Monday, 6 May 2024, 6:09 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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BalancerAdditive used to balance colour formulae in proportion to size and pigment-to-binder ratio. |
Balk RingA component of a synchromesh gear hub that provides a cone clutch and guidance of the outer hub to the gear dog teeth. |
Ball BearingA bearing consisting of inner and outer tracks with a series of ball bearings in between. A single surface hardened steel ball. |
Ball FlangeFlexible exhaust connection. |
Ball JointsJoints that allow movement for suspension and steering. |
Ball PivotA pivot that allows movement in several directions. |
Ball ValveA simple valve that is closed off as a ball moves. |
Ballast ResistorElectrical resistor used in low tension circuit to regulate ignition coil output when the engine is running and is by-passed during starting to give an increased spark voltage for cold starting. |
BandwidthThe maximum amount of information (bits/second) that can be transmitted along a channel. |
Banjo JointA hydraulic joint consisting of a hollow through bolt and a hose connector that looks like a banjo and from which it gets its name. |