This page explains the terms used in woodworking, different types of tools, equipment, and techniques.
By Letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
A
Abrasive Disks
Thin, round plates impregnated with abrasive particles used for cutting, grinding, and polishing surfaces when attached to power tools like angle grinders or sanders.
Air Chisel
A pneumatic tool that drives a chisel head into a surface to cut or shape metal, stone, or other hard materials. It operates by using compressed air to generate a hammering action.
Air Compressor
A machine that increases the pressure of air by reducing its volume, creating compressed air used to operate pneumatic tools, inflate tires, and for various industrial applications.
Air Tools
Tools powered by compressed air from an air compressor, also known as pneumatic tools, which include items such as paint sprayers, nail guns, and impact wrenches.
Allen Key
A tool of hexagonal cross-section used to turn bolts and screws with hexagonal sockets in their heads, also known as a hex key.
Ampere (Amp)
The unit of electric current; in tools, it represents the amount of electrical charge passing through the tool’s motor, reflecting power consumption and workload capacity.
Angle Grinder
A handheld power tool with a rotating abrasive disc used for cutting, grinding, and polishing a variety of materials such as metal, tile, and concrete.
Anti-Kickback Device
A safety mechanism found in power saws that prevents the saw from kicking back towards the operator if the blade binds or encounters an obstruction.
Auger Bit
A drill bit designed for boring large, deep holes into wood with a spiraling shaft and a cutting blade at the tip.
Aviation Snips
Hand tools designed for cutting thin metal sheets, such as aluminum or tin, with a compound action for increased mechanical advantage. They come in different types for straight, left, or right cuts.
B
Back Saw
A short saw with a reinforced back edge to maintain straight cuts, often used in woodworking for precise joinery cuts.
Ball Peen Hammer
A type of hammer with a rounded end opposite the flat striking face, commonly used for shaping metal and setting rivets.
Ballnose Pliers
Pliers with rounded jaws used for bending loops in wire or gripping rounded objects.
Band Saw
A saw with a long, flexible blade that rotates on two wheels, capable of making precise straight or curved cuts in various materials.
Baseboard
A wooden board covering the lowest part of an interior wall, also referred to in tool glossaries when discussing trimming or cutting methods.
Belt Sander
A powerful sanding machine with a looped sanding belt, ideal for quickly removing large amounts of material over big surfaces.
Bench Grinder
A stationary machine with abrasive wheels for sharpening tools or grinding down metal parts.
Bench Sander
A fixed sander typically used in a workshop setting that can be either a belt sander, disc sander, or both.
Bevel
An angled surface cut on the edge of a material, often referenced in tools for cutting or shaping such edges.
Birdsmouth Joint
A woodworking joint that forms a notch resembling a bird’s beak, typically used to connect rafters to the top plate of a wall.
Biscuit Jointer
A power tool that cuts crescent-shaped slots in wood pieces to be joined together with a wooden ‘biscuit’ and glue.
Blade
The cutting part of a tool or machine, such as a saw or knife, which comes in various shapes and sizes for different materials and cuts.
Blade Direction
The orientation of a saw blade’s teeth, which determines the direction in which it cuts most effectively.
Boring Machine
A machine used to drill large, precise holes or boreholes in various materials.
Bottle Jack
A compact hydraulic jack with a cylindrical shape used for lifting heavy loads.
Bow Saw
A type of frame saw with a wide, curved blade ideal for cutting branches and rough cuts quickly.
Box Wrench
A wrench with an enclosed opening that grips the faces of a bolt or nut, usually hexagonal in shape.
Brad Nailer
A tool that drives small, thin nails (brads) ideal for delicate trim work without splitting the wood.
Breaker Bar
A long non-ratcheting bar used with sockets to provide extra torque to loosen tight fasteners.
Brick Saw
A saw specifically designed to cut through brick, stone, or masonry, typically with a diamond blade.
Bridle Joint
A woodworking joint where a tenon on one piece fits into a mortise cut into another, resembling the bridle of a horse.
