Hand Tools Flashcards
Three common ways of indicating on-centre spacing a on a tape rule are:
- Triangles
- Diamonds
- Highlighted numbers
Explain why the hook on the end of a flexible tape rule should be movable.
Accurate inside and outside measurements
Some good choices for pencils for general carpentry use are:
HB, F, or 2H
What layout tool would you use to copy the shape from the side of a rock fireplace onto the panel you will cut to fit against it?
You would use a compass
If you need to accurately draw an arc much larger than your compass can handle, which tool could you use for this task?
Trammel points
List 3 uses for a combination square
Trying an edge
Laying out square lines
Laying out 45 degree lines
Scribing a parallel line
When attached to framing square, a pair of _____ makes repetitive angle marking much easier.
Square gauges
The _____ may be used to copy or transfer an angle from an existing layout.
Sliding T-bevel
Transferring a point from the layout lines to the bottom of an excavation can be easily done using a _____ _______.
Plumb bob
How should you compensate for a level which does not read perfectly level when you are laying out a long level line on a wall?
By flipping the level horizontally before the next section of line is drawn.
Straightening a wall or form work is easily accomplished by using a ______ and ______ for a reference.
String line
Spacer blocks
What are 2 common uses for a bench plane?
Jointing and surfacing
Which plane has the blade installed with the bevel up?
Block plane
What type of chisel is best suited for cutting the hinge gains into the edge of a door?
Bevel chisel or butt chisel
A _____ chisel is used to chip unwanted concrete out of an opening.
Cold
When cutting plastic laminate the cutter should have a ______ cutting tip.
Carbide
The two basic types of teeth found on handsaws are _____ and _____.
Rip
Cross-cut
Which saw would you use to cut the profile of a moulding to join an inside corner?
Coping saw
What colour are the handles of metal snips that are used for general-purpose straight cutting?
Yellow
What colour are the handles of metal snips that are used for cutting in a clockwise direction?
Green
What colour are the handles of metal snips that cut counter-clockwise?
Red
Files are rasps are made to cut on the _____ or _____ stroke.
Push or forward
Cleaning debris from the teeth of a file or rasp should be done with a ______ or ______.
File card or wire brush
A wood scraper is used to remove ?
Excess glue
Existing paints
Other finishes
Give two reasons why the faces of some hammers are belled or crowned?
A) it allows the nail to be driven to the surface without marring the surface.
B) it automatically corrects off-centre strikes to minimize nail deflection and bending.
Which hammer is used to drive pegs and align heavy framework?
Sledgehammer
Describe the shape of the tip on a nail set.
Cup shaped or chamfered tip.
Very short-bladed screwdrivers are known as _____ screwdrivers.
Stubby
What is the designated colour for the handle of a #2 Robertson screwdriver?
Red
What colour is #1 Robertson screwdriver? #0, #3?
Green , yellow, black
Which type of clamp is recommended for use with machinery?
C-clamps
A _____ or ______ clamp is a good choice for clamping awkward or irregularly shaped objects.
A web or band (strap locks)
What is the function of an expansive bit?
To bore holes larger than 25 mm
What type of clamp allows material of unusual shape to be clamped in unusual positions and angles.
Hand screw clamps
What is the name of a hand drill bit that has adjustable diameter capabilities?
Expansive bit
Nail claw or nail puller?
Nail claw
The size of a hammer is determined by its weight if mass. What does this include?
Head only
Which tool would be best suited to cut form wire?
Linemans pliers
What type of tool is used to cut welded wire mesh?
Bolt cutters
What are the four styles of cuts of a file?
Single
Double
Rasp
Curved
Which file has a single row of parallel teeth running diagonally across the face. They are used primarily on metal when a smooth finish is desired.
Single cut file
Double cut files have two intersecting rows of teeth that contain hundreds of cutting edges for fast removal of material. T or F
T
Curved files are generally used for hard metals. T or F
F. They are primarily used for soft metals
What are triangular taper saw files used for?
They are single cut and used for filling 60 degree angle saw teeth
To check for level between two posts of a proposed fence, which of the following would be best suited?
A) string level
B) hand level
String level
Which plane is best suited to plane long straight edges?
Jointer
Block
Smooth
Jack
Jointer
Which tool has a carbide tip cutter that is used to score the finished surface?
Plastic laminate cutter
What is kerf?
The width of material removed by the saw teeth.
In order to stop the saw from binding in the cut, saw teeth are bent alternatively in opposing directions. This is called ____.
Set
_____ chisels have a flat cross-section and parallel side. The strong blade makes it useful for rough carpentry.
Former
How do you regulate the amount of screw penetration when using the screw gun?9
Adjust the nosepiece
What prevents the belt on a portable belt sander from slipping during usage?
Front roller spring tension
For what use is a 12-point saw best suited?
Smooth cutting across the grain. A panel saw typically has 12 points per inch.
Which saws have 12 or more points per inch?
Back saws
Which saws have 8 points per inch?
Crosscut
Which saws have 5.5 points per inch?
Rip saws
What are the two basic types of claw hammers?
Straight and curves claws
Which clamp would you use to clamp irregular shaped projects?
Band or web clamp (strap lock)
What tool would you use for making long measurements and site layout?
Steel tape
Long tapes usually go by ___ increments.
1/8
A compass can be used as a ____ to copy a profile of an irregular surface onto the material you are cutting.
Scriber
A trammel head set can be clamped to a narrow board and used to draw circles too large for a compass or dividers. T or F
T
Try squares are typically used to check cut edges for square. The procedure is called ____.
Trying
Framing squares have body’s and tongues. T or F
T
What can clamp to a framing square to simplify repetitive and accurate angle markings?
Square gauges
String lines are also called….
Dry lines and masons lines
Which is the largest plane?
Jointer plane
What is the difference between the two block planes.
The angle. One is 12 degrees while the other is 20 degrees
Which chisel is good for rough carpentry?
Firmer chisel
Rip saws cut best at what angle?
60 degrees
How many teeth per inch does a panel saw have?
12 points per inch
Back saws have how points per inch?
12 or more
A ____ ____ is a boring tool that consists of a rotating offset handle and a chuck for holding the boring bits.
Bit brace
Auger bits are measured in 1/16ths?
Yes or no
Yes
What type of screwdriver can be used when limited space is available?
Offset screwdriver
