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There are tools that are indispensable<\/strong> in the day-to-day running of a workshop. One of them is undoubtedly the torque wrench<\/strong>, a tool similar to a conventional ratchet wrench, used to control the torque<\/strong> (measured in Nm or Newton\/metre) exerted on the threaded element, in operations as common as tightening the nuts of a wheel.<\/p>\n

The main benefit of the torque wrench is to prevent the overtightening of the thread by turning it with more force than necessary, thus avoiding damage that can be costly, especially to engine parts such as oil filters, the crankcase or the engine block. Its differs from conventional ratchet wrenches in that it jumps when the torque set by the manufacturer is exceeded, preventing the exertion of more force than can be tolerated.<\/p>\n

Whether they are digital (they give a sound or light signal when they have reached this point) or analogue (the signal is given by a needle that marks the torque being applied at any moment, for greater control and precision), their use is simple, with a few steps that are usually automatic<\/strong>. Once the correct size of nut has been selected, the correct torque for the nut is selected and, in the case of a jump wrench, a thread with a graduated scale is simply turned. The tab on the head is used to select whether to turn left or right, i.e. loosen or tighten. The thread is turned slowly and evenly, avoiding abrupt or jerky movements, until the indicator indicates that it is time to stop.<\/p>\n

FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A TORQUE WRENCH<\/h2>\n

However, there are a number of factors that the workshop needs to consider when buying a torque wrench, starting with the material and design<\/strong>. It is important that the wrench has a robust construction and that the metals used do not vary greatly with temperature changes for greater accuracy. A long handle and a rubber grip are also recommended to prevent slipping.<\/p>\n

In terms of torque range, the higher the range, the more jobs can be done, but it is recommended to buy wrenches with a minimum of 40 to 200 Nm<\/strong>. The audible alarm is eye-catching but impractical in noisy workshops, while it is important to have a good number of attachments and heads to suit a range of nut sizes.<\/p>\n

Finally, the more accurate the wrench the better, and it is advisable to have a quick-change head system to prevent parts falling off and getting lost.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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