Portable / Stationary Power Tools Flashcards

1
Q

What kind of plugs do corded tools have to have?

A

Three - prong plug.

One of the prong is a ground pin

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2
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How many prongs do Double - insulated tools have?

A

They may only have two prongs.

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3
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Portable Circ saws: How is saw size identified?

A

By the Diameter of the blade

Increase in diameter = increase of motor power

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4
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Portable Circ Saw: The depth of a saw cut can be controlled how?

A

Raising or lowering the base.

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5
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Portable Circ Saws: What are crosscut blades used for?

A

Crosscutting (perpendicular or against the grain)

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6
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What are ripsaw blades used for?

A

Ripping (parallel or with the grain)

(Ripping with the grain in a parallel)

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7
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What are Rip blades used for?

A

To cut solid lumber along the length of the stock

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8
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What are Crosscut blades used for? (3 points)

A

Knife-like teeth
Makes a smooth, chip-free cut across the grain of solid lumber.
Ideal for cutting plywood (regardless of direction of cut)

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9
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What type of blade is used to cut Non-ferrous metals?

A

Metal - cutting circulating blades

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10
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What type of blades cut Ferrous metals?

A

Abrasive disk blade

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11
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True or False: The abrasive blade must be MATCHED or HIGHER than the RPM of the saw + hardness of the steel being cut.

A

TRUE BITCH

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12
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True or False: It’s best to check to make sure you have the correct type of blade.

A

True

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13
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What type of blade is brazed onto a standard - sized metal disk?

A

Carbide tips (they are very hard and brittle)

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14
Q

What is this tool?

A

A Sabre Saw (aka Jigsaw)

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15
Q

What type of mitre saw is used to cut sections of lightweight material to length?

A

A Power cut - off saw (aka Chop Saw)

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16
Q

True or False: The Abrasive cut-off wheel has a max speed (in RPM) that has to be greater than the speed of the motor.

A

True.

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17
Q

What is designed by the thickness of stock you’re able to cut with it?
- Portable band saw

A

Metal - cutting band saw sizes

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18
Q

What does a chuck key provide?

Chuck key = special wrench

A

Provides a finial tightening

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19
Q

What is a variable speed switch?

A

They provide control over the chuck speed in relation to the travel of the control switch aka the trigger.

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20
Q

What are hand drill sizes based on?

A

Based on the size of their chuck ;)

1/4, 3/8, 1/2

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21
Q

What part of the drill bit fits into the chuck?

A

The shank

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22
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Is a size #1 the biggest or smallest drill bit?

A
#1 = the biggest (less than 1/4 in diameter)
#80 = smallest
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23
Q

What is this tool?

A

Spade bit

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24
Q

What is the hammer feature used on?

A

Stone and ceramic tile

Tile needs to be grouted / installed in order for the hammer to be used on it

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25
Q

How does a Pipe Saddle Drill work?

A

The drill motor is centred on the convex pipe surface with adjustable straps + tensioning ratchets.

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26
Q

After using a Extracted - Tee Drill to drill + form the branch outlet what must be done?

A

Extracted outlet must be BRAZED dt shallow material.

Brazed outlet forms a strong formation.

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27
Q

What does the coring machine do?

A

Creates long, deep holes (vertical or horizontal) used for concrete.

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28
Q

Where can you find the markings on a grinding wheel?

A

On the side of the blade

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29
Q

Portable power drives: What is the max pipe capacity?

A

2 inch pipe with a drop head threader

30
Q

The portable power drive is a heavy duty cutter that can provide square cuts up to what?

A

12 inches

31
Q

PEX: what is one method of joining the tubing?

A

By expansion of the tube and a special PEX ring (due to its memory capability)

32
Q

Fusion = a heat process that is used to join two pieces of thermoplastic pipe. What does Thermoplastic mean?
-Pipe Fusion Tool

A

It is pipe that is capable of being re-melted / re-molded.

33
Q

How does the end of an auger wire work? (2 ways)

-Power Drain Cleaning Tools

A

1) auger’s wire digs itself into the obstruction (like a corkscrew)
2) Claw that pulls a sample out to see what you’re dealing with.

34
Q

Drum Machines: How are these guys safer to use in flooded conditions?

A

They have a pneumatic foot switch to eliminate shock hazards.

35
Q

True or False: Water Jetters clean and clear blockages

A

True

36
Q

True or False: Only static water can be frozen.

