This list includes 26 Tools that start with N, from “Nail clipper” to “Nylon Mallet”. They are mostly handheld or small power items used for fastening, shaping, measuring, and general repairs.
Tools that start with N are practical instruments and devices you use to complete construction, maintenance, and craft tasks. Notably, the nail clipper evolved from early grooming tools and now appears as both household and professional instrument.
Below you’ll find the table with Tool, Purpose, Primary materials, and Typical users.
Tool: The name of the instrument or device; use this to quickly spot the item you seek.
Purpose: A concise one-line description of what the tool does, helping you choose tools by task or project.
Primary materials: Lists the main materials the tool is made from, which helps you judge durability and suitability for jobs.
Typical users: Identifies who commonly uses the tool, so you can find items suited to DIYers, tradespeople, or professionals.
Tools that start with N
| Name | Type | Common materials | Typical users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nail clipper | Hand tool | Stainless steel, chrome-plated steel, plastic grips | General public, DIYers, gardeners, pet owners |
| Nail gun | Power tool | Steel, aluminum, plastic, rubber grips | Carpenters, framers, roofers, DIYers |
| Nail punch | Hand tool | Hardened steel, wooden or plastic handle | Carpenters, finishers, woodworkers, DIYers |
| Nail puller | Hand tool | Forged steel, heat-treated, rubber or plastic handle | Carpenters, demolition crews, DIYers |
| Nibbler | Cutting tool | Hardened steel cutter, aluminum or steel body, plastic handle | Sheet metal workers, HVAC techs, metal fabricators, DIYers |
| Nippers | Hand tool | Hardened steel jaws, insulated or rubber handles | Electricians, jewelers, plumbers, DIYers |
| Needle File | Hand tool | High-carbon steel, hardened filing surfaces, wooden/plastic handles | Jewelers, model makers, machinists, metalworkers |
| Needle-Nose Pliers | Hand tool | Hardened steel jaws, insulated or rubber handles | Electricians, mechanics, hobbyists, DIYers |
| Needle Scaler | Power tool | Hardened steel needles, steel body, pneumatic or electric motor | Metalworkers, shipbuilders, welders, restorers |
| Network Analyzer | Measuring instrument | Plastic housing, electronic circuitry, connectors (copper/steel) | Telecom technicians, RF engineers, network specialists |
| Network Cable Tester | Diagnostic tool | Plastic case, electronic components, copper connectors | Network installers, IT technicians, DIYers |
| Noise Dosimeter | Measuring instrument | Plastic housing, microphone, electronic circuitry | Industrial hygienists, safety officers, contractors |
| Noise Meter | Measuring instrument | Microphone, electronic circuitry, plastic housing | Contractors, safety officers, HVAC techs, DIYers |
| Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer | Measuring instrument | Plastic housing, IR sensor, electronics | HVAC techs, electricians, mechanics, DIYers |
| Non-Contact Voltage Tester | Diagnostic tool | Plastic housing, electronic sensor, LED/indicator, battery | Electricians, maintenance techs, DIYers |
| Non-Marring Mallet | Hand tool | Nylon, rubber, plastic, wooden handle, steel core sometimes | Woodworkers, automotive techs, metalworkers, furniture makers |
| Notcher | Cutting tool | Hardened steel blades, cast iron or steel frame | Metalworkers, sheet metal fabricators, woodworkers |
| Number Punch | Hand tool | Hardened steel punch set, wooden or rubber mallet | Metalworkers, mechanics, fabricators, leatherworkers |
| Numbering Machine | Hand tool | Steel housing, etched type wheels, plastic/metal handle | Printers, clerical workers, inspectors, warehouse staff |
| Nutcracker | Hand tool | Steel, cast iron, wood handles | Home cooks, caterers, gardeners |
| Nut Driver | Hand tool | Steel shaft, chrome-plated, plastic or rubber handle | Electricians, mechanics, plumbers, DIYers |
| Nut Setter | Fastening accessory | Hardened steel bit, magnetic sleeve, plastic handle | Carpenters, assemblers, mechanics, DIYers |
| Nut Splitter | Hand tool | Forged steel body, hardened wedge, screw mechanism | Mechanics, plumbers, maintainers |
| Nut Wrench | Hand tool | Forged steel, chrome finish, rubber-grip handle | Mechanics, plumbers, automotive techs |
| Nylon Brush | Cleaning tool | Nylon bristles, plastic or wood handle | Mechanics, painters, detailers, gardeners, DIYers |
| Nylon Mallet | Hand tool | Nylon head, wooden or fiberglass handle | Woodworkers, metalworkers, auto body techs, assemblers |
Descriptions
Nail clipper
Small hand tool for trimming nails or small wire, handy in household and grooming tasks.
Nail gun
Power tool that drives nails quickly into wood or other materials, available pneumatic, electric, and cordless.
Nail punch
Slim steel punch used to sink nail heads below the surface for finishing or concealment.
Nail puller
Claw-like tool for gripping and removing nails with leverage to minimize wood damage.
Nibbler
Hand or power tool that cuts sheet metal by nibbling small pieces to produce clean, curved cuts.
Nippers
Short, strong cutting pliers used to cut wire, nails, or small pins in tight spaces.
Needle File
Small, fine file set for precision shaping and finishing on metal, wood, and plastic.
Needle-Nose Pliers
Long, tapered jaws let you reach, bend, and grip small parts in tight spaces.
Needle Scaler
Pneumatic or electric tool with vibrating needles to remove rust, paint, and scale from metal surfaces.
Network Analyzer
Instrument that measures signal properties and impedance across frequencies for RF and network troubleshooting.
Network Cable Tester
Handheld tester that checks network cable continuity, wiring faults, and basic signal presence.
Noise Dosimeter
Wearable instrument that records a worker’s cumulative noise exposure throughout a shift for safety compliance.
Noise Meter
Handheld device that measures sound level (decibels) to assess noise in workplaces or home projects.
Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
Handheld thermometer that reads surface temperatures from a distance using infrared sensing, quick and noninvasive.
Non-Contact Voltage Tester
Pen-shaped tester that detects live AC voltage without touching conductors for quick safety checks.
Non-Marring Mallet
Soft-faced mallet designed to strike without damaging finishes, used to assemble parts or tap metal.
Notcher
Tool that cuts square or angled notches in sheet metal or wood for joining or fitting work.
Number Punch
Individual hardened steel punches stamped with digits for marking serials or parts in metal, wood, and leather.
Numbering Machine
Mechanical hand stamp used to sequentially print numbers on tickets, invoices, or parts for tracking.
Nutcracker
Leverage tool used to crack hard-shelled nuts; simple kitchen tool useful for food prep.
Nut Driver
Socket-like screwdriver for driving hex nuts and machine screws in confined spaces.
Nut Setter
Bit or short socket used with drills/impact drivers to quickly install hex nuts or insert nuts.
Nut Splitter
Tool that cuts through seized or corroded nuts by driving a hardened wedge to split the nut for removal.
Nut Wrench
Short wrench designed specifically to grip and turn nuts, often used where a socket won’t fit.
Nylon Brush
Stiff synthetic-bristle brush for scrubbing surfaces without aggressive abrasion or metal bristle damage.
Nylon Mallet
Durable mallet with a nylon head that delivers firm blows without marring or deforming workpieces.