Classification of Handtools
Classification of Handtools
- a 12 inches graded
rule that is used for
measuring small
stocks.
Meter Stick
- used to measure
objects longer
than a ruler.
Calipers
- used to layout or
mark cutting or
reference lines.
Marking Gauge
- a marking gauge is
used to mark lines
parallel to a straight
edge.
Chalk Line
- is used to establish
straight line on a
surface.
Compass
- is used to scribe
arcs and circle on a
piece of stock.
Scratch Awl
- is a combination of
45° and 90° in one
set.
Combination Square
- is similar in
appearance to try
square only that the
head can be slid and
clamped at any desired
distance from the blade.
It is also provided with a
meter and level guide.
Steel Square/Framing Square
- is used effectively
on various framing
works.
Spirit Level
-Use to establish
horizontal alignment
Of work
EDGE-CUTTING
TOOLS
Chisel
- a small plane
with a handle on
each side of its
blade, used for
shaping curved
surfaces.
Scraper
- a tool or device
used for scraping,
especially for
removing dirt,
paint, ice, or
unwanted matter
from a surface.
TOOTH-CUTTING
TOOLS
Crosscut Saw
- a kind of saw
designed to cut
woods across its
grain.
Rip Saw
- is a small
crosscut saw with
a stiffener at the
back and used for
making delicate
wood joints.
Compass Saw
- used to cut
irregular shapes
either in large or
small board.
Dovetail Saw
- an adjustable bit
for drilling holes of
different sizes.
Drill Bit
- a C-shaped clamp
having a screw
that is threaded
through one tip in
the direction of
the other tip.
Bench Vise
- a holding device
attached to a
workbench; has
two jaws to hold
workpiece firmly
in place.
Bar Clamp
- a clamp having
two jaws attached
to a bar, one fixed
and the other
adjustable by
means of a screw
mechanism.
MISCELLANEOUS
TOOLS
Oil Stone
- used for
sharpening edge
cutting tools.
Files
- used for
smoothing wood
or metal.
Paint Brush
- used to apply
paint or varnish
on wood surfaces.
Nail Set
- an instrument to
use to set the
teeth of saws.
DRIVING
TOOLS
Claw Hammer
- a hammer with a
large, usually
wooden or rubber
head, used
especially for
hitting a chisel.
Screwdriver
- used to protect
the eyes against
flying debris and
harmful liquids.
Ear Protector
- used to protect
the ears against
high frequency
noise.
Face Mask
- used to prevent
the inhalation of
sprayed paint
fumes.
Gloves
- used to protect
the hands while
working.