单词 | throat space |
释义 | > as lemmasthroat space 17. In a band saw: the space between the blade and the upright column supporting the horizontal arm from which the blade extends downwards, through which material passes when being cut. Also: the corresponding space in a similarly constructed machine or tool (such as a drill press, sewing machine, etc.). Frequently attributive, as throat space, throat width, etc.Often with measurement specifying the horizontal distance from the blade, drill bit, etc., to the upright column. ΚΠ 1899 Official Gaz. (U.S. Patent Office) 31 Jan. 728/1 A lumber-guide adjustable to vary the width of the lumber throat or passage-way between the saw and its upper supporting-wheel. 1915 Iron Age 2 Dec. 1339/1 One single-ended geared punching machine with 26-in. throat. 1923 Iron Age 15 Mar. 768/1 The throat space is 10 in. deep and 6 in. high. 1970 Pop. Sci. Sept. 24/3 What continues to please me most about the tool is that 18″ throat; I'd been working with an 11″ machine that often proved restrictive. 2011 M. Shepler & R. K. Brent Compl. Idiot's Guide Sewing ii. 22 A large throat is helpful when sewing bulky fabrics and large projects like quilts. < as lemmas |
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