tool identification each of the tools on these slides are common tools found in most homes, or are...

Tool Identification

Each of the tools on these slides are common tools found in most

homes, or are pieces of equipment we will specifically use

for our Lamp project. How many of these can you

name? Lets find out!

Tool #1

Tool #1 = Needle Nose PliersOther Information:

These are a Common Household Tool. Most homes will have a pair. They are used for gripping small objects.

Tool #2

Tool #2 = Claw Hammer

Claw

Other Information:

The claw portion of a claw hammer is used mostly for removing nails.

Tool #3

Tool #3 = Hobby Knife

Other Information:This kind of knife is used for cutting small delicateitems such as the film we use for screen printing.

Tool #4

Tool #4 = Abrasive Paper

Other Information:

Often referred to as ‘sandpaper’,

(there are many different types and sizes of particles that can be glued to the backing paper in order to smooth the intended materials)

Tools #5 and #6

Tool #5 = Ink KnifeTool #6 = Squeegee

Other Information:

The ink knife is used to apply ink to the squeegee, the squeegee is used then to apply the ink to a screen during screen printing.

Tool #7

Tool #7 = Tape Measure

Other Information:

A tape measure is a form of flexible ruler.

The earliest uses were for tailoring (sewing).

Tools #8 and #9

#8

#9

#8 = Phillips Head Screwdriver#9 = Flathead Screwdriver

#8 #9

Other Information:

A phillips head screwdriver is used for screws and bolts with a “+” pattern in them:

Other Information:

A flathead screwdriver is used with screws or bolts that have a slotted pattern in them:

Tool #10

Tool #10 = Scissors

Other Information:

A basic cutting tool, the earliest record of scissors is from Ancient Egypt, over 2,000 years ago!

Tool #11

Tool #11 = Spirit Level

Other Information:

This tool is used to determine if an item is perfectly horizontal (“level”) or vertical (“plumb”).

The term “spirit” refers to the liquid in the tube – which usually a form of alcohol or “spirit”.

Tool #12

Tool #12 = Ruler

Other Information:

Originally called a “rule” the more common term for this measuring device is now “ruler”.

Tool #13

Tool #13 = Allen Wrench

Other Information:

Also known as a “Hex Key” these are used with screws or bolts with a hexagonal tip:

Tool #14

Tool #14 = File

Other Information:

Used to “file” or smooth the edges of a material (like wood or metal)

Tool #15

Tool #15 = Safety Glasses

Tool #16

Tool #16 = Masking Tape

Other Information:

Masking tape was invented in 1925 by an auto engineer Richard Drew: its original use was for marking off areas where auto body paint wasn’t wanted.

Tool #17

Tool #17 = Compass

Other Information:

Most commonly used to draw “perfect” circles.

Tool #18

Tool #18 = Chisel and Punch Set

Other Information:

Chisels remove material in strips or chunks.

Metal Punches make dents in metal, usually to mark a drilling spot.

Tool #19

Tool #19 = Drill Bits

Other Information:

Drill bits are used with a hand drill or a drill press to drill holes in material.

Power Drill

Drill press

Tool #20

Tool #20 = Mallet

Other Information:

Mallets are generally used when a “softer” strike is desired (compared to a metal hammer) When you need to strike an object without denting it or damaging it.