Hand Tools and File Types Quiz

Identify the hammer type that features a rounded face used for shaping metal and is often utilized in blacksmithing.

Which type of vice is designed for holding small workpieces and is commonly used for detailed tasks?

Which of the following tools is characterized by two curved arms that measure internal and external dimensions?

Which type of punch is specifically used to create a hole for a rivet or to create indentation?

What is the purpose of a hollow punch?

What dimension should the piece of material be cut to when starting the procedure?

Which tool is primarily used to ensure that the sides are square after cutting?

What is the purpose of a dot punch in this process?

How should the two adjacent sides of the material be positioned when working with a bench vice?

What type of file is typically used first for finishing the surfaces after the initial filing?

Which classification of file is used according to its shape?

What distinguishes a double-cut file from a single-cut file?

In the context of file classification, what does 'number of cuts' refer to?

File Types

Types of files can be categorized by size, shape, cut, and brand
File sizes range from 100mm to 450mm
File shapes include Flat files, Square files, Hand files, Triangular files, Round files, Half Round files, & Knife Edge files
File cuts include Single cut, Rasp cut, Double cut, Spiral cut, and Curve cut
File brands include Rough file, Bastard file, Second cut file, Smooth file, and Super smooth file

Files

Parts of a file include the point, face, length, heel, and shoulders
Types of files include the Cut file, Double cut file, and Flat file

Hand Tool Types

Types of hand tools include vices, hacksaws, hammers, punches, callipers, and steel rules

Vices

Vice types include: Bench Vice, Machine Vice, Pipe Vice, Hand Vice, Leg Vice, and Pin Vice
Key components of a vice include: Handles, Stand, Jaws, and a Fixed block

Hacksaws

Hacksaws are used to cut metal
Hacksaw types include: Solid Hacksaws, Fixed Hacksaws, Adjustable Hacksaws, and Deep Hacksaws
Hacksaw components include: Blade, Frame, and a Handle

Hammers

Types of Hammers include: Ball peen hammer, Cross peen hammer, and Straight peen hammer
Hammer components include: Head, Body, Neck, Face, and Handle

Punches

Types of punches include: Dot Punch, Center Punch, Split Punch, Bell Punch, Pick Punch, and Hollow Punch

Callipers

Types of Callipers include: Inside Callipers, Outside Callipers, and Square Callipers
Callipers measure distances

Steel Rules

Steel rules measure lengths

Test your knowledge on different types of hand tools and file categories. This quiz covers file sizes, shapes, cuts, and brands, as well as various hand tool types and specific vices. Assess your understanding of essential tools used in metalworking and other tasks.