valve stem

Air intake tube

A valve stem is the narrow cylindrical part of a valve that protrudes through the wheel rim, allowing air to be added or released from a tire.

Most have a threaded cap to keep out dirt: Check the valve stem before inflating.

Valve stems also appear in engine valves and other pneumatic or hydraulic systems, connecting the valve head to its actuating mechanism.

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