faceplate
IPA: fˈeɪspɫeɪt
noun
- A removable protective shield separating the inner workings of a machine from operator and observer.
- A rigid flat surface that has an active role in the interaction of a device with an operator or user.
- A transparent window forming part of a helmet directly in front of the wearer's face, allowing them to see out.
Examples of "faceplate" in Sentences
- Strontium oxide is preferred for the faceplate.
- Each console came with a plain white faceplate.
- This faceplate is able to retract to reveal a mouth.
- The bed of the machine mounts a spindle with a faceplate.
- The chassis is silver with a white oval in the faceplate.
- The 3595 and 3590 faceplate and keypad buttons are interchangeable.
- Coaxial connectors are mounted on the faceplate and extend rearwardly.
- The size notes the width of the faceplate for the installed equipment.
- Alternatively faceplate dogs may be used to secure the work to the faceplate.
- A photoemissive cathode is disposed on the interior surface of the faceplate.