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Arquitectura y Construcción - Herramientas de Sujeción

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screw
screw
[Sustantivo]

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

tornillo

tornillo

Ex: She tightened the screws on the chair to prevent it from wobbling. 

Apretó los tornillos de la silla para evitar que se tambaleara.

bolt
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: Please hand me the wrench so I can loosen the bolt. 

Por favor, pásame la llave para que pueda aflojar el tornillo.

toggle bolt
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: When installing the curtain rod, we used toggle bolts to secure it to the ceiling. 

Al instalar la barra de cortinas, usamos tornillos de palanca para asegurarla al techo.

wood screw
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: I had to replace a few wood screws in the old chair to make it stable again. 

Tuve que reemplazar algunos tornillos para madera en la silla vieja para que volviera a estar estable.

machine screw
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 assembly required several machine screws to fasten the parts together. 

El montaje requirió varios tornillos de máquina para sujetar las piezas juntas.

sheet metal screw
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: The contractor used sheet metal screws to join the panels together. 

El contratista utilizó tornillos para chapa para unir los paneles.

self-tapping screw
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: He quickly installed the shelf by driving a few self-tapping screws into the wall. 

Rápidamente instaló el estante atornillando unos tornillos autorroscantes en la pared.

drywall screw
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 worker used a drywall screw to attach the panel to the wooden stud. 

El trabajador usó un tornillo para paneles de yeso para sujetar el panel al montante de madera.

concrete screw
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: I had to buy a set of concrete screws to hang the heavy mirror on the basement wall. 

Tuve que comprar un juego de tornillos para concreto para colgar el espejo pesado en la pared del sótano.

lag screw
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: The lag screw provided a strong and stable connection between the wooden planks. 

El tornillo para madera proporcionó una conexión fuerte y estable entre las tablas de madera.

deck screw
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: I needed to buy more deck screws to finish installing the railing on the deck. 

Necesitaba comprar más tornillos para deck para terminar de instalar la barandilla en la terraza.

particle board screw

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: The carpenter recommended using particle board screws for the project, as they provide a better hold in softwood materials. 

El carpintero recomendó usar tornillos para tableros de partículas para el proyecto, ya que proporcionan un mejor agarre en materiales de madera blanda.

security screw
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 playground equipment was installed with security screws to prevent theft or damage. 

El equipo del parque infantil se instaló con tornillos de seguridad para evitar robos o daños.

eye screw
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 on the ceiling was perfect for hanging the chandelier. 

El tornillo de ojo en el techo era perfecto para colgar el candelabro.

wing screw
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: The technician removed the wing screw to access the inner components of the machine. 

El técnico retiró el tornillo de mariposa para acceder a los componentes internos de la máquina.

hex head screw
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: The technician tightened the hex head screw on the machine to prevent any loose parts. 

El técnico apretó el tornillo de cabeza hexagonal en la máquina para evitar piezas sueltas.

square drive screw
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: He reached for a square drive screw to fix the metal brackets to the wall. 

Alcanzó un tornillo de cabeza cuadrada para fijar los soportes de metal a la pared.

one-way screw
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: One-way screws are often used in public spaces to keep machinery and devices safe from unauthorized adjustments. 

Los tornillos unidireccionales se utilizan a menudo en espacios públicos para mantener las máquinas y dispositivos a salvo de ajustes no autorizados.

thumb screw
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: The repair manual recommended using a thumb screw to hold the panel in position. 

El manual de reparación recomendaba usar un tornillo de mariposa para sostener el panel en su posición.

captive panel screw

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 maintenance team prefers captive panel screws because they prevent the screws from getting lost during routine checks. 

El equipo de mantenimiento prefiere los tornillos de panel cautivos porque evitan que los tornillos se pierdan durante las revisiones rutinarias.

Phillips screw
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: You will need a Phillips screwdriver to remove the Phillips screws from the device. 

Necesitarás un destornillador Phillips para quitar los tornillos Phillips del dispositivo.

Pozidriv screw
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 technician preferred the Pozidriv screw for its durability and ease of use. 

El técnico prefirió el tornillo Pozidriv por su durabilidad y facilidad de uso.

tamper-resistant screw

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: The security system was designed with tamper-resistant screws to deter any attempts at breaking in. 

El sistema de seguridad fue diseñado con tornillos resistentes a la manipulación para disuadir cualquier intento de allanamiento.

dowel screw
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: For the bookshelf project, we decided to use dowel screws to ensure a clean, seamless look. 

Para el proyecto de la estantería, decidimos usar tornillos de espiga para garantizar un aspecto limpio y sin costuras.

tri-wing screw
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: A tri-wing screw held the back panel of the camera, making it harder to tamper with. 

Un tornillo de tres alas sostenía el panel trasero de la cámara, haciendo más difícil su manipulación.

