Student Name: La Madrid, John Blaise B. Subject/Section: AMTE 129L – 4B Date: 10 Feb 2023 Schedule: Friday 10:00 – 13:00 School Year: 2022-2023 Instructor: Mr. Paolo Ricardo A. Quiestas Rating: Steel Rule - A steel rule, often known as a ruler, is a measuring instrument used to draw straight lines and calculate lengths, widths, and other measurements. Commonly, the instrument is built from a thin, flat sheet of metal, typically steel, having etched or stamped measurements on its surface. A steel rule's goal is to give a precise and consistent way for measuring lengths and distances. It is utilized in a range of fields, including engineering, woodworking, metalworking, and sewing, among others. Simply set the steel rule alongside the object to be measured and read the measurement indicated by the relevant marking on the rule. Using the edge of a steel rule as a guide for a pencil or other marking implement, steel rules can be used to draw straight lines. It is crucial to remember that a steel rule should be handled carefully to avoid bending or breaking the tool. It should be stored in a dry, secure location when it is not in use in order to extend its longevity. Vernier Caliper - A Vernier caliper is a precision measuring instrument used to precisely measure the inside and external dimensions of objects. It comprises of a primary scale and a movable jaw with a Vernier scale that permits exact measurements. A Vernier caliper is designed to give a more precise means for measuring measurements than traditional rulers or steel rules. The Vernier scale on the sliding jaw permits measurements to be taken to a fraction of a millimeter, making it perfect for applications requiring accurate measurements, such as engineering, metallurgy, and scientific research. Follow these instructions to use a Vernier caliper appropriately: 1. Rotate the thumbscrew until the measuring device's jaws are slightly wider than the thing to be measured. 2. Place the jaws around the thing to be measured, ensuring that both ends of the jaws touch the object. 3. Consult the primary scale, which is placed on the fixed portion of the caliper, for the measurement. 4. Consult the Vernier scale, which is situated on the sliding jaw, for the measurement. The Vernier scale displays the fractional portion of the value, enabling even more exact measurements. 5. The total measurement is determined by adding the two measurements together. It is essential to handle a Vernier caliper with care to prevent harm to the instrument and the thing being measured. To preserve its accuracy and durability, the tool must be cleaned and stored in a dry, secure location when not in use. Metal Scriber - A metal scriber is a handheld instrument used to mark metal and other materials. It is typically employed in metalworking, engineering, and building. A metal scriber is designed to draw precise, crisp, and clear marks on metal and other materials, making it easier to make cuts, bend the metal, or execute other operations. Typically, metal scribes are used in conjunction with a straight edge or ruler to produce straight lines. Follow these instructions to use a metal scriber appropriately: 1. Hold the scriber in your hand with your fingers wrapped around the handle for comfort. 2. Place the tip of the scriber on the metal or other material's surface where you wish to draw a mark. 3. Apply light pressure to the scriber and drag it along the surface, following the desired line or noting the intended point, while maintaining the desired pressure. 4. As necessary, repeat the procedure to produce additional markings. The tip of a metal scriber is extremely sharp and can quickly cause damage to the object being marked or injury if not handled with care. When not in use, the tool should be stored in a secure location to prevent unintentional harm. Divider - A divider, sometimes known as a compass, is a handheld instrument used to mark circles and divide distances into equal parts. It comprises of two adjustable, pointed legs joined by a pivot, allowing for a range of leg lengths. A divider's function is to provide a precise and exact method for drawing circles and dividing distances, making it valuable in a variety of fields, such as engineering, drafting, and woodworking. To utilize a divider properly, follow these steps: 1. Turning the thumbscrew or tightening the wing nut will allow you to adjust the length of the divider's legs. 2. Place the tips of the legs where you wish to draw the circle or divide the distance. 3. Move one leg around the surface while keeping the other leg immobile to write a circle or split a distance using the divider. 