Workshop tools are mechanical devices used in the workshop. Tools should be used properly at all times so that they will be available for use when needed.
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Types of Workshop Tools in Agricultural Engineering
1. Files: The file is used for smoothing and shaping metals. Shaping includes three types of file use: sharpening of tools, smoothing metal surfaces, and cutting metal to the desired form and dimension. There are two major kinds of file teeth.
The single-cut file has chisel-like teeth running at an angle across the body of the file. Double-cut files have two sets of teeth or chisel cuts that cross each other. The double-cut file cuts faster, but it tears a rough surface.
2. Nail Hammer: Nail hammers are used for driving, pulling, or setting nails on wood or metals. There are different types of hammers, such as the ball-peen hammer, cross-peen hammer, and claw hammer. Points to bear in mind when using a hammer include:
i. The handle should be clean, dry, and free from oil or grease.
ii. The hammer face is hardened and may chip if used on hard materials.
iii. A hammer with a loose head should not be used.
3. Spanner: Spanners are used to screw or unscrew bolts and nuts. Many types of spanners are available, but the open-ended, ring, socket, and box types are more commonly used for the maintenance and repair of agricultural machinery.
4. Hand Plane: The hand plane is used for paring (removing thin strips of wood, etc.). Planing can be done to smoothen surfaces, straighten, or correct the size of an object.
5. Allen Keys: Allen keys are tools in the form of an L-shaped rod, hexagonal in cross-section, made in different sizes to turn corresponding sizes of Allen screws.
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6. Hand Saw: Hand saws are used to saw (cut) wood. They are cutting tools with a zigzag edge. There are various kinds of hand saws, used either for straight sawing or cutting curves and circles. Saws commonly used for straight sawing include the crosscut saw and rip saw, while those for curves and circles are the compass and keyhole saws.
The hand saw may be preferred over power saws for reasons like power availability, the ability to complete work faster on some jobs, and the ease of handling some tasks.
7. Screwdrivers: The screwdriver is used to screw or unscrew a bolt or screws. Several types of screwdrivers exist. The major parts of a screwdriver are the head, handle, ferrule, blade, and tip.
8. Hand Drills: The hand drill is used to bore or drill holes in wood or metal. A bit, which normally does the drilling, is inserted into the tip of the drill. The twist drill is commonly used for making holes during repairs to farm machinery and the construction of fittings for farm buildings.
Maintaining these tools in good condition ensures efficiency and longevity, which is essential for agricultural engineering tasks.
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