Brushless Motor
A motor that operates without physical brushes, offering higher efficiency and less maintenance in power tools.
Buck Saw
A hand saw with a rectangular frame, used for cutting logs crosswise.
Builder’s Square
A broad-bladed tool with a straight edge used to measure and mark right angles in construction.
Butt Joint
The simplest joint where two pieces of material are joined at their ends by glue, nails, or screws.
Butterfly Joint
Also known as a ‘bowtie’ joint, it is a decorative and structural inlay used to stabilize and prevent cracks from widening in boards.
C
Cabinet Saw:
A large and powerful table saw designed for accuracy and durability in professional woodworking.
Cabinetmaking:
The craft of building cabinetry and furniture, which involves detailed work and a variety of specialized tools.
Carpentry:
The trade of cutting and joining timber in the construction of buildings, ships, or other structures.
Caulk:
A material used to seal joints or seams against leakage in various structures and piping.
Caulking Gun:
A tool that holds a tube or cartridge of caulk and is used to apply the caulk in a controlled manner.
Chain Saw:
A portable saw with teeth linked to a rotating chain, used for cutting through wood quickly.
Chamfer:
An angled cut or bevel at the edge or corner of a workpiece, often for decorative purposes or to remove sharp edges.
Chisel:
A hand tool with a straight blade at one end for carving or cutting hard materials such as wood, stone, or metal.
Chuck Key:
A small tool used to open and close the chuck of a drill to secure or release drill bits.
Circlip Pliers:
Pliers designed for installing and removing circlips – small, flat, ring-shaped fasteners that fit into grooves.
Circular Saw:
A robust power tool with a round blade that spins to cut wood and other materials with straight lines.
Claw Hammer:
A hammer with one side of the head split and curved, used for driving nails and removing them.
CNC Router:
A computer-controlled cutting machine used for cutting various hard materials, such as wood or plastics.
Coil Nailer:
A type of nail gun that uses a coil of nails for high-volume nailing tasks, reducing the need for frequent reloads.
Cold Chisel:
A toughened steel chisel used for cutting ‘cold’ metals, meaning they are not heated, and often used in metalworking.
Collated Nails:
Nails that are connected together in strips or coils for use with nail guns for consistent and quick nailing.
Collet:
A sleeve used for holding a tool or workpiece by forming a collar around the object and exerting a strong clamping force.
Combination Square:
A multi-purpose measuring tool that can function as a square, a level, and a straightedge.
Combination Wrench:
A wrench with an open end and a boxed end, typically of the same size, to fit over nuts and bolts.
Compound Miter Saw:
A versatile saw that pivots left or right for miter cuts and tilts for bevel cuts, and can handle compound angled cuts.
Coping Saw:
A small hand saw with a narrow blade used for intricate cutting and shaping, particularly in woodworking.
Cordless Drill Driver:
A battery-powered drill that can also function as a screwdriver, providing convenience without the need for power cords.
Cornice:
An ornamental molding around the wall of a room just below the ceiling, which may require specific cutting tools for installation.
Counterbore:
To enlarge a hole to a certain depth, allowing the head of a bolt or screw to sit flush with or below the surface of the material.
Countersink:
A conical hole cut into a material to allow the head of a screw to sit flush with or below the surface.
Countersink Bits:
Drill bits that create a conical hole to match the angled shape of a countersink screw head.
Crescent Wrench:
An adjustable wrench with a sliding jaw that changes the width of the wrench’s opening.
Cross Peen Hammer:
A hammer with a blade-like peen perpendicular to the hammerhead, used mainly in metalworking.
Crosscut Saw:
A saw designed to cut wood perpendicular to the grain, typically with smaller teeth than a rip saw.
Crown Molding:
Decorative trim installed between walls and ceilings, often cut using a miter saw for precise angled joints.
Cupping:
A term used in woodworking referring to a board’s tendency to curve across its width, resembling a shallow cup.
D
Dado Blade:
A circular saw blade used to cut wide, shallow grooves known as dados into wood, typically for interlocking pieces.
Die Grinder:
A high-speed rotary power tool used for grinding, sanding, honing, or machining various materials, often metal.
