[Grammar] Can I say, "A piece of parts"

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The word "Parts (i.e., components of machines) " is usually used in plural.
Can I say, "a piece of parts" if I want to refer to a single component?
 

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The word "Parts (i.e., components of machines) " is usually used in plural.
Can I say, "a piece of parts" if I want to refer to a single component?
Use "a part".
 

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