The Cool Tools collection is comprised of a variety of tools available for one-week check-out by cardholders. The purchasing of the tools was made possible by a generous grant from the Taco/White Family Foundation.
The following Cool Tools are available for borrowing at the listed locations:
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Zircon StudSensor e50 Available at the Central Library Into home improvement? Use this stud finder to detect the edges of wood and metal studs and joists behind walls, floors, and ceilings. Why stop there? This sensor also utilizes patented technology to detect live AC voltage. |
Black & Decker Thermal Leak Detector Available at the Central Library Determine energy leaks in your home with this infrared thermometer. With an easy-to-use interface, you can set a reference temperature, then watch the LED display change color as the thermometer detects hot or cold spots. |
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Kill A Watt EZ Power Meter P4460 Available at the Central Library Ever wonder how much energy your appliances are using? This meter calculates the energy costs of your electrical devices and can help you make decisions about which appliances you should leave plugged in. |
Fluke 62 Max+ IR Thermometer Available at the Central Library Small and durable, this infrared thermometer is everything you'd expect from a professional tool that quickly and accurately detects temperature readings. |
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Roku 2 Streaming Player Available at the Central Library This streaming device allows you to stream nearly 200 popular movies to your television over WiFi. Just plug in the Roku to your TV's HDMI port, connect it to WiFi, and gain access to the library's VUDU account, which is stocked with the latest movies. |
Ghost EMF Meter Kit Available at the Central Library and the Oak Lawn Branch Whether you're investigating a haunting, or simply curious about the EMFs (electric and magnetic field) in your home and neighborhood, this kit has all the tools you need to gather evidence. |
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Bosch GLM 10 Laser Measure Available at the Central Library Thanks to this device’s laser precision technology and continuous measurement mode, it takes instant and reliable measurements up to 35 square feet. This pocket-sized laser measure operates simply, with the push of a button. |
Picture Hanging Tool Available at the Central Library Hang & Level is the picture hanging tool designed to mark exactly where the nail goes, making it quick and easy to decorate your walls like a pro. Marks exactly where the nail goes , hangs pictures visually without measuring, and can be used on all wall materials . Maximum weight 10 lbs on single hook, 20 lbs on double hook. |
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Camcorder Video Camera Available at the Central Library Small and light with a sleek new design, the Canon VIXIA HF M500 camcorder's image quality is unsurpassed, thanks to the camcorder's newly designed, professional-level Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor. |
Airthings Digital Radon Detector Available at the Central Library Take control of your radon levels with no lab tests needed, ever! Quick results - within 24 hours you will see the first indication of your radon levels. Accurate - track levels over long periods for more accuracy than traditional methods. |
 Roscoe Medical Fingertip Pulse Oximeter
Available at the Central Library
Monitor and maintain pulse rate and oxygen saturation levels. Easy to operate, high accuracy, perfect for sports enthusiasts, auto-off function.
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Amprobe BAT-200 Battery Tester Available at the Central Library Check batteries! Battery failure is often a common cause of instrument failure. Easy-to-read color-coded display with "good", "low" and "replace/recharge" indicators. Works with standard and rechargeable batteries. |
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Johnson 10" Digital Torpedo Level Available at the Central Library Backlit LCD, IP65 construction - dustproof and waterproof, sub-display for showing reference angles, strong rare earth magnets and V-groove top edge, display automatically inverts when working overhead. |
All items are available to cardholders 18+ years of age for one-week loan periods. Tools must be returned to the location they were borrowed from during open library hours. Overdue fines accrue at $5/day. Fee for returning item to another location is $5. Complete lending policy is available here.