Dovetail Joint:
An interlocking woodworking joint noted for its resistance to being pulled apart, featuring a series of pins and tails with a trapezoidal shape.
Dovetail Saw:
A fine-toothed saw, typically with a thin blade, used for precise cuts in the creation of dovetail joints.
Dowel Joint:
A strong, simple joint where cylindrical rods (dowels) are inserted into aligned holes in two pieces of wood for reinforcement.
Dremel:
A brand name often used to refer to a rotary tool used for detailed hobby, craft, and DIY projects, which can sand, grind, and cut with a range of attachments.
Drill:
A power tool with a rotating drill bit used for making round holes or driving fasteners.
Drill Bit:
A cutting tool attached to a drill, used to make circular holes in materials.
Drill Chuck:
The clamping device at the end of a drill that secures the drill bit in place.
Drill Press:
A fixed style of drill that can be mounted on a stand or bolted to the floor or workbench, offering greater precision than a handheld drill.
Driver Bit:
A tool attachment for a drill or impact driver used to turn screws and other fasteners.
Drywall Sander:
A tool designed for smoothing the seams and surface of drywall before painting or finishing.
Drywall Screw gun:
A power tool optimized for driving screws into drywall with consistent depth and efficiency.
Dust Extractor:
A system or device used to collect dust and debris from the air and work surfaces, typically in woodworking or construction environments.
E
Ear Muffs:
Personal protective equipment designed to cover a person’s ears for hearing protection against noise-induced damage.
Ear Plugs:
Small devices inserted into the ear canal to protect the wearer’s hearing from loud noises or water ingress.
F
Featherboard:
A safety device used on woodworking machines, such as table saws, to hold wood against the fence for a clean cut and to prevent kickback.
Fence:
A guide on power tools like saws and routers that keeps the workpiece in a straight line during cutting or shaping.
Fencing Pliers:
A multipurpose hand tool designed for installing and repairing wire fences, incorporating functions like cutting, gripping, and hammering.
Fillet:
A curved transition between two surfaces or a rounded filling of the interior angle between two surfaces.
Finger Joint:
A woodworking joint made by cutting a set of complementary rectangular cuts in two pieces of wood, which are then glued together.
Finish Nailer:
A type of nail gun used for finishing work, which drives thinner nails that are less likely to split wood.
Firmer Chisel:
A woodworking chisel with a thick, rectangular blade used for making strong, precise cuts.
Floor Jack:
A lifting device used to raise heavy loads, such as vehicles, for maintenance and repair tasks.
Flooring Nailer:
A specialized nail gun designed for the installation of tongue-and-groove hardwood flooring.
Forstner Bit:
A drill bit with a unique design that bores flat-bottomed holes, often used in woodworking.
Framing Nailer:
A heavy-duty nail gun used for framing work, capable of driving large nails into tough materials.
Fret Saw:
A saw with a long, narrow blade for making intricate cuts in woodworking, often used for decorative details.
G
Glue Gun:
A hand-held tool that heats and dispenses adhesive for quick bonding of materials, commonly used in crafts and light repairs.
Grit:
It is the measure of the coarseness of abrasive materials like sandpaper, indicating the size of the abrasive particles.
Gullet:
The curved space between the teeth of a saw blade that allows for the removal of sawdust during the cutting process.
H
Hacksaw:
A metal-framed saw with a fine-toothed blade, used primarily for cutting metal and plastic pipes.
Hackzall:
A brand-specific compact version of a reciprocating saw, designed for one-handed operation and suited for tight spaces.
Half-Lap Joint:
A woodworking joint where half the thickness of two pieces is removed so they overlap and flush together, providing strength and alignment.
Hammer:
A tool with a weighted head fixed to a long handle, used for delivering an impact to a small area, such as driving nails.
Hammer Drill:
A power tool that combines the rotation of a drill with a hammering action to drill into hard materials like concrete or masonry.
Hammer Wrench:
A heavy-duty wrench designed to be struck with a hammer to provide additional force for loosening tight bolts or nuts.
