Are there any alternatives to wheel wrenches?
Are there any alternatives to wheel wrenches? |
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Lug wrenches |
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A lug wrench, sometimes known as a spider wrench, is manually driven. Each end of the wrench can be used to loosen or tighten wheel nuts of different sizes. | |||
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As a lug wrench comes with four different sized sockets, it is very versatile. It has handles on either side, which provide the user with extra leverage during use. | |||
Hand ratchets (socket wrench) |
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A hand ratchet is a tool with a metal handle attached to a ratcheting mechanism. The mechanism is joined to a socket which fits onto a type of nut or bolt. The ratchet is set with a lever to either tighten or loosen the nut or bolt when it is rotated clockwise or anti-clockwise.
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It allows you to impart rotational force in one direction whilst preventing the rotational force taking effect in the opposite direction. This promotes ease of use and allows you to tighten or loosen a wheel nut using a lever action without having to remove the tool after each rotation.
This tool would be ideal if the user was working in tight spaces. |
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Impact wrenches |
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Impact wrenches are powered socket wrenches designed to produce high torque output with minimal effort. An impact wrench has a square drive to accommodate different sized sockets.
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The impact wrench creates a firm hold when tightening and loosening nuts and bolts. The impact wrench offers increased efficiency while working due to the high torque level of the wrench. As they are very light, they require less energy input from the user and so are easy to handle. | |||
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A lug wrench is specifically designed for wheel applications, the hand ratchet is used for manual everyday maintenance and an impact wrench is used in the automotive industry, construction, heavy equipment maintenance and product assembly. | |||