4. As necessary, repeat the procedure to produce additional markings. It is essential to handle a divider with care to avoid harming the instrument or the area being measured. When not in use, the divider should be stored in a secure location to prevent injury. Aviation Snips (Red) - Red aviation snips are a hand-held cutting instrument used to cut sheet metal, thin metal bars, and wire. The red handles on these snips are widely used to signify that they are suitable for cutting straight lines or making left-turn cuts. Aviation snips are designed to give a rapid and effective technique of cutting sheet metal and other materials with minimal effort, enabling precise cuts to be done with minimal time and effort. Follow these procedures to utilize red aviation snips correctly: 1. Depending on the shape of the blades and the direction of the handles, choose the suitable tool for the type of cut you need to make. 2. Hold the snips in your hand in a comfortable position, with your fingers curled around the handles. 3. Place the blades of the snips on the material where the intended cut will be made, ensuring that the blades are correctly positioned for the desired cut. 4. To create a cut, squeeze the handles together to close the blades. 5. As necessary, repeat the process to make more cuts. Aviation snips must be handled with care, as their blades are sharp and can quickly cause harm if not used correctly. When not in use, the tool should be stored in a secure location to prevent unintentional harm. Aviation Snips (Green) - Green aviation snips are a type of hand-held cutting tool used for cutting sheet metal, thin metal bars, and wire. They are designed for use in aviation, automotive, and metalworking applications, and the green handles on these snips are commonly used to indicate that they are designed for cutting curved lines or making right-turn cuts. The purpose of aviation snips is to provide a quick and efficient method of cutting sheet metal and other materials, allowing for precise cuts to be made with minimal effort. To properly use green aviation snips, follow these steps: 1. Select the appropriate tool for the type of cut you need to make, based on the shape of the blades and the direction of the handles. 2. Hold the snips in a comfortable position in your hand, with your fingers wrapped around the handles. 3. Place the blades of the snips on the material where you want to make the cut, ensuring that the blades are positioned correctly for the desired cut. 4. Squeeze the handles together to close the blades and make the cut. 5. Repeat the process as needed to make additional cuts. It's important to handle aviation snips with care, as the blades are sharp and can easily cause injury if not used properly. The tool should be stored in a safe place when not in use to avoid accidental injury. Aviation Snips (Yellow) - Yellow aviation snips are a hand-held cutting instrument used to cut sheet metal, thin metal bars, and wire. The yellow handles on these snips are widely used to indicate that they are suitable for cutting curves or creating compound cuts. These snips are intended for usage in aviation, automotive, and metalworking applications (cuts that require both straight and curved lines). Aviation snips are designed to give a rapid and effective technique of cutting sheet metal and other materials with minimal effort, enabling precise cuts to be done with minimal time and effort. Follow these methods to utilize yellow aviation snips properly: 1. Depending on the shape of the blades and the direction of the handles, choose the suitable tool for the type of cut you need to make. 2. Hold the snips in your hand in a comfortable position, with your fingers curled around the handles. 3. Place the blades of the snips on the material where the intended cut will be made, ensuring that the blades are correctly positioned for the desired cut. 4. To create a cut, squeeze the handles together to close the blades. 5. As necessary, repeat the process to make more cuts. Aviation snips must be handled with care, as their blades are sharp and can quickly cause harm if not used correctly. When not in use, the tool should be stored in a secure location to prevent unintentional harm. Flat File - In metallurgy and woodworking, a flat file is a hand tool used for smoothing and shaping surfaces, removing rough areas and burrs, and sharpening edges. Depending on the desired finish, it is a flat, rectangular metal file with a smooth or somewhat rough surface. The objective of a flat file is to give a precise and efficient method for smoothing surfaces, removing rough areas and burrs, and sharpening edges. To use a flat file properly, perform these steps: 1. Choose the proper file for the task based on the surface's coarseness and the desired finish. 2. Hold the file firmly in one hand, with the flat side facing the surface on which you wish to work. 3. Apply hard, consistent pressure to the file while moving it in the desired direction to remove material. 