Hand Saw:
A traditional saw with a handle and a broad blade, used for cutting wood in various patterns and shapes.
Hardwood:
Wood from deciduous trees, known for its density and durability, often used in high-quality furniture and flooring.
Hex Wrench:
Also known as an Allen key, this is a small hand tool used to drive bolts and screws with a hexagonal socket.
High-Speed Steel (HSS):
A type of carbon steel used for metalworking tools, capable of withstanding high temperatures without losing hardness.
Horsepower (Hp):
A unit of measurement for power, commonly used to describe the output of engines and motors.
Hypoid Saw:
A circular saw with the blade positioned at an angle different from the drive motor’s axis, providing more torque and efficient cutting.
I
Impact Driver:
A power tool that delivers high torque output with minimal exertion by the user, ideal for driving screws and fastening.
Impact Wrench:
A socket wrench power tool designed to deliver high torque output with minimal exertion, commonly used for loosening lug nuts.
J
Jack Plane:
A medium-sized hand plane used in woodworking for rough shaping and smoothing of wood surfaces.
Jackhammer:
A powerful tool used in construction for breaking up rock, concrete, and pavement, utilizing a hammering action.
Japanese Pull Saw:
A type of saw featuring a thin blade that cuts materials via a pulling motion, known for its precision and fine cuts.
Jigsaw:
A power tool with a reciprocating blade used for cutting irregular curves and shapes in wood, metal, or other materials.
Joinery:
The art or practice of joining pieces of wood together to construct furniture or structures using various types of joints.
Jointer:
A woodworking machine used to remove cupping and twisting to produce a flat surface along a board’s length, typically for joining edges.
Junior Hacksaw:
A smaller version of the standard hacksaw, designed for precision cutting in tight spaces.
K
Keyless Chuck:
A drill chuck that can be tightened or loosened by hand, without needing a key, for quicker bit changes.
Kickback:
A dangerous and sudden reaction when a power tool, especially a saw, jerks back towards the user, often caused by the blade binding.
L
Laser Level:
A control tool that uses a laser beam to establish a straight and level line for alignment and placement in construction and surveying.
M
Masonry Bit:
A drill bit specifically designed to cut through hard materials such as brick, stone, or concrete, usually featuring a carbide tip for durability.
Masonry Saw:
A power saw equipped with a diamond or abrasive blade, used for cutting masonry, tile, bricks, and other similar materials.
MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard):
An engineered wood product made by breaking down hardwood or softwood residuals into wood fibers, known for its smooth surface and uniformity.
Mini Hacksaw:
A small, hand-held saw with a fine-toothed blade, ideal for precision cutting in tight spaces or small pieces.
Miter Joint:
A joint made by beveling each of two parts to be joined, typically at a 45-degree angle, to form a corner, commonly used in picture frames and molding.
Miter Saw:
A power saw with a mounted blade that makes quick, accurate crosscuts and miters in a workpiece at a desired angle.
Monkey Wrench:
An adjustable wrench with smooth jaws, used for turning nuts, bolts, and pipes.
Mortise And Tenon:
A type of joint where a protruding tenon on one piece fits into a mortise hole on another, commonly used in woodworking and furniture making.
Mortise Chisel:
A thick, sturdy chisel designed specifically for cutting the mortise portion of a mortise and tenon joint in woodworking.
Mortise Gauge:
A woodworking tool used to mark the boundaries of a mortise and tenon joint, featuring adjustable pins for precision.
N
Nail Gun:
A power tool used to drive nails into wood or other materials, available in various designs for specific applications like framing, roofing, or finishing.
Needle Files:
Small, slender files used for precision work on small parts or in tight spaces, often in metalworking and jewelry making.
Needle Nose Pliers:
Long, slender pliers with pointed jaws, used for bending small wires, holding small objects, and reaching into narrow spaces.
Needle Scaler:
A pneumatic tool used to remove rust, scale, and paint from surfaces, operating through a group of needles vibrating rapidly against a surface.
