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Cool Tools

The Cool Tools collection is comprised of a variety of tools available for check-out by cardholders. The purchasing of the tools was made possible by a generous grant from the Taco/White Family Foundation.

All items are available to cardholders 18+ years of age for one-week loan periods unless otherwise specified. 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.

The following Cool Tools are available for borrowing at the listed locations:

  • Airthings Digital Radon Detector Contents

    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. 

  • Amprobe BAT-200 Battery Tester Contents

    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.

  • Black & Decker Thermal Leak Detector Contents

    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.

  • Bosch GLM 100-23 Laser Measure Contents

    Bosch GLM 100-23 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 100 feet. This pocket-sized laser measure operates simply, with the push of a button.

  • Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine Contents

    Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine

    Available at the Central Library
    *Three week loan period*

    Machine has 27 built-in stitches, quick-set bobbin, needle threader, button sewing foot and additional accessories with instructional DVD. 

  • Camcorder Video Camera Contents

    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.

  • Fluke 62 Max+ IR Thermometer Contents

    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.

  • Ghost EMF Meter Kit Contents

    Ghost EMF Meter Kit

    Available at the Central Library

    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.

  • Johnson 10" Digital Torpedo Level Contents

    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.

  • Kill A Watt EZ Power Meter P4460 Contents

    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.

  • Klein Tools RT250 GFCI Outlet Tester Contents

    Klein Tools RT250 GFCI Outlet Tester

    Available at the Central Library

    Electrical circuit tester that tests the wiring conditions at an electrical outlet and inspects GFCI devices. The LCD displays the voltage, the wiring fault and the GFCI trip time.

  • Picture Hanging Tool Contents

    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.

  • Roku 2 Streaming Player Contents

    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.

  • Roscoe Medical Fingertip Pulse Oximeter Contents

    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.

  • Talking Books Library Kit Contents

    Talking Books Library Kit

    Available at the Central Library
    *Three week loan period*

    The National Library Service provides free audiobook players to residents who are blind or physically handicapped. This Talking Books Library Kit lets you try out a player with everything you need included - digital player, headphones, instructions in print and Braille, and a sample book cartridge. If you'd like to receive your own player, ask at the Reference Desk about signing up for a Talking Books Library membership.

  • Ukulele Kits @ Oak Lawn Branch Contents

    Ukulele Kits @ Oak Lawn Branch

    Available at the Oak Lawn Branch

    This kit is for music enthusiasts of all ages to try their hand at the ukulele. The kit includes a soprano ukulele, shoulder strap, chord cart, easy-to-use tuner, beginner's instruction book, and a carrying case. 

  • Verilux LED Light Therapy Lamp Contents

    Verilux LED Light Therapy Lamp

    Available at the Central Library

    Three brightness level settings, clinically proven strength, even LED light without hot spots, safe for eyes & skin, LED session timer with 15 minute intervals.

  • Zircon StudSensor e50 Contents

    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.

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