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Architecture and Construction - Gripping and Twisting Tools

Here you will learn some English words related to gripping and twisting tools such as "crimper", "wrench", and "pliers".

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a tool used to compress and secure connectors or terminals onto the ends of wires, creating a reliable and permanent electrical connection

Ex: After stripping the insulation , he used a wire crimper to secure the connector onto the wire .
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a specialized tool used to bend metal conduit, such as electrical metallic tubing (EMT) or rigid conduit, into desired angles or curves

Ex: To avoid damaging the electrical conduit , the worker carefully operated the conduit bender.
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crimper
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a tool used to compress and secure connectors or terminals onto the ends of wires, creating a reliable and permanent electrical connection

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pliers
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a small metal tool with two jaws used for gripping, bending, or cutting materials such as wires, pipes, or small objects

Ex: The jeweler used precision pliers to manipulate delicate pieces of metal for crafting jewelry .
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a type of heavy-duty pliers used by electricians and other professionals for gripping, twisting, bending, and cutting wires, as well as for gripping and pulling objects with their serrated jaws and cutting edges

Ex: You can rely on lineman pliers when working with heavy-duty wires , as they are designed to withstand tough tasks .
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versatile hand tools with adjustable jaws that can be set to different widths, allowing for a secure grip on various sizes of objects

Ex: The technician used adjustable pliers to hold the wire while making the connection .
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adjustable pliers with a sliding joint that allows for different jaw openings

Ex: For the electrical wiring , I used the slip-joint pliers to strip the insulation off the wires .
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a specialized hand tool used to attach hog rings, which are circular metal fasteners, to secure or join materials together

Ex: He grabbed the hog ring pliers from his toolbox before starting the repair on the garden fence.
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a type of hand tool featuring adjustable jaws that can be locked into position, allowing for a secure and stable grip on various objects, providing enhanced control and stability during tasks such as clamping, twisting, or holding

Ex: I could n’t loosen the nut , so I used the locking pliers to get a better grip .
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pliers with long, tapered jaws for reaching into narrow spaces and gripping small objects

Ex: He used the long-nose pliers to pull the small washer from the machinery , avoiding any damage .
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a type of hand tool with tapered, angled jaws that have a bent shape

Ex: The electrician used bent-nose pliers to tighten the connections in the narrow space behind the panel .
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a tool used to bend pipes to specific angles or curves without causing damage to the pipe material

Ex: The plumber used a pipe bender to shape the copper pipe to fit around the corner .
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wrench
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a hand tool with a handle and a jaw or jaws designed to grip, turn, or hold objects such as nuts, bolts, or pipes

Ex: The assembly line worker used a wrench to secure the components of the machine .
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a type of wrench with a movable part that can turn or hold things of different sizes

Ex: She found the adjustable wrench handy for assembling furniture with different bolt sizes .
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a versatile hand tool with two open ends of different sizes, designed for tightening or loosening nuts and bolts

Ex: He accidentally dropped the combination wrench into the engine compartment .
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a hand tool with a ratcheting mechanism and interchangeable sockets, used for tightening or loosening nuts and bolts with greater precision and ease

Ex: The tool kit includes a socket wrench set with various sizes for different tasks .
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a compact hand tool with a hexagonal-shaped tip used to drive screws or bolts with hexagonal sockets

Ex: The set of Allen wrenches came in handy when I was assembling the chair.
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a specialized hand tool designed to apply a specific amount of torque or rotational force to tighten or loosen nuts, bolts, and other fasteners, ensuring proper tension and preventing over-tightening or under-tightening

Ex: The technician adjusted the torque wrench to the recommended setting before tightening the valve .
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a heavy-duty hand tool with adjustable jaws used for gripping and turning pipes, fittings, and other cylindrical objects, providing a strong grip and leverage for various plumbing and mechanical applications

Ex: After a few turns with the pipe wrench, the pipe finally came loose .
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a hand tool with a closed-looped, box-shaped end that fits snugly around the flats of nuts and bolts, providing a secure grip and allowing for the application of torque during tightening or loosening tasks

Ex: Using the box-end wrench, they were able to easily remove the rusted bolt from the door hinge .
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a hand tool with two U-shaped ends of different sizes, designed to grip and turn nuts and bolts with flat surfaces, providing a versatile and convenient option for various tightening and loosening applications

