Meaning of camout | Babel Free

Definitions

An instance in which a screwdriver slips out of the head of a screw due to excessive torque being applied; an instance of camming out.

Examples

“Phillips screw heads are known to be prone to camouts.”

“All tests proved positive: camouts (run outs) were reduced, panel damage was cut by at least 50 percent, stick fit was achieved, productivity increased, and service people reported they preferred the new screws[.]”

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