Monday, 29 April 2024, 3:02 PM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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Crimped JointTermination of cables by squashing tabs on the terminal around the cable. |
CrimpingThe process of compressing materials to make a join. Usually refers to squeezing a terminal to secure it to a wire. |
Crocodile ClipHand operated clip that, like a crocodile, bites under spring pressure to make a contact. Also alligator clip. |
Cross MemberA chassis or support member that runs across a vehicle frame or chassis. |
Cross-Coat (double-header)A method of paint application often used with high solids paint. The technique involves a side-to-side application followed by a top-to-bottom application with very little flash-off time. Also used by some refinishers when they apply 'drop coats' in more than one direction to eliminate striping in metallic and pearlescent finishes. |
Cross-draft BoothA spray booth in which air movement is horizontal from end to end, i.e. fresh (may be heated) air enters at the front of the booth and is extracted at the rear Not considered to be as efficient as downdraught extraction |
Cross-pin (Hooke's) JointType of universal joint with a cross pin and two yokes. |
Cross-plyForm of tyre construction in which the casing plies are laid diagonally so that each ply lies at an included angle, usually of more than 40 degrees, to the adjacent ply. |
Cross-sectionThe area exposed if a cut were to be made through the centre of an object. |
Cross-shaftsGeneral term used to describe shafts which are fitted across units rather than along or axially. |