TOOLS AND MATERIALS IN MAKING

ELECTRICAL GADGETS
Quarter : TLE 6 INDUSTRIAL ARTS
Mrs. Samantha Joy L. Abuan
REVIEW
Read and carefully understand the statements
below.
CHOOSE the letter of the correct answer.
1. Which of the following finishing materials can be
used to enhance the materials durability, and
marketability?
a. paint
b. varnish
c. shellac
d. all of the above
2. It is used for smoothing rough surface of
objects?
A. glue
B. paint
C. sandpaper
D. shellac
3. It gives the wood a shiny glow & prevents the wood
from absorbing the water, which can cause it to swell, rot
and smell quite badly.
A. paint
B. varnish
C. shellac
D. glue
4. Peter wants to give woodwork and furniture a rich,
antique appearance. Which of the following material
should be used?
A. glue
B. paint
C. sandpaper
D. shellac
5. Which of the following materials enhance the
natural beauty of the woodand make one wood type
look like another?
A. paint
B. shellac
C. stain
D. varnish
Identify the following
electrical appliances.
 ELECTRICITY

Nowadays, households in
our community are
equipped with appliances
and gadgets powered by
electricity.
OBJECTIVES
1. Identify materials and tools needed in
making simple electrical gadgets.
2. Discuss the importance of using
appropriate materials and tools in making
simple electrical gadgets.
3. Observe safety and health habits in
making simple electrical gadgets.
Unlocking of
Difficulties
Tools
a device or implement,
especially one held in the
hand, used to carry out a
particular function
Materials
the matter from
which a thing is or
can be made
Electrical
materials related to
electricity or produce
electricity.
Gadgets
small device with a
practical use, can be
electrical or electronic
device.
 Give examples of
appliances that you
can
see in your homes.
Can you identify the
following tools &
materials in making
electrical gadgets?
Why is it important to
use the right tools and
materials in making
simple electrical
gadget?
 How are these
materials
and tools used?
TOOLS
IN MAKING ELECTRICAL
GADGETS
Combination Pliers

used to twist,
cut, hold and pick
electrical wire or
tie wires.
Side cutter Pliers
used to cut electrical
wires or tie wires
used in skinning
small wires.
 Long
Slide Titlenose Pliers
used to hold, cut,
twist or pick up small
objects in a limited
space.
 Tester
an instrument used
to test if there is a
flow of electricity in
the connection is
made.
SlideScrewdrivers
Title

used in tightening
and loosening screws.
It has 2 kinds: flat
and Phillips.
Wire strippers/splicer
use to take off a portion at
the end of the wire before it is
connected to terminals
Remove insulation from the
wire to make connection.
 Soldering gun / iron
used to join two tiny
metallic parts (television & radio spare parts)

used to tap connection of wire

that is usually accompanied with
soldering lead
Hammer
used to fasten
nail through the
wood, bamboo or
concrete wall.
MATERIAL
S
IN MAKING ELECTRICAL
GADGETS
Electrical wires
used making electrical
connections.
comes with different
gauge or sizes.
Convenience outlet
has two or three holes
for the plug.
used to connect
electrical appliances.
Male plug
is attached to one end of
a gadget
device inserted in a
female socket to make an
electrical connection
Female plug
is a type of socket
into which a male
connector can be
inserted.
Electrical tapes
is used to
protect electrical
wiring for
insulations.
 Fluorescent lamp
a very bright, usually tube-
shaped electric light used in
offices
 Ballast
a part of a fluorescent lamp
that connects the starter and the
other set of the fluorescent’s
terminal.
It is the functional heart of a
fluorescent
 Starter
a part of a fluorescent lamp
that connects the ballast and
the other set of the
fluorescent’s terminal.
glow starters
Proper Care
of Tools
Proper care of tools
1. Use tools for their
intended purpose only.
2. Clean the tools
immediately after using
them.
Proper care of tools
3. Keep tools in their
proper places.
4. Always cover sharp
and pointed tools.
Proper care of tools
5. Be sure that the tools
and materials are in good
working condition before
using them.
Proper care of tools
6. Handle and use
the tools properly
 Let’s Try
Each will be given specific time to do their task
and to present their works after the given time.
Act 3
Act 4
What are the tools
and materials
needed in making
simple electrical
gadgets?
 What are the
importance in using
the right tools and
materials in making
electrical gadgets?
 Give some safety
rules on how to take
good care of the tools
and materials used in
making electrical
gadgets.
 Assessment
Choose the letter of the
correct answer.
Act 1
Act
2
1. An electrical tool which is used to twist,
hold, pick or splice an electrical wire.?

A. tester C. screwdriver

B. Combination D. long nose

pliers pliers
2. What do you call a special tool that is
used to strip or remove insulation from
wires?

A. hammer C. screwdriver

B. pliers D. Wire stripper

3. It is a device used to test if there is a
flow of current in electrical wires or
cables.

A. tester C. pliers

B. Male plug D. hammer

4. It is a tool used in tightening
and loosening screws.

A. hammer C. screwdriver

B. pliers D. Wire stripper

5. If you saw an open wire, what should
you use to wrap it so that it cannot cause
injury?

A. plastic wrapper C. rubber band

B. electrical tape D. cardboard

 Assignment
List down and draw the
tools and materials used in
making electrical gadgets.