vocabulary
safety
bits
E-File Basic
techniques
100

what does RPM measure

revolutions per minute,the number of times the bit turns in a complete circle in one minute

Speed is defined in revolutions per minute (RPM). Number of times the bit turns in a complete circle in 1 minute. Can vary between 0-35,000

100

what is overfilling?

excessively roughing up the nail plate

100

this bit removes product fast?

carbit bit

100

The tool used for filing nails.

electric file

100

 Keep this consistent to avoid rings

What is speed and pressure?

200

define torque

the power that the machine has, its ability to keep turning when applying pressure during filing

Power in the machine or its ability to keep turning when applying pressure during filing. Machines vary in torque and RPM.

200

what causes ring of fire?

wrong angle of the bit

using a flat tipped bit at an angle at the cuticle area

200

bit used to smooth calluses

sanding bit or pedicure bit

200

This rotates the e-file bit.

motor

200

Always keep the bit in...

What is motion? (Always keep it moving.)

300

define micromotor machine

The motor is located inside the hand piece, the base box that sits on the manicuring table houses the transformer and the on/off and speed control switches.

300

why avoid skin contact with bit?

will cut the client and will dig into their skin.

300

Bit ideal for under-nail cleaning

needle bit or under-nail cleaner bit?

300

The term for e-file handpiece.

handpiece

300

Term for when bit causes heat.

What is friction heat?



400

what is ring of fire

Grooves carved into the nail by filing with bits at the incorrect angle.

400

Disinfect bits using this.

What is a disinfectant approved by the EPA?

400

Cone-shaped bits are best for...?

What is cleaning the cuticle or sidewalls?

400

purpose of RPMs in e-filing.

What are revolutions per minute?

400

Motion used for product removal.

What is a rhythmic back-and-forth motion?

500

define tolerance

the tightness on the inside of the shank where the bit fits into the handpiece

Tightness of the inside of the shank where the bit fits into the hand piece. If you have a bit that does not fit into the hand piece, it could be because of the tolerance

500

what happens if you use too much pressure?

damage the nail plate

500

Purpose of diamond bits.

What is to shape or smooth product?

500

Proper grip for control.

pen or pencil grip

500

use light pressure to avoid...?

What is damage to the nail plate?

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