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mandril

mandril

9.2
A metal rod in a machine that turns and holds larger parts like wheels
  • noun
  • /ˈmændrɪl/
  • Specialized
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  • The technician inserted the mandril into the center of the disc to hold it steady during rotation.

Examples

  • To change the grinding wheel, first remove the mandril from its housing.

  • A worn-out mandril can cause vibration in the machine, affecting precision.

  • The mandril is essential for the lathe's operation.

  • We need to replace the old mandril in the machine.

  • The technician inserted the mandril into the center of the disc to hold it steady during rotation.

  • A worn-out mandril can cause vibration in the machine, affecting precision.

  • To change the grinding wheel, first remove the mandril from its housing.

Synonyms

spindle
vsmandril
  • Specialized
3 6.7

A central rod that turns and supports other machine parts

highlights support and axis role rather than transmitting power
arbor
vsmandril
  • Specialized
1 9.6

A metal rod that turns and holds machine parts

focuses more on acting as an axis for larger rotating parts
mandrel
vsmandril
  • Specialized
9.9

A metal rod that holds and turns a machine part like a wheel

is the same meaning but stressed for machinery use
rotating shaft
vsmandril
  • Specialized
4.4

A rod that turns to move parts in a machine

emphasizes support of rotating parts as an axis rather than power transfer

Surface Forms

mandril singular
mandrils plural

Etymology

Mandril is a variant of the older tool name mandrel, which came into English from French and long meant a small shaft or hand tool. Think of a mandril as the central 'axis' or 'spindle' that holds a part while it turns, which is why it means a rotating 'shaft' that supports larger parts.