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What are other dowels used for?
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Outside of woodworking, dowels have a number of different uses. All of them are similar to the uses of dowels in wood joinery. |
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Metal dowels are used to ensure alignment of parts in cameras, microscopes, valves, engines, moulds and surgical equipment. |
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Ceramic dowels are used to hold dental implants in place. |
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Plastic dowels are used to support tiers on wedding cakes. Wooden dowels and drinking straws can also be used for this purpose. |
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In construction, steel dowels are used to help joints between slabs to bear weight, and to keep them in alignment. |
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