Which of the following nuts is used in a bench vice?

Which of the following nuts is used in a bench vice? Correct Answer Box nut

Explanation:

  • Vices are used for holding the work-pieces.  
  • The following are the parts of a vice.
  • A fixed jaw, movable jaw, hard jaws, spindle, handle, box-nut, and spring are the parts of a vice.
  • The box-nut and the spring are the internal parts.
  • The box nut or replaceable nut of a bench vice is made up of phosphorous bronze.

Slotted/Castle nut:

  • It consists of a hexagonal portion with a cylindrical upper part which is slotten inline with the centre of each face.
  • The split pin passes through two slots in the nut and a hole in the bolt so that a positive lock is obtained unless the pin shears.
  • It is extensively used on the jobs subjected to sudden shocks and considerable vibrations.

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