Tool, Mechanical Device, Clevis

Name/Title

Tool, Mechanical Device, Clevis

Entry/Object ID

I86

Description

One heavy u-shaped iron clevis with a threaded socket at the base; the socket has a rounded cap and a hexagonal neck. Sides of the "u" are flat and spaced closer together at top than at the base; both sides have disk-like tops pierced by holes through which a bolt could pass.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

"PAT AP"

Notes

The inscription is embossed on the neck of the socket.

Transcription

"1826"

Notes

The inscription is embossed on the rim of the socket.

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Clevis

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Mechanical Devices

Nomenclature Class

Mechanical T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology

Search Terms

CLEVIS, CLEVIS, Science & Technology T&E

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Tool, Clevis

Dimensions

Height

23.2 cm

Width

9.1 cm

Depth

7.8 cm

Material

metal, cast iron, m�tal, fonte