Power Tools identification Test
Questions & Answers
DC power Correct Ans-electrical power tools operate either on "alternating current" or
"direct current" AC= wall plugs; DC= battery power
GFCI Correct Ans-power tools should be operated on a GFI protected circuit
drill chuck "JAWS" Correct Ans-the locking part of the chuck that secures drill bits and driver
bits
POWER on/off switch Correct Ans-before you plug any power tool into it's power source,
double-check the power switch is turned OFF
Drill press Correct Ans-a machine tool for drilling holes, set on a fixed stand.
air compressor Correct Ans-Either an electrically powered motor or gas-powered that drives
a piston. The piston repeatedly draws in air and compresses it, driving the air into a holding tank
Trigger Lock Correct Ans-these should never be used, as they often lead to injuries.
manufacturers are phasing these out on newer models of tools.
Bench Grinder Correct Ans-the adjustable tool rest should be 1/8" from the wheel. various
wheels can be used for polishing, brushing/cleaning or grinding/sharpening many objects.
impact driver Correct Ans-designed to install screws with considerable force & "ratcheting"
action
, pneumatic drill Correct Ans-used in locations where electricity is not available, or air-power
is largely used.
pallet jack Correct Ans-Also known as a pallet truck, a device used to lift and move heavy or
stacked pallets. Hydraullic power tool
3/8" VSR keyless, corded drill Correct Ans-corded electric drill with a keyless 3/8" chuck, a
"variable speed, reversible" trigger
1/2" HD drill Correct Ans-corded electric drill with keyed 1/2" chuck, designed for larger &
longer drill bits
Right Angle drill or "Hole Hawg" Correct Ans-corded electric drill with right-angle chuck,
geared low for strenuous work
forstner bit Correct Ans-drill bit for flat-bottomed holes, or through framing members for
piping
auger bit Correct Ans-A drill bit that bores larger holes and has a long deep spiral flute for
easy chip removal. Are made only for wood, which they cut much faster than twist drills.
paddle bit Correct Ans-drill bit in similar shape as an oar on a boat. inexpensive, for larger
diameters, easier to maintain sharpened edge.
Brad or "Pin" nailer (nail gun) Correct Ans-shoots slender, straight nails of varying length.
what you might assemble a picture frame with.
belt sander Correct Ans-this sander is used to remove large amounts of wood quickly it is the
most dangerous portable hand sander
Questions & Answers
DC power Correct Ans-electrical power tools operate either on "alternating current" or
"direct current" AC= wall plugs; DC= battery power
GFCI Correct Ans-power tools should be operated on a GFI protected circuit
drill chuck "JAWS" Correct Ans-the locking part of the chuck that secures drill bits and driver
bits
POWER on/off switch Correct Ans-before you plug any power tool into it's power source,
double-check the power switch is turned OFF
Drill press Correct Ans-a machine tool for drilling holes, set on a fixed stand.
air compressor Correct Ans-Either an electrically powered motor or gas-powered that drives
a piston. The piston repeatedly draws in air and compresses it, driving the air into a holding tank
Trigger Lock Correct Ans-these should never be used, as they often lead to injuries.
manufacturers are phasing these out on newer models of tools.
Bench Grinder Correct Ans-the adjustable tool rest should be 1/8" from the wheel. various
wheels can be used for polishing, brushing/cleaning or grinding/sharpening many objects.
impact driver Correct Ans-designed to install screws with considerable force & "ratcheting"
action
, pneumatic drill Correct Ans-used in locations where electricity is not available, or air-power
is largely used.
pallet jack Correct Ans-Also known as a pallet truck, a device used to lift and move heavy or
stacked pallets. Hydraullic power tool
3/8" VSR keyless, corded drill Correct Ans-corded electric drill with a keyless 3/8" chuck, a
"variable speed, reversible" trigger
1/2" HD drill Correct Ans-corded electric drill with keyed 1/2" chuck, designed for larger &
longer drill bits
Right Angle drill or "Hole Hawg" Correct Ans-corded electric drill with right-angle chuck,
geared low for strenuous work
forstner bit Correct Ans-drill bit for flat-bottomed holes, or through framing members for
piping
auger bit Correct Ans-A drill bit that bores larger holes and has a long deep spiral flute for
easy chip removal. Are made only for wood, which they cut much faster than twist drills.
paddle bit Correct Ans-drill bit in similar shape as an oar on a boat. inexpensive, for larger
diameters, easier to maintain sharpened edge.
Brad or "Pin" nailer (nail gun) Correct Ans-shoots slender, straight nails of varying length.
what you might assemble a picture frame with.
belt sander Correct Ans-this sander is used to remove large amounts of wood quickly it is the
most dangerous portable hand sander