No-Load Speed:
The maximum speed a motor or tool can achieve when running without any load or resistance.
O
Orbital Sander:
A hand-held power sander that vibrates in small circles, or orbits, ideal for fine sanding and ensuring a smooth finish.
Oscillating Multi Tool:
A versatile power tool that oscillates its head at high speeds to perform various tasks like cutting, sanding, scraping, and grinding.
P
Paddle Bit:
Also known as a spade bit, it’s a flat, broad drill bit used for making large holes in wood, characterized by its paddle-shaped blade.
Palm Nailer:
A compact pneumatic nail gun that fits in the palm of the hand, used for driving nails in tight spaces where a traditional hammer or nail gun can’t fit.
Palm Sander:
A small, lightweight hand-held sander that uses a vibrating square pad, ideal for finishing touches and sanding in tight spaces.
Panel Saw:
A large saw, either vertical or horizontal, used in woodworking for cutting large sheets of material, like plywood or MDF, into smaller sizes.
Particle Board:
An engineered wood product made from wood chips and sawmill shavings bonded together with a resin; it’s denser and more uniform than conventional wood.
Peen:
The part of a hammer head opposite the striking face; it can be ball-shaped, sharp, or flat and is used for shaping metal and other materials.
Percussion Drill:
A drill that provides a hammering action (in addition to rotation) to drill into hard materials like concrete, brick, or stone.
Picture Rail:
A molding or rail fixed high up on a wall, used for hanging pictures with hooks and wires, avoiding damage to the wall surface.
Pin Nailer:
A type of nail gun that drives very thin, headless nails (pins), ideal for delicate trim work where holes need to be invisible.
Pipe Cutter:
A tool designed for cleanly and efficiently cutting through pipes, especially metal or plastic, without crushing the pipe.
Pipe Wrench:
A large, adjustable wrench used for gripping and turning pipes and fittings with a rounded surface.
Pitch:
The distance between the points of teeth on a saw blade or the angle of the threads on a screw.
Planer:
A woodworking tool used to create a flat surface along the length of a board or to reduce the thickness of the wood.
Pliers:
A hand tool used for gripping and bending materials, available in various styles like needle-nose, slip-joint, and locking pliers.
Pliers Wrench:
A combination tool that functions as both pliers and an adjustable wrench, allowing for gripping and turning without damaging the workpiece.
Plunge Router:
A router with a base that allows the bit to “plunge” into the material, ideal for making cuts in the middle of a workpiece.
Plywood:
An engineered wood product made from thin layers of wood veneer glued together, known for its strength and stability.
Pole Saw:
A long-handled saw, often extendable, used for trimming high branches without the use of a ladder.
Portaband:
A portable band saw designed for cutting metal, pipes, or other tough materials on the go.
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment):
Safety gear used to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses, including items like gloves, goggles, helmets, and masks.
Q
Quarter Round:
A convex molding with a cross-section in the form of a quarter circle, typically used as a decorative element where a wall meets the floor.
R
Radial Arm Saw:
A versatile cutting machine with a circular saw mounted on a sliding horizontal arm, used for crosscuts, miter cuts, and rip cuts.
Random Orbital Sander:
A power sander that combines orbital and spinning motions, reducing sanding marks and providing a smoother finish.
Ratchet Mechanism:
A mechanical component allowing continuous linear or rotary motion in only one direction, commonly found in wrenches and screwdrivers.
Rated Speed:
The maximum speed at which a motor or tool can operate effectively under specific conditions, usually measured in revolutions per minute (RPM).
Reciprocal Saw:
Also known as a reciprocating saw, a power saw with a push-and-pull motion of the blade, ideal for demolition and rough cutting.
Reworking Station:
A dedicated workspace equipped with tools and equipment for modifying, repairing, or refurbishing materials and components.
Right Angle Drill:
A power drill designed with a head at a 90-degree angle, suitable for drilling in tight and confined spaces.
Riving Knife:
A safety device on a table saw that prevents kickback by keeping the cut material from pinching the back of the blade.
