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screw
[Sustantivo]

a small pointy piece of metal that can be fasten into wooden or metal objects using a screwdriver to hold things together

tornillo

tornillo

Ex: He replaced the old screws with longer ones to better secure the shelf to the wall .Reemplazó los **tornillos** viejos por unos más largos para asegurar mejor el estante a la pared.
bolt
[Sustantivo]

a piece of metal like a thick nail without a point that used to secure assembled parts by passing through holes and tightening with a nut

perno

perno

Ex: The mechanic replaced the rusted bolt with a new one .El mecánico reemplazó el **perno** oxidado por uno nuevo.
toggle bolt
[Sustantivo]

a fastener with a spring-loaded wing or toggle mechanism used for secure anchoring of heavy objects to walls or ceilings

tornillo de anclaje de palanca, perno de palanca

tornillo de anclaje de palanca, perno de palanca

Ex: I had to use a toggle bolt because the wall was too thin for regular screws .Tuve que usar un **tornillo de anclaje** porque la pared era demasiado delgada para los tornillos normales.
wood screw
[Sustantivo]

a threaded fastener with a pointed tip and helical threads along its shank, specifically designed for securely joining pieces of wood together by creating a threaded hole in the wood as it is driven in, offering strong and reliable fastening in woodworking projects

tornillo para madera, tornillo de madera

tornillo para madera, tornillo de madera

Ex: The DIY project required several wood screws to attach the wooden pieces firmly.El proyecto de bricolaje requería varios **tornillos para madera** para unir firmemente las piezas de madera.
machine screw
[Sustantivo]

a threaded fastener designed to be used with a nut or threaded hole in metal or other materials, commonly used for fastening machine components or parts together in various industrial applications

tornillo de máquina, tornillo para metales

tornillo de máquina, tornillo para metales

Ex: The engineer checked the machine screws to make sure they were properly tightened before testing the equipment .El ingeniero revisó los **tornillos de máquina** para asegurarse de que estaban bien apretados antes de probar el equipo.
sheet metal screw
[Sustantivo]

a special screw used for attaching thin metal sheets together, with sharp threads for a strong grip, commonly used in metalwork, construction, cars, and electrical projects

tornillo para chapa, tornillo de metal

tornillo para chapa, tornillo de metal

Ex: When assembling the metal cabinet, make sure to use sheet metal screws for a strong hold.Al ensamblar el gabinete de metal, asegúrate de usar **tornillos para chapa** para un agarre fuerte.
self-tapping screw
[Sustantivo]

a threaded fastener with a sharp tip and specially designed threads that allow it to create its own threaded hole in a material, eliminating the need for a pre-drilled hole and enabling efficient and convenient installation in various applications

tornillo autorroscante, tornillo autoperforante

tornillo autorroscante, tornillo autoperforante

Ex: When assembling the metal structure , she preferred using self-tapping screws for their ease and speed .Al ensamblar la estructura metálica, prefirió usar **tornillos autorroscantes** por su facilidad y velocidad.
drywall screw
[Sustantivo]

a specialized type of self-tapping screw with a coarse thread and a sharp point, specifically designed for fastening drywall panels to wood or metal studs during construction or renovation projects

tornillo para paneles de yeso, tornillo de yeso

tornillo para paneles de yeso, tornillo de yeso

Ex: The contractor recommended using drywall screws instead of nails for a stronger hold .El contratista recomendó usar **tornillos para paneles de yeso** en lugar de clavos para un agarre más fuerte.
concrete screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of fastener specifically designed for attaching objects to concrete or masonry surfaces

tornillo para concreto, tornillo de anclaje para hormigón

tornillo para concreto, tornillo de anclaje para hormigón

Ex: After drilling the proper holes , I carefully screwed in the concrete screws to mount the shelf .Después de perforar los agujeros adecuados, atornillé cuidadosamente los **tornillos para concreto** para montar el estante.
lag screw
[Sustantivo]

a strong wooden screw with a pointed end and rough threads, used to securely attach things like wood or metal together

tornillo para madera, tornillo de cabeza hexagonal

tornillo para madera, tornillo de cabeza hexagonal

Ex: When assembling the wooden frame , she tightened each lag screw carefully to ensure it held securely .Al ensamblar el marco de madera, apretó cada **tornillo para madera** con cuidado para asegurarse de que quedara firme.
deck screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of wood screw specifically designed for outdoor decking applications

tornillo para deck, tornillo de terraza

tornillo para deck, tornillo de terraza

Ex: When building a deck , always use deck screws to ensure a sturdy , long-lasting structure .Al construir una terraza, siempre usa **tornillos para terraza** para garantizar una estructura resistente y duradera.