4. Move the file in a back-and-forth motion with a little touch to ensure uniform pressure throughout the entire surface. 5. Regularly inspect the surface's smoothness and absence of rough patches and burrs. 6. As often as necessary, repeat the procedure until the surface is smooth and free of rough areas and burrs. It is essential to use files with care, as their edges can be sharp and inflict injury if not utilized properly. When not in use, the tool should be stored in a secure location to prevent unintentional harm. Pneumatic Riveting Gun - A pneumatic riveting gun is a power tool used in metalworking and metal fabrication to join two pieces of metal by driving a rivet through both pieces and then squeezing the ends of the rivet together. This type of riveting gun is powered by compressed air, which supplies the necessary force for driving the rivet. The purpose of a pneumatic riveting gun is to provide a quick and effective method for securing metal components together, with the ability to join metal components quickly and easily. Follow these steps to use a pneumatic riveting gun properly: 1. Choose the proper size and type of rivet for the job based on the metal's thickness and composition. 2. Insert the rivet into the gun while ensuring that it is properly seated. 3. Connect the air hose to the gun, and activate the air supply. 4. Place the gun on one side of the to-be-joined metal pieces, with the end of the rivet extending through the holes in both metal pieces. 5. Squeeze the gun's trigger to force the rivet through the holes and into the other metal piece. 6. Continue depressing the trigger until the rivet is completely seated and the ends are firmly crimped. 7. Remove the gun from the workpiece and disconnect the air hose from the gun. It is essential to wear eye protection, gloves, and hearing protection when using a pneumatic riveting gun, as the device can be loud and produce debris. Additionally, the gun must be handled with care to prevent injury from the compressed air and the hot rivet. Cleco fastener - Cleco fasteners are used in sheet metal fabrication and other metalworking applications. It is intended to hold two or more metal pieces together while they are drilled, drilled out, or otherwise worked on. Cleco fasteners are designed to provide a quick and simple method for temporarily securing metal parts while they are being worked on, eliminating the need for welding or other permanent fastening methods. Before making a permanent connection, this allows the metalworker to make precise adjustments and ensure proper alignment. To use a Cleco fastener properly, follow these steps: 1. Choose a Cleco fastener whose size corresponds to the thickness of the metal being joined. 2. Place the metal components to be welded together, ensuring that they are aligned properly. 3. Insert the Cleco fastener through the holes in the metal components and tighten the screw to join the components. 4. Repeat the procedure for each Cleco fastener, ensuring that each component is properly secured. 5. Remove the Cleco fasteners and replace them with permanent fasteners, such as rivets, once the metal parts have been drilled, drilled out, or otherwise worked on. It is important to exercise caution when handling Cleco fasteners, as they can be sharp and cause injury if mishandled. To ensure that the final product is accurate and secure, it is also essential to properly align the metal components being joined. Cleco Pliers - Cleco pliers are a specialized metalworking and sheet metal fabrication tool used to secure metal components with Cleco fasteners. They are designed to grip and hold the shank of a Cleco fastener, making the fastener easier to insert and tighten. Cleco pliers are designed to facilitate a more efficient and controlled method of inserting and tightening Cleco fasteners, thereby reducing the amount of manual labor and effort required to secure metal parts. To use Cleco pliers properly, follow these steps: 1. Choose a Cleco fastener whose size corresponds to the thickness of the metal being joined. 2. Place the metal components to be welded together, ensuring that they are aligned properly. 3. Open the Cleco pliers and position the Cleco fastener's shank between the pliers' jaws. 4. Close the Cleco pliers to grip the Cleco fastener's shank. 5. Insert the Cleco fastener through the holes in the metal components and tighten the screw to join the components. 6. Release the Cleco pliers from the Cleco fastener's shank. 7. Repeat the procedure for each Cleco fastener, ensuring that each component is properly secured. 