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Record 1 2000-04-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Metal Fasteners
DEF

Common nail with a flat ring formed about the shaft some 6 mm (0.25 in.) below the head. Used for temporary work as the raised head permits easy removing.

CONT

Duplex or Double-headed nails are used for nailing temporary structures, such as scaffolds, which are eventually to be dismantled. When using the double-headed nail it is driven to the lower head so that it can be easily drawn at a later time.

Key term(s)
  • dual-head nail

French

Domaine(s)
  • Clouterie et visserie
CONT

Clous à deux têtes. Pour assemblages provisoires, la seconde tête facilitant la dépose.

Spanish

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