7.3.4 Pliers and Clamping Tools

Question 1

What are pliers used for?

Answer 1

Pliers are used extensively in various fields including Dentistry, heavy industry, and DIY projects.

Question 2

What materials should high-quality pliers be made of?

Answer 2

High-quality pliers should be made of high-quality alloy steel with induction hardened cutting edges.

Question 3

What type of handles are preferred for pliers?

Answer 3

Handles should preferably be sheathed in a comfortable soft plastic or rubber for increased comfort and insulation.

Question 4

What is the basic structure of pliers?

Answer 4

Pliers consist of a pair of handles joined by a fulcrum or pivot.

Question 5

How are pliers classified?

Answer 5

Pliers are classified by their function and the type of nose they have.

Question 6

What are the four types of plier joints?

Answer 6

The four types of plier joints are: Single Fixed Joint, Toggle Compound Joint, Lap Joint, and Slip Joint.

Question 7

What is a Single Fixed Joint in pliers?

Answer 7

A Single Fixed Joint is made where the halves of the pliers are half cut out and placed inside each other.

Question 8

What is a Toggle Compound Joint?

Answer 8

A Toggle Compound Joint combines a Single Fixed Joint with a toggle joint to apply more leverage.

Question 9

What is a Lap Joint in pliers?

Answer 9

A Lap Joint is where both halves of the pliers are jointed on top of each other, allowing for greater leverage.

Question 10

What is a Slip Joint in pliers?

Answer 10

A Slip Joint allows the pivot point to be moved to accommodate different jobs.

Question 11

What are Diagonal Cutters or Snips used for?

Answer 11

Diagonal Cutters or Snips are intended for cutting wire and are not used for grabbing or turning.

Question 12

How do Diagonal Cutters cut wire?

Answer 12

They cut by indenting and wedging the wire apart rather than using a shearing action.

Question 13

What are Combination (Lineman’s) Pliers used for?

Answer 13

Combination pliers can hold, cut, twist, or bend materials.

Question 14

What are Long Nose Pliers used for?

Answer 14

Long Nose Pliers are used for detailed work with wire, allowing greater control.

Question 15

What are Multi-grip (Swan Neck) Pliers?

Answer 15

Multi-grip pliers have several curved grooves and allow for a large force to be applied to the jaws.

Question 16

What are Vice-grip Pliers?

Answer 16

Vice-grip pliers have adjustable jaws and use leverage to apply force, clamping tightly when handles are released.

Question 17

What are Circlip Pliers used for?

Answer 17

Circlip pliers are used for fitting and removing circlips during assembly or disassembly.

Question 18

What are Wire Locking Pliers?

Answer 18

Wire Locking Pliers are used for wire locking of safety wire in aircraft maintenance.

Question 19

What should be done to protect work pieces when using pliers?

Answer 19

Protect work pieces with rubber and/or masking tape to prevent damage.

Question 20

What are the types of vices used in aircraft maintenance?

Answer 20

The types of vices include Metalworking vices, Hand held vices, and Machine vices.

Question 21

What is a Metalworking Vice?

Answer 21

A Metalworking Vice is used to hold work pieces in place and can be fixed or rotating.

Question 22

What is a Hand Held Vice?

Answer 22

A Hand Held Vice is designed to be used in the hand and can hold various sizes of work pieces.

Question 23

What is a Machine Vice?

Answer 23

A Machine Vice is smaller, easily movable, and can be locked down to a surface.

Question 24

What is a ‘C’ or ‘G’ Clamp?

Answer 24

‘C’ or ‘G’ Clamps are shaped like a ‘C’ or ‘G’ and are used for clamping materials securely.