Rotary Hammer:
A power drill that uses a hammering action and rotation to drill into hard materials like concrete, more powerful than a standard hammer drill.
Rotary Tool:
A versatile, high-speed power tool with various attachments for different tasks, including cutting, sanding, grinding, and polishing.
Router:
A power tool used to hollow out or rout an area in hard materials, such as wood or plastic, commonly used in woodworking, especially cabinetry.
RPM (Revolutions Per Minute):
A unit of rotational speed or the number of turns in one minute, crucial for understanding the operating speed of a motor or engine.
S
Sandblasting:
A process of cleaning or etching surfaces by blasting them with abrasive material, such as sand, at high pressure.
Sapwood:
The outer, younger part of a tree’s wood, which is usually lighter in color and transports water and nutrients throughout the tree.
Sawhorse:
A frame or stand, typically made of wood or metal, used for supporting material being cut or worked on.
Sawmill:
A facility where logs are cut into lumber, equipped with various sawing machines for processing wood.
Sawzall:
A brand name often used generically to refer to a reciprocating saw, a power tool used for demolition and cutting through materials like wood and metal.
Scissor Jack:
A mechanical jack with a scissor-like mechanism, commonly used for lifting vehicles for tire changes or minor repairs.
Scroll Saw:
A small electric saw with a fine blade for making intricate cuts and curves in wood, metal, or other materials.
Sharpening Stone:
A stone used for grinding and honing the edges of steel tools, such as knives, scissors, and chisels.
Shoe Molding:
A narrow, decorative molding used to cover the gap between the bottom of baseboards and a floor.
Sledge Hammer:
A heavy hammer with a large, flat head, typically used for demolition and driving stakes or wedges.
Sliding Compound Miter Saw:
A versatile power saw that combines the features of a compound miter saw with sliding arms, enabling wider cuts.
Softwood:
Wood from coniferous trees, typically lighter and less dense than hardwood, commonly used in construction and carpentry.
Solder:
A fusible metal alloy used to create a permanent bond between metal workpieces in soldering.
Soldering:
The process of joining two or more items together by melting and flowing a filler metal (solder) into the joint.
Soldering Gun:
A tool used in soldering that quickly heats the solder, designed for easy handling and precise application of heat.
Soldering Iron:
A hand tool with a heated metal tip used for melting solder and joining metal components in electronics and metalwork.
Soldering Sponge:
A sponge used in soldering to clean the tip of the soldering iron, keeping it free of oxidation and contamination.
Soldering Station:
A specialized work station with equipment for soldering, including a soldering iron, holder, and often a sponge for cleaning.
Spade Bit:
A drill bit with a broad, flat blade for boring large holes in wood, also known as a paddle bit.
Spanner:
Another term for a wrench, a tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, and other fixtures.
Speed Square:
A triangular carpentry tool that combines a protractor, try square, and framing square, used for making basic measurements and marks.
Spirit Level:
A tool used to indicate whether a surface is horizontal (level) or vertical (plumb), using a liquid-filled tube with a bubble.
Spokeshave:
A woodworking hand tool with a blade set between two handles, used for shaping and smoothing rods and spindles.
Spring Caliper:
A measuring tool with adjustable legs for measuring the distances or thicknesses of objects, available in inside and outside variants.
Staple Gun:
A handheld mechanical tool for driving heavy metal staples into wood, plastic, or masonry for various fastening purposes.
Straight Peen Hammer:
A type of hammer with a flat striking face and a peen (secondary striking face) that is parallel to the handle.
Swarf:
Fine chips or filings of stone, metal, or other materials produced by a machining process, such as drilling, milling, or grinding.
T
Table Saw:
A woodworking tool consisting of a circular saw blade mounted on an arbor, driven by an electric motor, and protruding through a table surface for cutting wood.
Tape Measure:
A flexible ruler used to measure size or distance, consisting of a ribbon of cloth, plastic, or metal with linear-measurement markings.
Tenon Saw:
A type of backsaw with a stiffened rib on the edge opposite the cutting edge, used for making precise cuts in woodworking, particularly for cutting tenons in mortise and tenon joints.