Torx screw
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: The design of the Torx screw prevents the tool from slipping out during use. 

El diseño del tornillo Torx evita que la herramienta se salga durante el uso.

snake eye screw
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 new outdoor sign is fixed with snake eye screws to avoid theft or vandalism. 

El nuevo letrero exterior está fijado con tornillos de ojo de serpiente para evitar robos o vandalismo.

Chicago screw
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 technician used Chicago screws to secure the panels in place, ensuring they could be disassembled later if necessary. 

El técnico utilizó tornillos Chicago para asegurar los paneles en su lugar, asegurando que pudieran ser desmontados más tarde si fuera necesario.

screwdriver
screwdriver
[Sustantivo]

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

destornillador, desarmador

destornillador, desarmador

Ex: He kept a screwdriver in his toolbox for quick repairs around the house. 

Mantenía un destornillador en su caja de herramientas para reparaciones rápidas en la casa.

flathead screwdriver

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: She grabbed a flathead screwdriver from the toolbox to fix the loose hinge. 

Ella agarró un destornillador de cabeza plana de la caja de herramientas para arreglar la bisagra suelta.

Phillips screwdriver

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: The technician grabbed a Phillips screwdriver to open the back panel of the device. 

El técnico agarró un destornillador Phillips para abrir el panel trasero del dispositivo.

Pozidriv screwdriver

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: The technician grabbed a Pozidriv screwdriver to secure the electrical panel. 

El técnico agarró un destornillador Pozidriv para asegurar el panel eléctrico.

Torx screwdriver
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 technician grabbed a Torx screwdriver to tighten the screws on the computer motherboard. 

El técnico agarró un destornillador Torx para apretar los tornillos de la placa madre de la computadora.

Robertson screwdriver

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: The square tip of a Robertson screwdriver makes it less likely to slip during use. 

La punta cuadrada de un destornillador Robertson hace que sea menos probable que se deslice durante su uso.

tri-wing screwdriver

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: He grabbed a tri-wing screwdriver to take apart the remote control for a battery replacement. 

Agarró un destornillador tri-wing para desarmar el control remoto y reemplazar la batería.

spanner screwdriver

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: The security team used a spanner screwdriver to inspect the equipment without leaving any evidence of tampering. 

El equipo de seguridad utilizó un destornillador de horquilla para inspeccionar el equipo sin dejar evidencia de manipulación.

torque screwdriver
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: He set the torque screwdriver to 10 Newton-meters before tightening the bolts on the engine. 

Ajustó el destornillador de torsión a 10 Newton-metros antes de apretar los tornillos del motor.

precision screwdriver set

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: She purchased a precision screwdriver set to handle the delicate screws in her computer. 

Ella compró un juego de destornilladores de precisión para manejar los tornillos delicados de su computadora.

ratchet screwdriver

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.

insulated screwdriver

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: I need to grab my insulated screwdriver before I start fixing this appliance to stay safe. 

Necesito agarrar mi destornillador aislado antes de empezar a arreglar este electrodoméstico para mantenerme seguro.

magnetic screwdriver

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: He reached for the magnetic screwdriver to fix the loose panel without worrying about dropping any screws. 

Alcanzó el destornillador magnético para arreglar el panel suelto sin preocuparse por dejar caer tornillos.

nut
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: She replaced the missing nut on the bolt to prevent the assembly from coming loose. 

Ella reemplazó la tuerca faltante en el perno para evitar que el ensamblaje se aflojara.

washer
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: She replaced the old washer to fix the dripping faucet. 

Ella reemplazó el viejo arandela para arreglar el grifo que goteaba.

eye bolt
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: The contractor attached the cable to the eye bolt to lift the steel beams into position. 

El contratista sujetó el cable al perno de ojo para levantar las vigas de acero en su posición.

staple gun
staple gun
[Sustantivo]

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

grapadora

grapadora

Ex: He carefully loaded the staple gun before starting his craft project. 

Cargó cuidadosamente la engrapadora antes de comenzar su proyecto de manualidades.

cable staple
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: Make sure the cable is not pinched when using a cable staple to fasten it to the wall. 

Asegúrese de que el cable no esté pellizcado al usar una grapa para cables para sujetarlo a la pared.

rivet
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: The engineer inspected each rivet to ensure they were properly fastened and that there were no signs of corrosion or loosening. 

El ingeniero inspeccionó cada remache para asegurarse de que estaban correctamente sujetos y que no había signos de corrosión o aflojamiento.

wall plug
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
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: To repair the chicken coop, he used a hog ring to fasten the wire netting. 

Para reparar el gallinero, usó un anillo de cerdo para sujetar la malla de alambre.

anchor bolt
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: When installing the heavy shelving unit, she made sure to use anchor bolts for added security. 

Al instalar la estantería pesada, se aseguró de usar tornillos de anclaje para mayor seguridad.

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