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Not all drill bits have a smooth shank. While they all have a circular cross-section, some of them have a threaded shank. Known as threaded shank drill bits, they are used to create holes in objects and materials. Threaded shank … Read More

Rust can compromise the integrity of any metal part, including aircraft parts. Also known as iron oxide, it involves the oxidation of iron molecules. When iron moles are exposed to oxygen, such as oxygen in the air or water, a … Read More

You can’t ignore the minimum efficiency reporting value (MERV) when shopping for an air filter. Air filters aren’t limited to air conditioning systems and furnaces. You can also find them in automobiles, machines and even airplanes. Regardless of the type, … Read More

Sheet metal screws offer a convenient fastening solution for metal sheets. They feature a threaded shank with a pointed tip. Using a sheet metal screw, you can fasten metal sheets. However, there are several common myths about sheet metal screws … Read More

Washers are commonly used to distribute the load of threaded fasteners. When you drive a threaded washer through two or more parts, the load will be focused directly below the head. This concentrated tension can damage parts, which is where … Read More

Solid rivets play an important role in the aerospace industry. Consisting of a cylindrical shaft and a mushroom-shaped head, they are designed to permanently hold two or more parts together. A hole is initially drilled through the parts, after which … Read More

Modern-day airplanes are fitted with a variety of lights. In addition to flashing strobe lights, for instance, most of them feature beacon lamps. What are beacon lamps exactly, and why do airplanes have them? What Are Beacon Lamps? Beacon lamps … Read More

Anti-seize lubricant plays an important role in protecting fasteners and parts from damage. Bolts, screws and nuts will create friction with the parts with which they are used. If left unchecked, this friction can result in damage in the form … Read More

Ring terminals offer a simple and effective way to connect electrical cables to circuit points. Also known as ring connectors, they feature a tube-shaped conductive insert on one end and a conductive ring on the other end. After stripping the … Read More