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adjustable spanner [2 records]

Record 1 2003-02-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hand Tools
DEF

Thumb-screw controlled wrench affording tight fit by varying pincher size.

OBS

Adjustable wrenches come in two styles, locking and non-locking. Non-locking style features an adjustable end opening with little provision made for slippage. The locking style also has an adjustable head, but uses a locking mechanism to secure jaws in desired position, eliminating the need for constant readjustment. When properly adjusted to nut or bolt, it will not slip.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Outillage à main
Key term(s)
  • clef ajustable
  • clef à mâchoires mobiles

Spanish

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Record 2 1993-02-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Office Equipment and Supplies
  • Hand Tools

French

Domaine(s)
  • Équipement et fournitures de bureau
  • Outillage à main

Spanish

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