A

True

- Cannot freeze water with flow

37
Q

What should never be in air lines?

-Compressed Air supply

A

Moisture.

  • Can damage tools + interfere with performance
  • Water in lines can dilute / wash away lubricants + can corrode internal parts.
38
Q

True or False: Compressed air must contain a lubricant to keep moving parts moving freely.

A

True: A lubricator (attached bn the regulator + tool) supplies the lubricant in the form of a fine mist.

39
Q

True or False: Hoses are available in a variety of pressure rating + colours.

A

True

-Must have the right hose for intended pressure use.

40
Q

Can any socket be used for an impact wrench?

A

No, only use impact sockets with impact wrenches.

- Do not use conventional sockets. they can fracture, fly apart + cause injury.

41
Q

In what environmental conditions should pneumatic / air drills be used?

A

Wet / damp conditions

42
Q

What do Power - Actuated tools do?

A

They are designed for driving fastening devices into steel or concrete.

43
Q

What does, Great Big Gators Yell Really Proud, mean?

A
They are the Cartridge Colour Code
Great   --> Grey (Weakest)
Big       --> Brown
Gators --> Green
Yell      --> Yellow
Really   --> Red
Proud    --> Purple (Strongest)
44
Q

What type / which part of Fasteners are fired into concrete?
Smooth/ Rough?

A

Shank end and it is smooth

45
Q

What controls the depth of cut of a portable circular saw?

A

Raising or lowering the base

46
Q

The carbide metal used for carbide - tipped saws is hard and….

A

Very Brittle

47
Q

Which twist drill is the largest? (#1 or #80?)

A

1

48
Q

What must you do before cutting into a wall, floor or ceiling?

A

Make sure that there is no live wiring behind it.

49
Q

When working outside, in damp conditions, using portable electrical equipment, what type of plug must be used?

A

Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFI)

50
Q

How much do you adjust the cut thickness when using a circ saw?

A

1/8 in (3mm) –> 1/4 (6mm) in (this is added on to the measurement needed so that the cut is nice)

51
Q

True or False: a face shield + eye protection must be worn when using a chop saw?

A

True

52
Q

True or False: The side of a abrasive cutting blade can be used for grinding purposes

A

False. It should never be used for that

53
Q

Portable Electric Drills: What can happen if a bit jams?

A

Force is transferred to you causing bodily harm.

The risk of jamming increases with diameter of drill bit

54
Q

A twist drill has what kind of degree?

A

59 degree to the axis of the drill bit

55
Q

What is a beehive spring?

A

A tool retainer for an air hammer

56
Q

Air hammer and chisel: What does a retainer do?

A

They hold the bit to the tool

57
Q

What 3 safety rules should be followed when using air hammers / chisels?

A

1) Ear / eye protection
2) Point tool away from self / anyone else
3) Disconnect air hose when changing toll end

58
Q

How can you test concrete to see if it has an adequate rating for a power-actuated fastener?

A

by testing it’s strength by using a fastener as a centre punch.
Strike fastener against concrete, if no mark left = cement is too hard

59
Q

When fastening into concrete, how thick does the concrete need to be?

A

no less than 3 in (75mm)

60
Q

What is the min. amount of thickness does steel need to be to use fasteners?

A

At least 5mm (3/16 in)

61
Q

How far does a fastening pin need to be from a weld or torch cut?

A

2in (50mm)

62
Q

How far away does a fastening pin need to be from the edge of steel? / what is the penetration needed?

A

1/2in (12mm)

63
Q

The preferred abrasive cutting speed of a grinding wheel is at or just below what rate?

A

The max RPM rating

64
Q

What safety factors often dictate the use of pneumatic drill instead of an electric drill?

A

Flammable, combustibles aka explosive atmosphere

65
Q

Some saws are equipped with what to that helps cool / lubes the saw blade?

A

A mist spray cooling system

66
Q

What does an adjustable counterweight do?

A

Regulates the amount of cutting pressure

67
Q

Band saws are designed to what after the work piece is cut?

A

Shut off

68
Q

To prevent heat buildup during a heavy cut what can be done?

A

reduce the the speed of the saw blade.

69
Q

The space bn the front edge of a stationary grinder wheel and tool rest is what?

A

No more than 1/8 in (3mm)

70
Q

To prevent overheating the work piece, what are some band saws equipped with?

A

Mist spray

71
Q

When a metal - cutting band saw has cut through the workpiece it will do what?

A

Automatically shut off