Knock-Down Fittings (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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What are knock-down fittings?
What are knock-down fittings?
Hardware for assembling/disassembling furniture safely
Cam lock fittings definition
Cam lock fittings definition
Knock-down fitting using rotating mechanism to fasten parts
Connector bolts purpose
Connector bolts purpose
Join two wood pieces, found in flat-pack furniture
Dowels definition
Dowels definition
Rods (wood/plastic/metal) to strengthen joints/connect materials
Purpose of knock-down fittings
Purpose of knock-down fittings
Join panels of wood or other boards
When cam lock fittings are used
When cam lock fittings are used
Where parts need quick assembly/disassembly without damage
Where connector bolts are found
Where connector bolts are found
In flat-pack furniture for easy, secure connections
What dowels add to joints
What dowels add to joints
Strength; easy and quick for strong connections
Cost-effectiveness advantage of KD fittings
Cost-effectiveness advantage of KD fittings
Lowers cost due to easy assembly and disassembly
Ease of transport advantage of KD fittings
Ease of transport advantage of KD fittings
Makes packing/moving easier as flat-pack items
Flexibility advantage of KD fittings
Flexibility advantage of KD fittings
Allows simple changes in furniture setup
Installation complexity of KD fittings
Installation complexity of KD fittings
Generally simple with basic tools