a type of specialized wood screw designed for use with particle board or other engineered wood products

tornillo para tablero de partículas, tornillo para aglomerado

tornillo para tablero de partículas, tornillo para aglomerado

Ex: When building furniture , particle board screws are essential for ensuring the pieces stay tightly together .Al construir muebles, los **tornillos para tableros de partículas** son esenciales para asegurar que las piezas permanezcan firmemente unidas.
security screw
[Sustantivo]

a specialized fastener designed to prevent unauthorized removal or tampering

tornillo de seguridad, tornillo antivandálico

tornillo de seguridad, tornillo antivandálico

Ex: The public restroom stalls were fitted with security screws to discourage vandalism .Los baños públicos estaban equipados con **tornillos de seguridad** para disuadir el vandalismo.
eye screw
[Sustantivo]

a screw with a circular loop or "eye" at the end instead of a traditional head

tornillo de ojo, ojillo de tornillo

tornillo de ojo, ojillo de tornillo

Ex: The eye screw in the boat allowed the sailor to tie down the anchor securely .El **tornillo de ojo** en el barco permitió al marinero amarrar el ancla de manera segura.
wing screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of screw that features two large wings or extended knobs on the head, allowing for easy manual tightening and loosening without the need for tools

tornillo de mariposa, tornillo de alas

tornillo de mariposa, tornillo de alas

Ex: I prefer using wing screws for DIY projects since they allow for tool-free adjustments .Prefiero usar **tornillos de mariposa** para proyectos de bricolaje ya que permiten ajustes sin herramientas.
hex head screw
[Sustantivo]

a fastener with a hexagonal-shaped head, commonly tightened or loosened using a wrench or socket

tornillo de cabeza hexagonal, tornillo hexagonal

tornillo de cabeza hexagonal, tornillo hexagonal

Ex: To repair the car , the mechanic removed the hex head screws holding the panel in place .Para reparar el coche, el mecánico quitó los **tornillos de cabeza hexagonal** que sujetaban el panel.
square drive screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of fastener that features a square-shaped socket or recess on the screw head

tornillo de cabeza cuadrada, tornillo de encastre cuadrado

tornillo de cabeza cuadrada, tornillo de encastre cuadrado

Ex: For the outdoor project , the builder used rust-resistant square drive screws for added durability .Para el proyecto al aire libre, el constructor utilizó **tornillos de cabeza cuadrada** resistentes al óxido para mayor durabilidad.
one-way screw
[Sustantivo]

a unique fastener that can only be installed in one direction, providing a level of security and preventing easy removal

tornillo unidireccional, tornillo de seguridad de una sola dirección

tornillo unidireccional, tornillo de seguridad de una sola dirección

Ex: The manufacturer used one-way screws to secure the battery compartment of the toy , ensuring children could not open it .El fabricante utilizó **tornillos unidireccionales** para asegurar el compartimiento de la batería del juguete, asegurando que los niños no pudieran abrirlo.
thumb screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of fastener designed with a large, knurled or textured head that can be easily tightened or loosened by hand without the need for additional tools

tornillo de mariposa, tornillo de orejas

tornillo de mariposa, tornillo de orejas

Ex: You can adjust the height of the chair by turning the thumb screw on the side .Puedes ajustar la altura de la silla girando el **tornillo de mariposa** en el lateral.

