The flat chisel is a popular tool for breaking masonry, concrete or loose rock. What to look for when buying a flat chisel, how to care for a flat chisel and what other applications there are, you will learn in our checklist .
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- Flat chisels are tool attachments for hammer drills and demolition hammers.
- They have a slightly flattened, but still quite narrow end. This leads to a quite high power transmission.
- Flat chisels are therefore ideal for general demolition work.
- With a flat chisel you can, for example, remove plaster from the wall, work on bricks or concrete.
- With restrictions, they can also be used for removing tiles, but they do not achieve as precise results as a special tile chisel.
- If you are planning extensive demolition work, you should consider purchasing a chisel set with different chisels.
- Make sure that the flat chisel fits the tool holder of the existing demolition equipment.
- Powerful rotary hammers and larger demolition hammers usually use an SDS-Max system, which allows for very strong power transfer.
- Smaller demolition hammers, on the other hand, are equipped with an SDS-Plus tool holder.
- The two systems are not compatible with each other.
- An alternative to the flat chisel for demolition tools are hand chisels, which are traditionally used with a hammer.
- An ergonomically shaped handle makes working easier.
- Hand chisels should also have hand guards to prevent finger injuries.
- The chisel tip is usually made of hardened, high-alloy tool steel and is very robust.
- However, the chisel wears out and loses its sharpness during use.
- It must therefore be reground regularly.
- Some manufacturers offer self-sharpening chisels that save you from having to resharpen them.
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FAQ About Flat Chisels
What is a flat chisel?
A flat chisel is used for chiseling and breaking work of any kind. Above all, the flat chisel is used to remove protruding concrete or to loosen mortar residues.
What types of chisels are there?
Chisels come in different varieties and sizes. The best known are flat, pointed, masonry, grooving, gouging and cross chisels.
Which chisel for concrete?
A pointed chisel is best for concrete or other hard building materials.
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