Ex: The toolbox was filled with various sizes of open-end wrenches for different jobs .
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a tool that helps tighten or adjust parts in machines or engines, making sure they work properly

Ex: The mechanic used a tappet wrench to adjust the engine 's valve clearance .
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a hand tool that features a ratcheting mechanism, allowing for continuous rotation in one direction while preventing backward movement

Ex: The mechanic used a ratchet wrench to quickly tighten the bolts on the engine .
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a specialized tool designed with an open-end wrench head that incorporates a slight flare, allowing it to grip and tighten or loosen nuts on pipes or tubing while minimizing the risk of damaging the nut or fitting

Ex: For the gas line installation , the technician used a flare nut wrench to make sure the connection was tight .
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a tool used to remove and install faucet seats in plumbing applications

Ex: He found that a regular wrench could n’t do the job , so he switched to the faucet seat wrench.
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clamp
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a device that is used to hold or compress two or more things together firmly

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C-clamp
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a hand tool with a C-shaped frame and a screw mechanism used to hold objects together securely during various tasks

Ex: He adjusted the C-clamp to fit around the object and then tightened it to hold it firmly .
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bar clamp
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a type of clamp consisting of a long bar or beam with adjustable jaws on each end, operated by a screw mechanism, used for securing and applying pressure to hold objects in place during woodworking or other projects

Ex: She adjusted the bar clamp to fit the different sizes of materials she was working with .
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a type of clamp that utilizes a length of pipe and adjustable jaws to secure and apply pressure on objects during woodworking or metalworking tasks, providing a versatile and strong clamping solution

Ex: Before starting the repair , the worker placed a pipe clamp around the pipe to ensure it did n't move .
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a one-handed clamp with a quick-release mechanism for effortless and rapid clamping

Ex: For quick repairs , the quick clamp was the most efficient tool to use .
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F-clamp
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a type of clamp that features an F-shaped design, with a fixed jaw on one end and a sliding jaw on a threaded screw for adjustable and secure clamping of objects

Ex: He adjusted the F-clamp to fit the size of the wooden panels before tightening it .
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a type of clamp that uses a flexible band or strap, typically made of nylon or metal, tightened with a ratchet mechanism to secure and hold irregularly shaped objects or assemblies during gluing, clamping, or assembly processes

Ex: I used a band clamp to keep the parts of the wooden tabletop aligned during the assembly process .
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a type of clamp that uses a lever and linkage system to secure objects in place quickly and securely with a simple flipping motion, providing a reliable and convenient clamping solution

Ex: The toggle clamp quickly secured the workpiece to the table , allowing the carpenter to focus on cutting .
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a type of clamp that features two hinged arms with spring tension, allowing for quick and easy one-handed operation to hold objects together or secure them in place

Ex: I found a spring clamp to be the best option for holding small parts while I worked on them .
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a specialized clamp designed to hold two workpieces together at a 90-degree angle, allowing for precise and secure assembly of corners during woodworking or other projects

Ex: With the corner clamp holding the two panels together , the cabinet maker was able to drill the holes for the fasteners .
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vise
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a tool that has two parts that can be moved together by tightening a screw or a lever to hold an object firmly while work is being done on it

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a specialized hand tool used for securely gripping and carrying bricks or blocks during masonry work

Ex: After picking up the brick tong, the laborer easily loaded the bricks onto the scaffold .
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a tool or device used to exert force and aid in the pulling or tensioning of cables or wires, often used in electrical or construction work

Ex: With the help of a cable puller, the crew managed to run cables across the entire building in just one day .
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a handheld device equipped with a magnet at one end, used for retrieving and collecting small metallic objects in hard-to-reach places by attracting them with its magnetic force

Ex: The magnetic pick-up tool helped him gather all the nails that had scattered across the floor .
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a woodworking tool that guides the movement of a workpiece for making precise crosscuts or angled cuts on a table saw or other similar machines

Ex: With the miter gauge in place, the contractor was able to cut all the door frames to the same angle.
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a specialized tool used to access and operate water meters typically found in outdoor meter pits or boxes

Ex: I could n't find my water meter key, so I had to call the utility company to shut off the water .
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