Handwheel
Item Name Code (INC) 13379
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An item having a major diameter of 3 or more inches (76.2mm) other than items having spoked or sumulated spoked construction, which may be under 3 inches (76.2mm) designed to be gripped by the hand to transmit rotary motion to other devices through a center axis, fabricated in the form of a solid body with simulated spokes or a recessed surface between the rim and the hub, or it may be built up in the form of a frame having a central hub connected to the rim by the spokes. It may have reference markings in the form of dots, arrows, hairline, etc., to indicate the relative position and/or direction of rotation of the item(s) with which it is used. It may also include an integral ratchet device. For similar items having a maximum diameter of less than 3 inches (76.2mm), see KNOB. For items calibrated in units or series of divisions denoting relative positioning of associated devices, see DIAL (as modified). Excludes STEERING WHEEL.
Additional Information for Handwheel
Handwheels are mechanical devices used to manually control the movement or position of a machine or equipment. They are commonly found in various industrial applications and are often used in conjunction with other components such as shafts, gears, and pulleys.
In the supply class Hardware, Commercial, handwheels are categorized as a type of hardware product. They are specifically designed for commercial use, meaning they are intended for use in professional or business settings rather than for personal or residential use.
Handwheels are typically made from durable materials such as metal or plastic, depending on the specific application and requirements. They are designed to be easy to grip and turn, allowing operators to manually adjust or control the movement of machinery or equipment.
In the supply group Hardware And Abrasives, handwheels are grouped together with other hardware products and abrasives. This suggests that they may be used in conjunction with abrasive materials or processes, or that they may be made from materials that are resistant to abrasion or wear.
Overall, handwheels from the supply class Hardware, Commercial in the supply group Hardware And Abrasives are mechanical devices used for manual control in commercial and industrial applications, and they are designed to be durable and resistant to abrasion.