Nuts And Bolts Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 advantages of nuts and bolts
A
Temporary
Allows for personalisation
Compact when stored
2
Q
What is a tapping hole?
A
Hole you drill into the material
3
Q
What is a clearance hole?
A
1mm bigger than the diameter
4
Q
What is the difference between a screw and a bolt?
A
A bolt is threaded only part way up the shaft
5
Q
Name the 4 types of threads
A
V-thread
Acme thread
Square thread
Buttress thread
6
Q
Give an advantage of using a V-thread
A
Generates a lot of friction/locks in place
7
Q
Give an advantage of a buttress thread
A
Applies force in one direction only
8
Q
Give an advantage of an acme thread
A
Strength/transmits large forces