8. Remove the Cleco fasteners and replace them with permanent fasteners, such as rivets, once the metal parts have been drilled, drilled out, or otherwise worked on. It is essential to exercise caution when using Cleco pliers, as they can be sharp and may cause injury if mishandled. To ensure that the final product is accurate and secure, it is also essential to properly align the metal components being joined. Bucking Bar - Bucking bars are heavy metal bars used in metalworking and aircraft maintenance to assist with rivet installation and setting. The bar provides a solid, stable surface against which a rivet gun can be struck, thereby assisting in securing the rivet. A bucking bar is designed to provide a stable and controlled surface for setting rivets, enabling the user to create secure, permanent joints in metal components. Follow these steps to effectively use a bucking bar: 1. Select the bucking bar size corresponding to the size of the rivet being set. 2. Place the bucking bar on the side of the metal component opposite the side being worked on. 3. Insert the rivet into the hole in the metal components, ensuring that it is aligned properly. 4. Hold the rivet gun against the head of the rivet and tap the rivet gun's handle with a mallet. 5. Repeat the process until the desired depth of the rivet has been achieved. 6. Repeat the procedure for each rivet, ensuring that every joint is secure. It is essential to exercise caution when using a bucking bar, as the rivet gun can generate a great deal of force and may result in injury if not handled properly. In order to ensure that the final product is accurate and secure, it is also crucial that the metal components being joined are properly aligned. Center Punch - The purpose of a center punch is to mark the center of a point. It is typically used in metalworking, woodworking, and leatherworking to create a dimple in the material for drilling or screw starting. A center punch serves to provide an accurate starting point for drilling or cutting and to prevent the drill or cutting tool from slipping on the surface of the material. To use a center punch properly, follow these steps: 1. Place the tip of the center punch in the desired location for the dimple. 2. Hold the center punch firmly with one hand and hammer the punch's end. 3. Ensure that the dimple is deep enough to be visible but not so deep as to cause material damage. 4. As a starting point for drilling or cutting, utilize the dimple. It is essential to use the correct size center punch for the job and to strike it with an appropriatesized hammer. A center punch that is too small may not leave a noticeable dimple, while a center punch that is too large may cause material damage. Pneumatic Drill - A pneumatic drill, also known as an air drill, is a power tool that rotates a drill bit using compressed air. It is frequently employed in industrial, manufacturing, construction, and repair applications. A pneumatic drill is designed to provide a quick and efficient method for drilling holes in materials such as metal, wood, and concrete. Follow these steps to use a pneumatic drill appropriately: 1. Ensure that the drill is properly lubricated and the air pressure is set to the appropriate level. 2. Choose the proper drill bit for the material to be drilled. 3. Insert the drill bit into the chuck and firmly tighten it. 4. Start the air compressor and allow pressure to build. 5. Start the drill by holding the drill steady and applying a light amount of pressure. 6. As soon as the drill bit starts to penetrate the material, increase the pressure. 7. When the desired depth is reached, the drill must be stopped. 8. To remove the drill bit from the material, reverse the drill. When using a pneumatic drill, it is important to wear eye and ear protection and take other safety precautions, as the high speed of the drill bit can cause sparks and debris to fly. In order to prevent damage to the tool, it is essential to lubricate the drill and adjust the air pressure to the correct level. Cleco Clamp - In sheet metal fabrication, a Cleco clamp, also known as a temporary fastener, is used to hold two pieces of metal together while they are being drilled, drilled, or otherwise worked on. A Cleco clamp is designed to provide a quick and secure method for temporarily securing two metal pieces together while they are being worked on. To use a Cleco clamp properly, follow these steps: 1. The surfaces of the metal components that will be clamped together must be cleaned. 2. Align the two metal pieces and position the Cleco clamp so that the pointed end is over one metal piece and the opposite end is over the other metal piece. 3. Utilize the Cleco pliers to compress the clamp and join the two metal pieces. 4. Repeat this procedure for each used Cleco clamp. 5. When all Cleco clamps are in place, the two metal pieces can be drilled or worked on as necessary. 