What is Jack (tool)?
[[File:Cric-hydraulique.jpg|thumb|Hydraulic jack]] A '''jack''' is a tool for lifting heavy items. There are many kinds of jacks. *'''Car jack''' or '''automotive jack''' - For lifting [[vehicle]]s. *'''Scissor jack''' - The lifting mechanism is shaped similar to a pair of [[scissors]]. *'''House jack''' - A jack which can lift small [[building]]s that are made of wood or similar lightweight material. *'''Hydraulic jack''' - Uses a liquid that is forced into a cylinder by a pump plunger. *'''Inflatable jack''' - An [[airbag]]-like jack that lifts its load when filled with compressed air. *'''Bottle jack''' - A jack with a cylindrical body and a [[bottle]]-like neck. {{Commonscat|Lifting jacks}} {{tech-stub}} [[Category:Tools]]