Hand Tools and Machine Tools

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to hand tools and machine tools, including their uses and types.

Rigid Rule

A straight measuring tool used for measuring lengths and making straight lines.

Folding Rule

A measuring tool that can fold for compact storage, typically used for carpentry.

Flexible Rule

A measuring tool that can bend to measure curved surfaces.

Marking Gauge

A combination marking and measuring device used to set distances from a point to a guide.

Calipers

Tools used for measuring diameters or the thickness of objects.

Hack Saw

A saw used for cutting through metal.

Coping Saw

A saw used for cutting curves in thin wood but not intended for straight cuts.

Hand Saw

A saw used for making rough cuts in wood.

Crosscut Saw

A saw designed for cutting wood across the grain.

Rip Saw

A saw used for cutting wood along the grain.

Hand Plane

A tool used to smooth and flatten wood surfaces.

Spoke Shave

A tool used by blacksmiths for shaping spokes for wooden wheels.

Files

Tools used for smoothing curves usually on the edges of stock.

Chisels

Tools for fitting joints in wood and shaping edges.

Gouge

Chisels with hollow blades, used for roughing out concave forms.

Auger Brace and Bit

A combination tool used for boring holes ¼” and larger.

Hand Drill

A tool used for drilling small holes, typically not larger than ¼”.

Standard Screwdriver

A screwdriver with a flat tip.

Philip Screwdriver

A screwdriver with an X-shaped tip.

Spiral Ratchet Screwdriver

A screwdriver that relies on pushing force rather than twisting force.

Jig Saw

A power-driven saw designed for cutting line curves.

Band Saw

A saw with an endless blade traveling around two pulleys.

Circular Saw

A power-driven rotary cutting tool with a toothed circular blade.

Radial Arm Saw

An upside-down saw with a teethed circular blade suspended above the worktable.

Planer

A machine used to flatten, reduce thickness, and smooth wood surfaces.

Drill Press

A machine designed for accurate and quick drilling of holes.

Wood Lathe

A machine used to shape wood into round and cylindrical forms.

Spindle Shaper

A machine specialized in cutting shaped edges and moldings.

Sanding Machine

Machines such as disc, belt, drum, spindle, and sheet sanders.

Electric Drill

A tool primarily for drilling but can also function as sanders, buffers, and polishers.

Electric Handsaw

A portable circular saw useful for cross-cutting, ripping, and mitering.

Router Shaper

A portable shaper that moves through the work instead of moving the work through the cutter.