valve stem

noun

1. stem ¹( def 14 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of valve stem¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

In this groove is a steel roller upon a pin attached to the bell crank operating the main valve stem.

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Valve stem guides and valve stems must be machined very accurately to insure correct action.

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The amount of clearance allowed depends entirely upon the design of the engine and length of valve stem.

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The stem of the handle has at its lower end a crank bend, which engages with the outer end of the valve stem.

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The eccentric usually conveys its force through a connecting rod to the valve stem, which moves the valve.

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