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FOX-TAIL WEDGE [1 record]

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Record 1 2008-03-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Joining Elements (Mechanical Components)
  • Finish Carpentry
DEF

A wedge for expanding the split end of a bolt, cotter, dowel, tenon, or other piece in order to fasten the end in a hole or mortise and prevent withdrawal.

Key term(s)
  • fox-tail wedge

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments d'assemblage (Composants mécaniques)
  • Menuiserie

Spanish

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