Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 2:09 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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T-PieceSimple connection device to allow a pressure gauge, for example, to be connected into a pipe or fuel line. |
TACHTachometer |
TachometerA meter for measuring the speed of rotation of a component or device. Used to describe the on and off vehicle instruments that measure engine speed. |
TackThe stickiness of a paint film or an adhesive. The time it takes for an air-drying paint to reach a tack-free state. |
Tack Cloth or RagA cloth coated with a non-contaminating sticky substance used to remove dirt and lint prior to painting. |
Tack Coat (grip coat)The first sprayed coat of colour, applied lightly and allowed to flash-off only until it is quite sticky. |
Tack-free TimeAn indicator of a coating's hardness development. The surface of the film will not finger mark, yet the film is still not dry and hard throughout. |
Tandem Master CylinderA brake master cylinder with two separate pumping chambers. Used for split circuit brake hydraulic systems. |
TangA projection or lug used to hold or drive an attached part. Tang on a file to hold the handle. |
Tank SenderA unit in the fuel tank that indicates the fuel level. |