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Bearings and Bushings
Bearings and bushings support rotating shafts and reduce friction between moving parts. They are ...
1/4-20 Hardware
1/4-20 hardware is commonly used in FRC for high-load applications where additional strength is n...
10-32 Hardware
10-32 is the most common fastener size used in FRC. It provides a good balance of strength, weigh...
Clothing and Hair
Appropriate clothing and hair management are essential for maintaining a safe working environment...
When to use which material
Each material used in FRC has distinct mechanical and manufacturing properties that determine how...
Plywood
Plywood is a layered wood composite made by pressing thin sheets of wood veneer together with alt...
SRPP (Glass-Filled Polypropylene)
SRPP is a glass-filled polypropylene sheet material commonly used in FRC, often supplied or popul...
Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate (often called “polycarb”) is a tough, transparent plastic widely used in FRC for pr...
Steel
Steel is a strong, heavy metal sometimes used in FRC for high-strength or wear-resistant applicat...
Preventing Broken Taps (Conclusion)
Preventing broken taps comes down to control, preparation, and patience. Key Habits Drill t...
Cutting Fluid
Cutting fluid is a lubricant used during drilling and tapping to reduce friction and heat. Why...
Using a Hand Tap
A hand tap is a tool used to cut internal threads into a drilled hole so that a screw or bolt can...
Tap Drill Hole Sizes
Page — Tap Drill Hole Sizes (10-32 and 1/4-20) Before tapping a hole, the correct drill bit diam...
General Overview
A tapped hole is a drilled hole that has internal threads cut into it so a screw or bolt can be d...
Common Mistakes
Rivets are simple to install, but small errors can lead to weak joints, misalignment, or failed a...
Rivet Guns
A rivet gun is a tool used to install blind rivets in FRC. It works by pulling a mandrel through ...
Sizes and Grip Range
Blind rivets are a common fastening method in FRC used to join sheet metal, gussets, and extrusio...
Blind Rivets
Blind rivets (also called “pop rivets”) are a common fastening method in FRC used to join materia...
Why FRC Teams Use Rivets
Rivets are permanent mechanical fasteners commonly used in FRC for joining thin materials such as...
Proper Feed Pressure and Speed
Proper feed pressure and drill speed are important for producing clean holes, extending tool life...