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Keywords: Faucet, Shaft, Washer, Rod, Valve
The rod connecting the disc to the lever on a valve.( 055)
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Part of the faucet that holds the handle on one end and the washer on the other.
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(or winding-stem) The shaft that connects the crown to the movement. Used to wind the watch and set the hands. The part that breaks when you force open a swing-out case without pulling out the crown.
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The stem is the winding shaft that connects a watch's movement to the winding and setting mechanism.
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The rod or shaft transmitting motion from an operator (handwheel or gear operator) to the closure element of the valve.
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Projects through the faucet valve and to which the handle is installed. A small shaft or rod.
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The shaft that moves the plug from or onto the valve seat.
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Shaft connection between winding mechanism and crown on outside of case.
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The portion of the handle of a faucet that turns on the water.
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A small shaft or rod that projects through the faucet valve and to which the handle is installed.
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A compression type valving that uses a rotary downward force to shut off incoming water. The stem and bonnet can be made from plastic or metal. A rubber seat washer is attached to the end of the stem and provides a leak proof seal against the seat in the underbody.
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shaft, support.
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