Metal Fasteners
Quickest method but the weakest hold for a metal fastener
What is Nail?
Process that uses electrically conductive gas to cut metal
What is plasma cutting?
Required to protect eyes during cutting or grinding
What are safety glasses?
Tool used to cut metal to length using abrasive disc
What is a chop saw?
Gas commonly used with oxygen in cutting
What is acetylene?
Used to make threads inside a hole
What is a tap?
Connects to the machine for the gas behind the plasma cutting
Compressed air
Should never be used to check for gas leaks
What are matches or lighters?
Tool used to shape or smooth metal surfaces
What is a portable grinder?
Best flame type for welding and cutting
What is a neutral flame?
This bolt has a tapered head that sits flush with the surface
What is a plow bolt?
Provides the primary current in the torch
What is the electrode?
At what level in decibels should you wear hearing protection for damage?
What is 90 decibels?
Saw that often uses coolant to reduce heat
What is a metal band saw?
Maximum safe pressure for acetylene
What is 15 psi?
Prevents a nut from loosening
What is a lock washer?
Adjusted based on metal thickness
What is amperage?
Type of clothing to avoid due to fire risk
What are synthetic (petroleum-based) fibers or cotton?
Must be replaced when worn to half its original size
What is a grinding disc?
Tool used to safely ignite an oxyacetylene torch
What is a friction lighter?
A nut that uses a cotter pin to stay secure
What is a castle (slotted) nut?
Removes water and contaminants from compressed air
What is a water vapor filter?
Proper way to check for oxyfuel leaks
What is using soapy water?
Safety device that deflects sparks
What is a spark deflector?
Process that softens metal by slow cooling
What is annealing?