Thickness Planer:
A woodworking machine that trims boards to a consistent thickness and smooths the surface, ideal for preparing wood for final use.
Tile Bits:
Drill bits specifically designed for drilling into hard tile materials, usually featuring a diamond or carbide tip for durability.
Tile Cutter:
A tool used for making straight cuts in ceramic tiles, often featuring a scoring wheel and a snapping mechanism.
Tin Snips:
A hand tool similar to scissors, used for cutting sheet metal, particularly tin, with sharp, short blades for precision.
Toggle Clamps:
Clamps that use a pivoting arm and a lever system to apply pressure, useful in woodworking and metalworking for securely holding down materials.
Torque:
A measure of the rotational force applied on an object, often used in reference to power tools and automotive applications.
Torx:
A type of screw head characterized by a six-point star-shaped pattern, providing a higher torque level without slippage.
TPI (Teeth Per Inch):
A measurement of the number of teeth in a saw blade within a one-inch length, determining the blade’s cutting aggressiveness and finish.
Trim:
Decorative or finishing elements in construction, such as moldings or baseboards, often requiring precise cutting for aesthetic alignment.
Triple Square:
A type of screw head and corresponding tool design featuring twelve points, resembling three overlapping squares, used for high-torque applications.
Try Square:
A woodworking tool consisting of a metal blade and a wooden or plastic handle, used for marking or measuring right angles.
Twist:
A term often used in woodworking and metalworking to describe the spiral shape of a drill bit or the deformation of materials.
Twist Drill Bit:
A commonly used drill bit for general purpose drilling into metal, wood, or plastic, characterized by its spiral shape.
Two Man Crosscut Saw:
A large saw with handles on both ends, designed for two people to cut through wood, often used for felling trees or cutting logs.
U
Utility Knife:
A versatile cutting tool with a retractable or replaceable blade, commonly used for cutting cardboard, plastic, and other materials.
V
Vernier Caliper:
A precision measuring instrument used to measure internal and external dimensions, featuring a sliding scale for fine adjustments.
Vise Grips:
Adjustable locking pliers that can grip a variety of shapes firmly, often used in metalworking and carpentry.
Voltage (Volt):
A unit of electric potential, representing the pressure that drives electric current through a circuit.
W
Warrington Hammer:
A lightweight hammer with a cross peen on one side, commonly used in woodworking for driving small nails and panel pins.
Wattage (Watt):
A unit of power measurement, representing the rate of energy transfer equivalent to one joule per second.
Wave Soldering:
A bulk soldering process used in electronics to solder multiple electrical components to a printed circuit board simultaneously.
WD40:
A widely-used spray lubricant and solvent, known for its ability to penetrate, loosen, and prevent rust.
Welding:
The process of joining materials, usually metals or thermoplastics, by using high heat to melt the parts together and allowing them to cool, causing fusion.
Wet Tile Saw:
A tool equipped with a water-cooled diamond blade, used for making precise and clean cuts in tile.
Wood Carving:
The art or craft of shaping wood into artistic forms or detailed designs, often using tools like chisels, knives, and gouges.
Wood Grain:
The lines and patterns in wood, created by the arrangement of fibers and growth rings, which can influence its strength and aesthetics.
Wood Lathe:
A machine tool used in woodworking to shape wood by rotating it against various cutting tools.
Workbench:
A sturdy table used in workshops for manual work, often equipped with clamps, vises, and tool holders.
Wrench:
A hand tool used for gripping and turning nuts, bolts, and other fastenings, available in various shapes and sizes.
X
X (Like in 2×4 wood):
A notation used to describe the dimensions of wood lumber, where ‘2×4’ represents a piece of wood nominally 2 inches by 4 inches in cross-section.
Y
Yellow Glue:
A common type of woodworking adhesive, also known as PVA (polyvinyl acetate) glue, known for its strong bond and fast drying time.
Z
Zero-Clearance Insert:
A custom-fit plate placed around the blade of a saw, reducing the gap for cleaner cuts and minimizing tear-out and chip-out.