T-handles are your best bet when looking for an ergonomic control mechanism. They come in a T-shaped form that is both intuitive and simple to operate. You can get a hold on the top of a T-handle, and then you can spin it to activate the machine to which it is linked. T-handles are available in a variety of configurations, but they all have same basic design.
#1) Studded
A stud insert is what sets apart studded T-handles from other types of T handles. A threaded rod that is fastened to the bottom of the handle constitutes the stud insert. T-handles that have studs embedded in them are intended for use with machines or other work pieces that have threaded holes.
#2) Tapped
In addition to that, there are tapped T-handles. The stud insert is not present in a T-handle that has been tapped. Instead, the base of the handle is threaded, which means that there is a threaded hole in it. Tapped T-handles are put to use in situations in which the machine or workpiece in question contains a bolt or some other type of threaded fastener. You can attach a T-handle that has been tapped to a threaded fastener by twisting the two together.
#3) Locking
You could come across T-handles with locks on them. Locking T-handles are T-handles that already have a lock installed in them, as their name indicates. In most cases, the coil may be found in the middle of the handle. You can turn to lock T-handles when they are in their default state, which is unlocked. You’ll be able to lock it in place after it’s in the right spot you’ve determined. A key lock is typically seen on locking T-handles. It is possible to lock it into place by inserting a key into the middle and then spinning the key to secure it.
#4) Extra-Clearance
Extra clearance is yet another typical kind of T-handle. Extra-clearance T-handles was developed specifically for use in situations when there is a restricted amount of space available. Every T-handle takes up more room. Extra-clearance T-handles are simply more compact than their counterparts, which enables them to take up less space. The grip is still in the form of a T, but it is shorter in length than the majority of other T-handles.
#5) Through-Hole
Last but not least, there is through-hole T-handles. T-handles with through-holes feature a threaded hole that travels through the handle. They are comparable to tapped T-handles in appearance. T-handles can be either through-hole or tapped, and each kind has a threaded hole. T-handles that are tapped, on the other hand, only have a partly threaded hole. When a T-handle has been tapped, the hole that has been threaded may be located underneath the handle itself. On the other hand, a through-hole T-handle features a threaded hole that travels through the handle itself.
As can be seen, there is a wide variety of options for T-handles to choose from. There are several variations of T-handles, but the most popular ones include studded, tapped, locking, extra-clearance, and through-hole.
