Workshop parts in English, with pictures
This page teaches common mechanical parts and hardware items found in a workshop. Try labeling real tools or spare hardware in your garage to practice them.
valve
/vælv/
A mechanical device that opens and closes to control liquid or gas flow.
“Turn the red valve to stop water flowing into the pipe.”
pulley
/ˈpʊli/
A grooved wheel that holds a rope to lift heavy loads easily.
“He used a rope and pulley to lift the heavy motor.”
piston
/ˈpɪstən/
A metal cylinder that slides back and forth inside an engine chamber.
“The mechanic replaced a broken piston inside the car engine.”
bracket
/ˈbrækɪt/
A metal L-shaped support piece used to attach shelves to a wall.
“Screw the steel bracket tightly into the wall to hold the shelf.”
/sprɪŋ/
A twisted metal coil that bounces back after you press or pull it.
“The metal spring pushed the lever back into place.”
cable tie
/ˈkeɪ.bəl taɪ/
A plastic strap that locks tightly around wires to keep them neat.
“Use a plastic cable tie to bundle these loose cords.”
clamp
/klæmp/
A tool used to hold two pieces of material firmly together.
“Tighten the clamp until the glued wood dries completely.”
drill bit
/drɪl bɪt/
A sharp metal tip fitted into a power tool to make holes.
“Choose a smaller drill bit to make a pilot hole.”
/ɡɪər/
A toothed wheel that turns another to change speed or direction.
“The small gear turns the larger wheel inside the machine.”
