Marking Out

• What is the purpose of a Steel rule in marking out?

  To measure and check measurements
• How do the marks on a Steel rule assist in measurements?

  They start at the edge for accurate measuring
• What is a scriber used for?

  Marking out metal
• What is the function of an engineer's square?

  To mark out and test right angles
• What are the two parts of an engineer's square?

  Stock and blade
• Why is the blade of an engineer's square hardened and tempered?

  To resist damage during use
• What is the primary use of a try square?

  Marking lines at right angles
• How is the woodworker's try square constructed?

  With a stock and blade riveted at 90°
• What material is the blade of a try square made from?

  Hardened and tempered steel
• What is the purpose of a marking knife?

  To cut marks across wood fibers
• What is an OHP pen used for?

  Marking on plastic
• How are spring dividers used?

  For drawing circles and transferring measurements
• What is a sliding bevel also known as?

  Bevel gauge
• What is the function of a sliding bevel?

  To set and transfer angles
• What materials are typically used for the handle of a sliding bevel?

  Wood or plastic
• How do odd leg callipers function?

  One end is fixed while the other scribes
• What is Engineers Blue used for?

  Marking out in metalworking
• What is the composition of marking blue?

  Prussian blue mixed with methylated spirits
• Why is making a dent before drilling important?

  It prevents the drill bit from slipping
• What is a centre punch made from?

  Mild steel
• What is the point of a centre punch ground to?

  90°
• What is a bradawl used for?

  Making a small dent hole in wood
• How does a bradawl assist in drilling?

  It creates a pilot hole for the drill bit