6. To remove the Cleco clamps, compress each clamp with the Cleco pliers and remove it from the two metal pieces. Before using the Cleco clamps, it is essential to ensure that the surfaces of the metal pieces are clean and free of debris, and to properly secure the clamps to prevent the metal pieces from shifting while they are being worked on.correct level. Rivet Spacer - A rivet spacer is an instrument used in sheet metal fabrication to ensure uniform spacing between rivets when joining two metal pieces. A rivet spacer's purpose is to maintain a consistent distance between rivets, which helps to ensure a strong and secure joint. To use a rivet spacer properly, follow these steps: 1. The surfaces of the metal pieces that will be joined must be thoroughly cleaned. 2. Align the two metal pieces and position the rivet spacer in between them. 3. Use the spacer as a guide to drill a hole in both metal pieces for the rivet. 4. Utilize a pneumatic riveting gun to insert a rivet into the hole and secure the two metal pieces together. 5. Repeat for each rivet, using the rivet spacer to ensure uniform spacing between rivets. Before using the rivet spacer, it is essential to ensure that the metal surfaces are clean and free of debris, and to properly secure the rivets to prevent the metal pieces from shifting while they are being worked on. Microstop - In metalworking and woodworking, microstops are used to measure and set precise cut depths. It is frequently used for drilling, countersinking, and counterboring. The purpose of a microstop is to provide a precise and repeatable depth measurement, enabling the user to make identically precise cuts. To use a microstop properly, follow these steps: 1. Attach the microstop to the drill bit or cutting tool that will be used in the operation. 2. Set the microstop to the desired cutting depth. This is accomplished by rotating the microstop collar until the desired measurement is reached. 3. Lock the microstop into place to prevent it from moving during the cutting process. 4. Start the cutting process while ensuring the tool or drill bit stops at the desired depth of cut. 5. Repeat the cutting process as necessary, using the same microstop setting each time to achieve consistent results. Before beginning the cutting operation, it is essential to ensure that the microstop is securely attached to the tool or drill bit and is set to the appropriate depth. This will aid in producing precise and consistent results. Deburring Tool - In metalworking and woodworking, a deburring tool is a handheld device used to remove sharp edges, burrs, and other unwanted projections from the surface of a workpiece. A deburring tool's purpose is to provide a clean and smooth finish on the surface of a workpiece, thereby making it safer to handle and reducing the risk of injury. Additionally, deburring tools are used to enhance the overall appearance of the workpiece and the quality of the final prod uct. To use a deburring tool properly, follow these steps: 1. Choose the proper deburring tool based on the type of workpiece and the type of edge that requires deburring. 2. Place the deburring tool on the workpiece's edge and apply light pressure. 3. Move the deburring instrument along the edge to remove any burrs, protrusions, or sharp edges. 4. Repeat the procedure as necessary, rotating the piece of work as necessary to deburr all edges. When utilizing a deburring tool, it is crucial to apply the correct amount of pressure. Too much pressure can damage the workpiece, whereas too little pressure may not eliminate all burrs. Additionally, it is essential to select the appropriate deburring tool for the task, as different tools are designed for different types of edges and materials. L Square - An L-Square is a tool for drawing straight lines and making precise measurements. It is a triangle with a right angle, where one side is the base and the other is the height. L-Squares are utilized to create accurate drawings, layouts, and measurements by providing a straight edge and a 90degree angle. Drafting, technical drawing, and graphic design are some of the applications in which it is employed. To use an L-Square correctly, follow these steps: 1. Place the L-Square on the paper or surface so that the base is parallel to the edge and the height extends away from the surface. 2. Utilize the L-straight Square's edge to draw a straight line by dragging the L-Square along a surface. 3. Utilize the L-90-degree Square's angle to create accurate perpendicular lines by aligning the L-height Square's with the surface's edge and drawing a line along the straight edge. 4. Place the L-Square along the edge of the surface and read the measurement from the ruler or scale on the base of the L-Square to obtain accurate measurements. It is essential to handle the L-Square with care to ensure the accuracy of the straight edge and 90-degree angle. Avoid bending or twisting the L-Square, as this can compromise its precision.
