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drawbolt

noun

Etymology

From draw + bolt.

  1. derived from *bʰūs-✻
  2. derived from *buzdô✻
  3. derived from bulter
  4. derived from bulten
  5. compounded as drawbolt — “draw + bolt”

Definitions

  1. A type of bolt with a threaded end that can be tightened to pull connected parts closer…

    A type of bolt with a threaded end that can be tightened to pull connected parts closer together and to increase tension.

    • When changing from one diameter to another, it is necessary to change both the drawbolt and outer sleeve.
    • Then tighten the drawbolt one additional turn to make the punch bite into the metal.
    • Tough joints for heavy jobs, such as workbenches are obtained by the use of drawbolts (Fig. 13-8).

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