Question

The flanged tube, mounted on the gang axle between every two discs to retain them at fixed position laterally on the shaft is called ______

(a) Spool

(b) Gang

(c) Bearing

(d) Scraper

This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

This key question is from Harrows in portion Harrows, Cultivators and Intercultural Implements of Farm Machinery

Answer 1

Right option is (a) Spool

Explanation: Spool is just a device for keeping the discs at equal spacing on the axle. It is usually cast in special shapes and sizes and is generally made of cast iron.