a type of fastener that is designed to remain attached to the panel or component it is securing, even when fully loosened

tornillo de panel cautivo, tornillo cautivo para panel

tornillo de panel cautivo, tornillo cautivo para panel

Ex: The server racks are held together with captive panel screws, ensuring the panels stay attached while allowing for quick access .Los racks de servidores se mantienen unidos con **tornillos de panel cautivos**, asegurando que los paneles permanezcan unidos mientras permiten un acceso rápido.
Phillips screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of screw with a cross-shaped indentation on the head that corresponds to a Phillips screwdriver, providing a secure and convenient fastening method in various applications

tornillo Phillips, tornillo de cabeza Phillips

tornillo Phillips, tornillo de cabeza Phillips

Ex: The cabinet was assembled using Phillips screws, making it easy to tighten and loosen the panels.El gabinete fue ensamblado usando **tornillos Phillips**, lo que facilita apretar y aflojar los paneles.
Pozidriv screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of screw that features a Pozidriv head, which has a cross-shaped indentation with additional smaller indents, allowing for improved torque transmission and reduced risk of slippage during tightening or loosening operations

tornillo Pozidriv, tornillo de cabeza Pozidriv

tornillo Pozidriv, tornillo de cabeza Pozidriv

Ex: The mechanic chose a Pozidriv screw to ensure the parts stayed securely attached .El mecánico eligió un **tornillo Pozidriv** para asegurar que las piezas permanecieran firmemente unidas.

a specialized fastener with a unique head design, requiring specific tools for installation and removal, to deter unauthorized tampering or removal

tornillo resistente a manipulaciones, tornillo de seguridad

tornillo resistente a manipulaciones, tornillo de seguridad

Ex: Workers had to use a special tool to remove the tamper-resistant screws during the maintenance check .Los trabajadores tuvieron que usar una herramienta especial para quitar los **tornillos resistentes a la manipulación** durante la revisión de mantenimiento.
dowel screw
[Sustantivo]

a fastener with threaded ends on both sides, designed to be inserted into pre-drilled holes and used to join two pieces of wood or other materials together securely

tornillo de espiga, perno roscado

tornillo de espiga, perno roscado

Ex: The two pieces of wood were joined together with a dowel screw, which provided a tight , secure hold .Las dos piezas de madera se unieron con un **tornillo espiga**, que proporcionó un agarre firme y seguro.
tri-wing screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of screw that features a head with three triangular wings, requiring a Tri-Wing screwdriver or bit for proper installation or removal

tornillo de tres alas, tornillo tri-wing

tornillo de tres alas, tornillo tri-wing

Ex: The manufacturer used tri-wing screws in the assembly of the remote control to prevent easy disassembly .El fabricante utilizó **tornillos de tres alas** en el ensamblaje del control remoto para evitar un desmontaje fácil.
Torx screw
[Sustantivo]

a screw with a star-shaped head that requires a corresponding Torx screwdriver or bit for proper use

tornillo Torx, tornillo de cabeza estrellada Torx

tornillo Torx, tornillo de cabeza estrellada Torx

Ex: To fix the bike, he needed to remove a few Torx screws from the frame.Para arreglar la bicicleta, necesitó quitar algunos **tornillos Torx** del marco.
snake eye screw
[Sustantivo]

a type of screw that features a unique head with two holes or recesses, requiring a spanner screwdriver or bit with a two-pin tip for proper installation or removal

tornillo de ojo de serpiente, tornillo de cabeza de doble agujero

tornillo de ojo de serpiente, tornillo de cabeza de doble agujero

Ex: The vending machine had snake eye screws to prevent anyone from stealing the money inside .La máquina expendedora tenía **tornillos de ojo de serpiente** para evitar que alguien robara el dinero en su interior.
Chicago screw
[Sustantivo]

a fastener with a threaded post and a screw head, commonly used for binding or securing materials

tornillo Chicago, sujetador Chicago

tornillo Chicago, sujetador Chicago

Ex: The artist incorporated Chicago screws into the design of the sculpture, giving it both stability and the ability to be easily reassembled.El artista incorporó **tornillos Chicago** en el diseño de la escultura, dándole tanto estabilidad como la capacidad de ser fácilmente reensamblada.
screwdriver
[Sustantivo]

a small tool with a metal part by which screws can be turned

destornillador, desarmador

destornillador, desarmador

Ex: The magnetic tip of the screwdriver helped hold screws in place .La punta magnética del **destornillador** ayudó a mantener los tornillos en su lugar.

