pan head

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A type of screw or bolt with a rounded, slightly domed head resembling an upside-down frying pan, or a tripod head that allows for smooth horizontal rotation. The screw head type has a wide, flat bearing surface and is often used in electronics or furniture, while the tripod head is used in photography and videography for panning shots. (Kremer, 2025)

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