Motor
Piston
Piston noun - Mechanical device that has a plunging or thrusting motion.
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In both cases, increasing rate of fire also decreases the lifespan of the gearbox, and if you overdo it, you could potentially cause one of numerous failures: burning out the motor, stripping either the gears or piston teeth, shattering the piston head or even breaking the gearbox frame.
Source: Explosive Overclocking
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