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FIIG:  A524P0

Entry Date:  Apr-01-1974

Concept:  

Status:  A

Applicability:  

Type:  0

Definition:  A rigid item usually in the form of an arm of various shapes and cross sections, containing two or more holes so spaced that one serves as a pivot with or without hubs and must have a definite means for securing to a shaft (such as threaded hole for set-screw, keyway(s), splines, serrations or some clamping device). The other hole(s) connect(s) to CONNECTING LINK, RIGID; WIRE ROPE ASSEMBLY, SINGLE LEG; or CLEVIS, ROD END; to provide transmission of movement to other parts of the mechanism. See also BELL CRANK. For manually operated items see LEVER, MANUAL CONTROL.

Basic INC:  70159

Basic Name:  LEVER

Description:  1. (Mechanical) A rigid item capable of turning about one point, or axis, and in which are two or more other points where forces are applied. It is designed for use on mechanical assemblies to transmit or modify force and motion. Excludes: ARM (as modified); and BELL CRANK.