A wrench is a valuable tool for construction, automotive repair, electrical repair, or woodwork. You can also use it to level equipment, drive lag screws, and make adjustments to appliances and fixtures. It grips, tightens and loosens things like pipes, pipe fittings, screws, nuts, and bolts. You might overlook a wrench until you realize the […]
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Where To Use Miniature Wrenches
As a tool lover, you may be interested in using small wrenches to do tasks in tight spaces that can’t be easily accessed with larger tools. Capri Tools’ miniature wrenches come in a variety of small sizes and are well constructed for uses ranging from electronics to bicycle repair. Built for precision and durability, […]
Flex-Head Angle Impact Wrench
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How to Use a Brake Flaring Tool and Why You’ll Need It
If you’re handling your own auto repair, you’ll need a brake flaring tool. Whether you’re doing maintenance or fixing up a project car, knowing how to properly flare brake lines is a must. Flaring brake lines creates a leak-proof connection without any additional sealant, ensuring you won’t loose fluid that could put your brakes at risk […]
Tips on Using a Torque Wrench
A torque wrench is a great tool for maintaining cars, lawnmowers, and many other types of mechanical equipment. Many people overtighten nuts and other fasteners, leading to stripped threads, broken bolts, and expensive repairs. By using a torque wrench, you can set the exact twisting force you need for every screw, bolt, and fastener. This […]
Making the Turn: The User’s Guide to Impact Torque
We’ve all been there. You’re working on that important project, and your biggest holdup is that stubborn nut that just won’t budge. It may be rusted out or in such tight quarters that you can’t get the leverage you need. But you don’t care what the reason is —this nut has to go. You need […]
There Are So Many Ranges of Torque Wrenches. How Do You Select the Right Torque Wrench for the Job?
A torque wrench is an essential tool for proper automotive or bicycle maintenance. Such wrenches allow the operator to choose the exact torque, or twisting force (measured in inch-pounds or foot-pounds), applied to each screw, bolt, or fastener. Since the nuts and bolts on a car or bike must be tightened to exact specifications, a […]
Understanding OSHA Standards for Air Blow Guns
When you’re working in a shop, safety is your top concern. Injuries affect the health and welfare of your workers and can deal a major blow to productivity. That’s why it’s important to know the OSHA regulations that govern air blow guns. Air blow guns are used in a variety of different contexts, from cleaning […]