Bolt Installation Flashcards
A __________ should be used to prevent the head of a fastener from turning while its nut is being tightened.
backup wrench
When picking a socket to use, a 6-point socket is the __________, although the 12-point is the most common.
strongest
Rounded corners on a hex bolt’s head __________.
could cause the wrench to slip off the head during tightening
Before inserting a threaded fastener into the clearance holes during an assembly operation, __________.
visually verify that the fastener will fit through all clearance holes
The opening of an open end wrench is angled __________ degrees to allow it to be flipped over and repositioned for access to fasteners
in tight locations.
15
An adjustable wrench should be positioned on a fastener so that when rotated, __________.
it turns towards the movable jaw
The strongest socket with the highest tightening force is the __________ socket.
6 point
A T-Allen wrench is used for what purpose?
When hand clearance around the bolt is tight
The __________ the fastener the wrench handle is grasped, the greater the tightening force that can be applied.
further away from
A(n) __________ wrench is used to tighten socket head cap screws when there is no hand clearance around the fastener.
T-Allen
The ratcheting action of a ratchet wrench allows the user to reset the tool back to its starting point __________.
without the need to remove it from the fastener
When tightening a fastener, you should __________.
pull the wrench towards your body
__________ is/are used to fill the small gaps between threads to prevent leakage of air, gases, or liquids.
Sealants
An adjustable wrench’s movable jaw is positioned by __________.
rotating a worm gear
