Cape Tools

Cape Tools 60+ years supplying precision tools to jewellers, engineers, and manufacturers. Laser systems, finishing equipment, welding machines.

Installation, training & support included. Located in Cape Town, servicing South Africa online CAPE Tools est. 1962 offers precision tools and equipment to manufacturing jewellers, diamond dealers, watch retail trade as well as creative artists working with alternative materials.

17/06/2026

Why do mould engineers need a different kind of welder?

Tom explains. When you repair a mould, you have to weld at a precise point while preserving the material around it. Standard welding can't always do that without causing damage.

PUK precision welders are built for exactly this kind of work:

Fine, controlled welds at a precise point
Preserves the surrounding material and surface
Used across jewellery, dental labs, and mould engineering

Built for one trade, ideal for several. That's the kind of multi-industry tool Cape Tools specialises in.
See the range:

PUK MAW Arc Welder: https://www.capetools.co.za/product/puk-maw-arc-welder/

PUK D6 Dental Welder: https://www.capetools.co.za/product/puk-d6-dental-welder-2/
Contact us for more:

📍 Castle Mews Building, 39 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town

🌐 capetools.co.za
Working on mould repair or precision welding? Ask us which PUK fits your application.

What does a long-standing supplier relationship look like?Jeremy de Goede, CEO of Canvas & More, has worked with Cape To...
12/06/2026

What does a long-standing supplier relationship look like?

Jeremy de Goede, CEO of Canvas & More, has worked with Cape Tools for many years. Here's what he had to say.

"Cape Tools has been a reliable supplier to Canvas & More for many years, consistently delivering quality products and excellent service. Cape Tools stands out for their dependable service, competitive pricing, and consistent product quality."

Dependable service, competitive pricing, and consistent quality for jewellers, engineers, and manufacturers. That's what Cape Tools has been built on for over 60 years.

Thank you, Jeremy.
Contact us for more:
📍 Castle Mews Building, 39 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
🌐 capetools.co.za

What do you look for most in a supplier you can rely on?

10/06/2026

What happens when you need a tool Cape Tools doesn't stock?
Genevieve manages the custom order process, and it's designed to be simple for the customer.

Here's how it works:
You tell us what you need and what it's for
We source it and come back with a quote, including pricing and lead times
A 50% deposit gets the order moving
The balance is settled on arrival
We ship it to you

For jewellers, engineers, dental labs, and manufacturers who need something specific, sourcing the hard-to-find is a big part of what Cape Tools does.
Contact us for more:
📍 Castle Mews Building, 39 Sir Lowry Road, Woodstock, Cape Town
🌐 capetools.co.za

Looking for a tool you can't find anywhere else? Ask us how we source the hard-to-find.

How do you choose the right finishing system for your operation?Cape Tools has been advising jewellers, dental labs, eng...
05/06/2026

How do you choose the right finishing system for your operation?

Cape Tools has been advising jewellers, dental labs, engineering workshops, and precision manufacturers on finishing and polishing systems for over 60 years.

The carousel walks through the four questions Tennille asks every customer before recommending a system:

How big is your operation
What metal are you finishing
What volume do you process
Hard-to-reach detail or large flat surfaces

Each answer narrows the field. The right system depends on getting all four right.
Talk to us at the Woodstock showroom.

https://www.capetools.co.za/product/otec-electro-finishing-range/

We install, train, and support every system we sell.

📢 We’re open this Saturday!Come visit us between 9:00 AM and 12:30 PM. We look forward to seeing you! 😊
05/06/2026

📢 We’re open this Saturday!

Come visit us between 9:00 AM and 12:30 PM. We look forward to seeing you! 😊

03/06/2026

What do engineering customers ask about that jewellers don't?

Tom explains the difference. When engineering, aerospace, or automotive buyers walk into the Cape Tools showroom, the conversation isn't about price. It's about application.

The first questions are usually:
What media does the machine accept
How big is the chamber
What's the capacity per cycle
What's the finishing time

We have more info on our website here. https://www.capetools.co.za/product/otec-electro-finishing-range/

Cape Tools supplies precision finishing and surface treatment systems for engineering and manufacturing environments, not just jewellery workshops. OTEC, Lampert, Orotig. Installation, training, and support included.

Visit the Woodstock showroom for the right conversation.

29/05/2026

What does a precision tool feel like after a full day on the bench?

Tom spent the day watching demonstrations of the new Smart Pro AirDo X at the Overberg Network event in Hermanus.
Here's his verdict.
One machine. Stone setting, polishing, drilling, engraving. Built in compressor, variable speed, foot control.

The kind of equipment jewellers, dental technicians, and precision workshop owners actually reach for every day.
Want to feel it for yourself?
The AirDo X is set up at the Cape Tools test station in Woodstock.

27/05/2026

Looking for one machine that handles micro motor and pneumatic engraving work without an external compressor?

Cape Tools is now stocking the Smart Pro AirDo X. A 2 in 1 precision system built for jewellers, dental technicians, engravers, and precision workshops.

What it does:

Variable speed micro motor with forward and reverse
Pneumatic graver with adjustable stroke intensity
Built in compressor, no external unit needed
Foot control variable speed
Full power, stroke and speed control for fine work

Tennille has it set up at the Woodstock showroom test station. Bring a piece you're working on and try it for yourself.

Check it out on our website: https://www.capetools.co.za/product/smartpro-air-do-x/


Find out more on our website: https://capetools.co.za

23/05/2026

A HUGE thank you to three amazing humans that made a lot happen! 🙏​

We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to Kurt Retter from Composites - Allied Fibreglass Maitland, for his donation to purchase materials used to build sleeping enclosures for our emergency kennels. Your support has directly contributed to creating safe, warm, and secure spaces for vulnerable dogs who urgently need protection while they wait for a foster home. It truly means the world to us, and even more to the animals who will now have a safe & warm sleeping area.

A special thank you to Mandy & Mickey for your incredible support in helping bring this project to life. Mickey's hands-on effort in physically building these enclosures has made an enormous difference. Your time, expertise, and hard work is truly appreciated!

We are deeply grateful to everyone involved. Support like this is what allows us to respond quickly in emergencies and continue providing care when it is needed most. 🐾​​🧡

Address

39 Sir Lowry Road
Cape Town
8000

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:45
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:45
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:45
Thursday 08:00 - 16:45
Friday 08:00 - 16:45

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