TURNBUCKLE

A device that applies tension to ropes or wires by the use of opposing screw threaded terminals, tapped into a central frame.

turnbuckle device ropes screw

Related Terms

A device for producing a deliberate pressure drop or resistance in a line by reducing the cross-sectional flow area.

restrictor pressure_drop pressure device flow line resistance drop

Device to stop unit, equipment or system if unsafe pressure and/or temperatures and/or dangerous conditions are reached.

safety_control pressure device system equipment stop

A factory-encased assembly of elements whereby the temperature of air passing through the device is reduced.

air_cooler device temperature air assembly

The porous device that performs the actual process of filtration. Also known as Cartridge

filter element cartridge porous_device device process

A device which converts mechanical force and motion into pneumatic flow power.

compressor mechanical_force pneumatic device flow force motion mechanical

A device to transfer heat from a low temperature to a high temperature medium.

refrigerator device temperature heat transfer high low

A device permitting air movement between atmosphere and the component in/ on which it is installed.

air_breather device air atmosphere component movement

A refrigeration device cooling or heating air.

air_conditioner device refrigeration cooling heating

A device which converts mechanical energy, into alternating current.

alternator mechanical_energy current device alternating mechanical

A device for hoisting and lowering heavy weights, cargo, stores, etc

derrick device hoisting lowering heavy weight cargo store