a tool with a flat, straight blade used for turning screws with a corresponding slot or "flathead" screw head

destornillador de cabeza plana, destornillador plano

destornillador de cabeza plana, destornillador plano

Ex: The technician needed a flathead screwdriver to adjust the screws on the machine .El técnico necesitaba un **destornillador de cabeza plana** para ajustar los tornillos de la máquina.

a tool with a cross-shaped tip used for turning screws with a corresponding Phillips head, allowing for efficient tightening or loosening of screws in various applications

destornillador de estrella, destornillador Phillips

destornillador de estrella, destornillador Phillips

Ex: I could not find the right tool , so I borrowed a Phillips screwdriver from my neighbor .No pude encontrar la herramienta correcta, así que le pedí prestado un **destornillador Phillips** a mi vecino.

a tool with a cross-shaped tip used for turning screws with a Pozidriv head, providing enhanced torque transfer and reduced risk of slippage

destornillador Pozidriv, destornillador de punta Pozidriv

destornillador Pozidriv, destornillador de punta Pozidriv

Ex: He reached for the Pozidriv screwdriver to finish installing the shelving unit .Él alcanzó el **destornillador Pozidriv** para terminar de instalar la unidad de estantería.
Torx screwdriver
[Sustantivo]

a tool with a star-shaped tip used for turning screws with a Torx head, offering secure and efficient fastening

destornillador Torx, destornillador de estrella Torx

destornillador Torx, destornillador de estrella Torx

Ex: The mechanic used a Torx screwdriver to remove the screws from the car engine .El mecánico usó un **destornillador Torx** para quitar los tornillos del motor del coche.

a tool with a square-shaped tip used for turning screws with a square-drive head

destornillador Robertson, destornillador de punta cuadrada

destornillador Robertson, destornillador de punta cuadrada

Ex: He reached for a Robertson screwdriver to fix the loose screws on the door handle .Él alcanzó un **destornillador Robertson** para arreglar los tornillos flojos del pomo de la puerta.

a tool with a tip featuring three triangular wings, used for turning screws with a Tri-Wing head, often found in tamper-resistant applications

destornillador de tres alas, destornillador tri-wing

destornillador de tres alas, destornillador tri-wing

Ex: She carefully used the tri-wing screwdriver to avoid damaging the delicate parts of the gadget .Ella usó cuidadosamente el **destornillador tri-wing** para evitar dañar las partes delicadas del aparato.

a tool with a two-pin or two-hole tip used for turning screws with spanner or snake eye heads, commonly used in tamper-resistant applications

destornillador de horquilla, destornillador de espiga

destornillador de horquilla, destornillador de espiga

Ex: After searching through the toolbox , he finally found the spanner screwdriver to fix the machinery .Después de buscar en la caja de herramientas, finalmente encontró el **destornillador de llave** para arreglar la maquinaria.
torque screwdriver
[Sustantivo]

a tool that applies a predetermined amount of torque to screws, enabling precise and controlled tightening

destornillador de torsión, destornillador dinamométrico

destornillador de torsión, destornillador dinamométrico

Ex: Using a torque screwdriver prevents over-tightening and ensures the screw is fastened properly .Usar un **destornillador de torsión** evita el apriete excesivo y asegura que el tornillo esté bien sujeto.

a collection of small-sized screwdrivers with interchangeable tips, used for delicate and precise tasks in electronics, watches, jewelry, and other fine mechanics

juego de destornilladores de precisión, conjunto de destornilladores de precisión

juego de destornilladores de precisión, conjunto de destornilladores de precisión

Ex: He needed the precision screwdriver set to adjust the screws on his glasses .Necesitaba el **juego de destornilladores de precisión** para ajustar los tornillos de sus gafas.

a tool with a ratcheting mechanism that enables easy and efficient screwdriving without the need to reposition the tool for each turn

destornillador de trinquete, destornillador con mecanismo de trinquete

destornillador de trinquete, destornillador con mecanismo de trinquete

Ex: With the ratchet screwdriver, he was able to finish the project in half the time it would have taken with a standard screwdriver .Con el **destornillador de trinquete**, pudo terminar el proyecto en la mitad del tiempo que habría tomado con un destornillador estándar.

