GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Activate (operating controls)
To move an operating control so that it is in a position that allows the tool to be actuated or that satisfies one require- ment for the tool to be actuated.
Actuate (tool)
To cause movement of the tool component(s) intended to drive a fastener.
Actuation system
The use of a trigger, workpiece contact and/or other operat- ing control, separately or in some combination or sequence, to actuate the tool.
• Single sequential actuation
An actuation system in which there is more than one operating control and the operating controls must be activated in a specific sequence to actuate the tool. Additional actuation can occur when a specific operat- ing control, other than a workpiece contact, is released and
• Contact actuation
An actuation system in which there is more than one operating control and the operating controls can be activated in any sequence to actuate the tool. Addi- tional actuation can occur when any operating control is released and
• Selective actuation
An actuation system that allows discrete selection of two or more of the following actuation systems, single sequential actuation, full sequential actuation or contact actuation. One or more of the selections shall be single sequential actuation or full sequential actuation.
Air inlet port
In an air tool, the opening to which the compressed air supply is connected, usually by means of a threaded fitting.
Fastener
A staple, pin, brad, nail, or other fastening device which is designed and manufactured for use in the tools within the scope of this standard.
Jam
An obstruction in the feed or drive areas of the tool.
Maximum air pressure
The maximum allowable pressure of the compressed air, as specified by the manufacturer, for operating a tool.
Operating control
A control that separately, or as part of an actuation system, can cause the actuation of a tool.
Trigger
A tool operating control activated by a tool operator’s fin- gers.
Workpiece
The intended object into which a fastener is to be driven by a tool.
Workpiece contact
An operating control element or assembly on the tool in- tended to be activated by the material to be fastened.
