Chapter 15 Flashcards
(42 cards)
The motor of the machines are actually located in the
Hand-piece
The smaller micrometers are battery operated. These models are small, compact, and powerful
But some much less torque
That can damage the natural nail, micro shatter the monomer and polymer products
Tremendous amounts of vibration
Determine the authenticity of a machine by
Its price
Speed is defined in ….. this is the number of times the bit turns in a complete circle in 1 min
Revolutions per minute ( rpm )
…… is the power in the machine or its ability to keep turning when applying pressure during filing
Torque
Most manufacturers can service and return your machine within
A week to 10 days
Is the tightness of the inside of the shank where the bit fits into the hand piece
Tolerance
The hand piece should weight approximately…… and have no ….
4 to 6 ounces , vibration
Terms and conditions of the warranty will vary, but most manufactures will fix or replace a malfunctioning electric file …. Purchase at no cost to you
Within a year
Repetitive motions of any type, including motions used while electric filing, can cause repetitive trauma disorders …..
Such as cdt
Concentric bits are balanced bits that do not wobble or vibrate , some ppl refer to concentric bits as being
Centered
Grit is measured by the
Number of abrasives particles per square inch
Are long slender cuts or grooves found on a carbide bit
Flutes
There are 4 types of carbide bits :
traditional , one way , cross cuts , and pointed flutes
Traditional carbide must be used
From right to left with the machine in forward rotation
Are grooves carved into the nail by filing with bits at the incorrect angle
Rings of fire
Shorter , cone shaped bit is designed w a flat top and can be used to shape the top surface of the nail and to cut maintenance on small nails at a flat angle
Tapered barrel
This slim, long, tapered and ….. can be used at the cuticle and underneath the nail
And pointed bit , cone shaped bits
The under the nail cleaner bit (unc) is a small, pointed bit that can be used for tight spaces such under the nail, side walls , and for
Making designer holes in nails
The bullet bit is a small , slender bit that in available in a flat topped or ……
Round tip version and is similar to the unc bit
Maintenance bits are
Small 1/4 or medium 1/2
High shine bits , sometimes called …… are usually made of …….
Buffer bits , made of natural chamois, cotton, or soft leathered material
Pedicure bits are used on
A slow or medium speed