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Spring clamps have become a popular alternative to screw or “worm gear” clamps. Like all clamps, they provide a clamping mechanism that applies pressure on an object. Fluid hoses, for instance, often require one or more clamps to prevent leaks. … Read More

Blind rivets offer a convenient fastening solution for aerospace parts. Like all rivets, they are designed to permanently secure multiple objects together. They are mechanical fasteners that, when installed, hold objects together. Blind rivets, however, only require access to one … Read More

From construction and agriculture automotive and aerospace, washers play an important role in many different industries. They are used in conjunction with a threaded fastener. Placing a threaded fastener through a washer will help to distribute its load across a … Read More

A drill bit is a rotary cutting tool used in a wide range of industries. Featuring a circular cross-section, it’s used to create holes in workpieces and objects. You can attach a drill bit to a power drill, after which … Read More

Bearings play an important role in many machines. They are used to reduce friction between moving parts, including shafts and axles. With bearings, machinery parts such as these encounter less resistance when moving. There are different types of bearings, however, … Read More

Anti-seize products offer a convenient and effective way to protect fasteners from seizing. Consisting of a grease-like compound, it’s designed to create a barrier between fasteners and parts. There are different types of anti-seize, however, two of the most common … Read More

Not all aircraft paint is the same. There are many different types of aircraft paint, one of the most important being engine enamel. It’s commonly used on turbofans, turbojets and turboprops. To learn more about engine enamel paint and how … Read More

A screw’s thread pitch plays an important role in its holding power. Screws with a fine thread pitch typically have greater holding power than those with a coarser thread pitch. What is thread pitch exactly, and how does it affect … Read More

They may not be the most talked-about components in aviation, but aerospace grommets play a crucial role in protecting parts from damage. Also known as eyelets, they consist of a ring-shaped piece of material. Grommets are designed to reinforce holes … Read More