A Presentation about the Basic Hand Tool in TLE 6 Industrial Arts

Basic Handtools

1. BASIC HAND TOOLS

2. Screwdriver: The primary function of this tool is to loosen and tighten screws. It has three type a. The slotted screwdriver is for negative slotted screws b. The Phillips screwdriver is for positive slotted screws. It is designed to take greater torque and have tighter fastenings. c. The jeweler's screwdriver set is composed of small screwdrivers that are specifically slotted for small screws and complicated work such as those for watches, cellular phones, and other small gadgets. DRIVING TOOLS

3. The side cutter is used specifically to cut wires. The long nose performs the function of holding, bending, and stretching the lead of electronic components or connecting wires. The wire stripper has a pair of opposing blades that is used to remove insulation from wires. It has a center part called the notch that cuts the insulation without cutting the wire. SPLICING TOOLS

4. The utility knife serves a variety of purposes in cutting various materials used in craft making. The hacksaw is primarily used to cut metals. It consists of a metal arch with a handle. CUTTING TOOLS

5. A magnifying glass with convex lens produces a magnified image of an object to allow detailed work. Paint brush may be used for cleaning parts of an object. AUXILIARY TOOLS