103fB Portable Power Tools Part B Worksheet

Question 1

On a Belt sander, what is the flat section on the bottom called?

Answer 1

platen

Question 2

When using the belt sander, keep the sander moving. Stopping for any length of time could result in a depression.

true or false

Answer 2

true

Question 3

While using a belt sander the belt should run in the center of the platen without drifting to either side. What part of the belt sander
adjusts the belt?

Answer 3

Tracking adjustment knob

Question 4

o extend the life of any sanding belt, clean the belt periodically with a _________________.

Answer 4

Raw latex stick

Question 5

he size of the belt sander is determined by the _______________and _____________of the belt.

Answer 5

Length AND width of belt

Question 6

What motion of finishing sander produces NO swirl marks?

Answer 6

In-line or reciprocating

Question 7

Mechanical sanding gives a better result than hand sanding?

true or false

Answer 7

false

Question 8

A router can run at a maximum speed of 15 000 rpm.

true or false

Answer 8

false

Question 9

When installing a router bit into a collet, what is the minimum depth you should insert it?

Answer 9

½” or 12mm

Question 10

What type of chuck on a router consists of a split tapered sleeve that holds the bit?

Answer 10

collet

Question 11

There are three types of mechanisms used to control the vertical adjustment of the motor on a router. Name two.

Answer 11

Rack and pinion, helical (spiral action), or plunge router

Question 12

List two sizes of router collets.

Answer 12

6 mm (¼”), 12.5 (½”)

Question 13

Collets with two or more splits are superior to collets with one split.

true or false

Answer 13

true

Question 14

When using the router in the upright position on an outside edge, the router should travel in a:

a. Counter clockwise
b. Clockwise

Answer 14

a. Counter clockwise

Question 15

What is it called when you use the router in the SAME direction that the router bit is turning?

Answer 15

climb cutting

Question 16

____________ _________ fits into the base plate of the router and allows you to accurately follow a template.

Answer 16

Guide bushing

Question 17

Which direction should you normally feed material when using a router table?

a. from right to left
b. from left to right
c. from top to bottom
d. any direction

Answer 17

a. from right to left

Question 18

What machine is used to cut slots for compressed hardwood?

Answer 18

Biscuit or Plate joiner

Question 19

What are biscuits made from?

Answer 19

Compressed Hardwood