Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Files- these are cutting tools used to remove/smooth rough and sharp edges from cut
metal. They are also used to file metal to shape or size. For each type of material there is an
ideal tooth form that gives the most efficient cutting action.
Types of File:
Bastard file/ flat file
Semi-round file
Square file
Triangle file
Scraper tool- used to scrape metal or other materials from a surface. This may be required
where a surface needs to be trued, corrected for fit to a mating part, needs to retain oil (usually on
a freshly ground surface), or to give a decorative finish.
Hacksaw- mainly used for cutting thin metal such as aluminum, brass, steel, or copper.
Hacksaws are also used for cutting plastics such as PVC, PEX, or ABS on pipes or on sheet goods
made of PVC, polystyrene, and more.
Thread Gauge- used to check the dimensions of a specific thread form angle, pitch
and diameter. Plug gauges are used to check internal threads, whereas ring gauges are used
to check external threads. Each gauge comprises of two parts: a GO gauge and a NO GO
gauge. Both parts should be used to check the thread.
Feeler Gauge- measure the gap widths between two parts. Feeler gauge is a precision
measuring tool made from tight tolerance high carbon steel material used to check spacing and
gaps of dies or any machinery during set-up or repair.
MIDN. 4CL BARUGO, EMMANUEL C. RYUJO-A 2026 Mach 2 03 FEBRUARY 2023
Threader tap- threaded tool that cuts or forms threads in the female portion of a
mating pair. Therefore, a tap will create threads in the inside of a hole. On the other hand, a
die is a threaded tool that cuts or forms threads in the male portion of a mating pair.
Die Wrench- to either cut or repair threads onto a bolt or piece of metal. The
metal of these thread cutters exceeds the strength of most sheet metals. With the right
amount of oil and care, you can quickly and consistently cut or repair threads for
machined screws and bolts.
Combination Wrench- have a closed loop on one side (box-end) for hexagonal or
square nuts, while the other end is an open U-shape (open-end). These wrenches are often used
for nuts that are hard to loosen. The closed-end can loosen the nut, while the open end is then
used to unscrew it fully.
Adjustable Wrench- used to turn or loosen a nut or bolt. This wrench has jagged
jaws, one of which you can adjust to get the grip you need.
Toolbox Spanner
shaped to fit round holes on
the circumference of collars,
MIDN. 4CL BARUGO, EMMANUEL C. RYUJO-A 2026 Mach 2 03 FEBRUARY 2023
Hook Spanner- a curved wrench,
usually terminating with a pin or
hooked nose that locks securely into a
groove in a ring nut or bolt head or
into a radial hole in a bearing nut.
Vice Grip- used for just about anything you can think of. For house projects they can be
used to temporarily hold a long straight edge on plywood so you can mark a line. They can
also be used to remove stripped bolt heads if they are not too tight.
Long-nose Pliers- Use to grip small objects, reach awkward places, holding
wires, bend loops, and attach wires. Work involving smaller gauge wire.
MIDN. 4CL BARUGO, EMMANUEL C. RYUJO-A 2026 Mach 2 03 FEBRUARY 2023
Side Cutting Pliers - many applications including electrical, communications and construction work. Use to grip,
splice or cut wires, and strip insulation.
Linesmen Pliers - used in the electrical trade to cut, straighten, and bend
wire, and also to twist wires together when making splices.
Outside Micrometer Caliper- used for measuring the thickness or outside diameter
of small parts. They are industry standard measuring tools because of their high
accuracy/resolution and ease of use.
Inside Micrometer Caliper- provides the ability to measure inside dimensions with
high accuracy using the precision of the micrometer. Its caliper-type jaws are constructed of
hardened tool steel for lasting durability and accuracy.
L- Square- square your work, as well as measure perfect 90 degree angles and
straight lines. Ideal for pattern drafting, cutting, and measuring.
Scribers - type of hand tool used to mark or scriber various materials such as wood, steel,
metal, and plastic prior to being machined.
Dial Indicator- used primarily for measuring gauges and fixtures. Alternatively, the dial
test indicator is most often used for surface plate layout work or indicating measurements
during machine setup.
Center Punch- used to mark the center of a point to show the center of a hole
when drilling for example. A center punch forms a dimple large enough to direct the tip
of the drill to the proper location.
Pipe Threader- cut threads at the ends of a pipe so attachments, couplings and connectors
can be fastened. They're among a plumber's most reliable tools.
Pipe Wrench- to grip and turn galvanized steel pipes, and black
pipes. Just like a regular wrench, these have two serrated jaws that are used to tighten and dig
into the pipe for grip. The top serrated jaw can be adjusted to the size of the pipe and it will only
grip when the pipe wrench is turned in one direction.
Pipe Cutter- used for slicing or cutting pipes. They are commonly
used by plumbers due to their reliability and efficiency. In addition to providing clean,
professional-quality cuts, pipe cutters are often more convenient, fast, and easy to use than
alternatives such as hacksaws.
Tube Cutter- for cutting tubes to a certain length. Tube cutters and pipe cutters are often
used interchangeably on tubes and pipes.
MIDN. 4CL BARUGO, EMMANUEL C. RYUJO-A 2026 Mach 2 03 FEBRUARY 2023
Power Drill- used for drilling circular holes in material, or for inserting screws and other
threaded fasteners into material. Drills are also available in the impact driver configuration, high-
torque tools primarily used for driving screws and tightening nuts.
Jigsaw- used for cutting shapes and curves in wood with its narrow
blade, which is attached to the tool's body by a spring-loaded clamp at the front. The blade's
sharp teeth are measured in TPI, or teeth per inch. A higher TPI gives a smoother cut that
requires less sanding.