a tool specifically designed with an insulated handle to provide electrical safety when working with live electrical components or circuits, reducing the risk of electrical shock or short circuits

destornillador aislado, destornillador de electricista

destornillador aislado, destornillador de electricista

Ex: The set of tools I bought includes an insulated screwdriver for handling electrical tasks .El conjunto de herramientas que compré incluye un **destornillador aislado** para manejar tareas eléctricas.

a tool with a magnetized tip that attracts and holds screws, allowing for easier and more convenient handling and placement of screws during installation or removal, reducing the risk of dropping or losing them

destornillador magnético, destornillador imantado

destornillador magnético, destornillador imantado

Ex: A magnetic screwdriver is a must-have tool when assembling furniture to keep screws secure .Un **destornillador magnético** es una herramienta imprescindible al ensamblar muebles para mantener los tornillos seguros.
nut
[Sustantivo]

a flat piece of metal with a hole in the middle through which a bolt is put to secure or fasten objects together

tuerca

tuerca

Ex: The engineer specified stainless steel nuts and bolts for the outdoor furniture to prevent rusting.El ingeniero especificó **tuercas** y tornillos de acero inoxidable para los muebles de exterior para evitar la oxidación.
washer
[Sustantivo]

a flat rubber, plastic, or metal ring which is small and acts as a seal or is put between a nut and a bolt to tighten their connection

arandela, junta

arandela, junta

Ex: A rubber washer is often used in plumbing to create a watertight seal .Una arandela de goma se usa a menudo en fontanería para crear un sello hermético.
eye bolt
[Sustantivo]

a threaded fastener with a looped end that provides a secure anchor point for attaching ropes, cables, or other hardware

perno de ojo, tornillo de argolla

perno de ojo, tornillo de argolla

Ex: He attached a rope to the eye bolt to pull the boat closer to the dock .Ató una cuerda al **ojete** para acercar el barco al muelle.
staple gun
[Sustantivo]

a metal tool that uses staples to fix paper or wood to other materials

grapadora

grapadora

Ex: The manual staple gun is lightweight and easy to handle .La **engrapadora** manual es ligera y fácil de manejar.
cable staple
[Sustantivo]

a small metal or plastic fastener used to secure electrical cables or wires to a surface, such as walls, floors, or studs

grapa para cable, sujetacables

grapa para cable, sujetacables

Ex: The technician added a few cable staples to organize the messy cords under the desk .El técnico añadió algunas **grapas para cables** para organizar los cables desordenados debajo del escritorio.
rivet
[Sustantivo]

a permanent fastener with a head on one end and a deformable shaft that forms a second head when joining materials together

remache, clavija

remache, clavija

Ex: To repair the damaged section of the ship 's hull , the maintenance crew had to remove the old rivets and replace them with new ones .Para reparar la sección dañada del casco del barco, el equipo de mantenimiento tuvo que quitar los viejos **remaches** y reemplazarlos por unos nuevos.
wall plug
[Sustantivo]

a small plastic or metal device used to provide support and stability when attaching screws or fasteners to a wall

taco de pared, enchufe de pared

taco de pared, enchufe de pared

hog ring
[Sustantivo]

a small metal fastener or ring typically made of galvanized steel or other durable material, commonly used in upholstery, fencing, and automotive applications to secure materials together

anillo de cerdo, argolla para cerdo

anillo de cerdo, argolla para cerdo

Ex: She used a hog ring to ensure the mesh was firmly connected to the wooden frame .Ella usó un **anillo de cerdo** para asegurar que la malla estuviera firmemente conectada al marco de madera.
anchor bolt
[Sustantivo]

a type of fastener consisting of a threaded rod or bolt that is embedded in concrete or masonry structures, used to secure objects or structures to a stable foundation

perno de anclaje, tornillo de anclaje

perno de anclaje, tornillo de anclaje

Ex: The team installed anchor bolts to fasten the large equipment to the factory floor .El equipo instaló **tornillos de anclaje** para sujetar el equipo grande al piso de la fábrica.
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