-priced toolkit that will help you every time you crack open that computer or electronic gadget to tinker around. Screwdrivers, hex keys, wrench, pliers, driver bits and even a crimping tool are among the nice variety of tools you’ll find in this compact case.

Dual-action, Dual Wheel Pizza Cutter

Dual-action, Dual Wheel Pizza Cutter

Geeks sometimes venture into the kitchen, and when they do, they like gadgets there too. And what better than a gadget to deal with pizza? The ubiquitous pizza cutter gets an upgrade. Two wheels once again prove to be better than one as the double-action cutting wheels cut quickly and easily through any dough. One pass with is usually all it takes for the perfectly sliced pizza. Two stainless steel cutting wheels slice quickly and cleanly through the thickest pizza dough. And the ergonomic, non-slip handle will give you a safe, secure grip. It’s also dishwasher-safe.

Ultrasonic Digital Distance Estimator

ultrasonic-dist-measureFrom toy to tool, we can be a bit erratic, but they’re still gizmos and that’s what we’re all about. Actually, to a do-it-yourselfer or a carpenter, this tool is quite a nice little toy! It quickly measures distances and even areas and volumes, by using ultrasonic waves. Just point and click. The exact measurement appears instantly in the display. Quickly and accurately measures distances up to 50 feet. Laser pointer locates the exact spot from which you want to measure.

Features:

  • Large, easy-to-read digital screen
  • Calculates total area and volume
  • “Set” feature allows you to choose measurements from the top or bottom of unit
  • Audio signal to indicate when measurement is complete
  • Low battery indicator.
  • Automatic shutoff preserves battery life.
  • Convenient holster attaches to belt or waistband.
  • Uses one 9-volt battery (not included).

Update: One of our fine readers pointed out that this no longer exists. Here’s one from Zircon ($39) that not only uses sonic waves to measure distances, but also includes a laser targeting system. You can also find many more distance measures (laser and ultrasonic) at Amazon‘s Home Improvement store.

Price: $39.00
(Please note prices are subject to change and the listed price is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of posting)

Frigits: Magnetic Marble Rollercoaster Office Toy

Frigits: Magnetic Marble Rollercoaster Office Toy

Just when you think they’ve thought of everything, along comes a new toy or gadget that makes you reach for your wallet, because you have to have it. This innovative doohickey is sort of like Mouse Trap for your fridge door. Just slap together some of the parts to create your own little rollercoaster for marbles. You have at your arsenal a combination of chutes, funnels, catapults, spinners and sheer drop offs to arrange according to your mood and tastes.

Vapo-Blaster

Vapo-Blaster

Now you can be your own super-villain, launching smoky balls of brumous pain at all who stand between you and office domination. Or, perhaps you need to defend the world against invading alien hordes, gangs of office solicitors, or packs of ugly children. Whoever your adversary is, the Vapo-Blaster is your weapon of choice.

Each blaster is molded with the style of classic ray guns from the time before television. A clear plastic bubble in the Vapo-Blaster lights up as it fills with fog, to make the design pack even more retro goodness. Just dip the gun into the bubble liquid dipping tray, and blast away! The bubbles will stream out and when they pop, everyone will be awed by your ability to produce magic clouds. And then you can do it again and again – and soon you will be the office wizard and everyone will respect you.

Desktop Personal Air Conditioner

Desktop Personal Air Conditioner

Staying cool and comfortable has never been easier, thanks to the Desktop Personal Air Conditioner! Designed for ease of use, it utilizes frozen water to create a personal climate controlled system anyone can use! Don’t let hot summer months ruin your code. Stay calm, collected & cool…

Simply fill the supplied bottle with water, freeze it, place it back in the chamber and turn the power switch on. That’s it! Now you are ready to enjoy a cool, relaxing gentle breeze any time, anywhere and since it uses only natural water for cooling, the Desktop Air Conditioner is economical to use. Ideal for use wherever personal cooling is required.

SuperMag – Magnetic Genius Construction Kit

SuperMag - Magnetic Genius Construction Kit

These addictive high-tech thingamabobs showcase one of natures most prevalent invisible forces – magnetism! It’s a mini desktop construction set built from small highly magnetic rods and nickel plated spheres that allow you to create complex structures (that can be incredibly strong) all the while avoiding those prosaic action items from yesterdays departmental meetings. Your creativity is the limit. Build models, buildings, mathematical shapes, even spinning tops! This latest version incorporates tapered rods so that you can attach more rods to each sphere. To really see what you can do, hop over to the linked site to see examples of what folks have built with these puppies.

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