Torque Wrenches

Our range of torque wrenches is sourced directly from the leaders in bolting systems, SPX Flow Bolting Systems, which manufacture the best torque wrenches. Covered with a lifetime warrantee, all wrenches in our range allow users to monitor the torque applied to the selected fastener so it matches a particular application’s specifications. This creates precise tensioning and loading of all parts.

All wrenches in the range:

• Have low weight, high strength design
• Offer superior, precise torsional strength
• Include a floating piston design
• Have rigid steel body construction
• Come with quick interchangeable heads

Our torque wrench range is supplemented with additional equipment like torque wrench pump range, which includes electric torque wrench pumps and torque wrench pumps for air.

Bosch Rexroth also offers bolt tensioners as part of its bolting solutions offering, and its torque wrench range are, for the most part, hydraulic torque wrenches.

• Storage: If you need to store your torque wrench for long periods, wind it down to the minimum scale setting but not zero.

  A fully-loaded torque wrench stored for long periods may result in a set in the spring, weakening it over time.

  However, if the spring is completely off-loaded, other wrench components might move, even just by a fraction. When spring compression is reapplied, the orientation of these components can change and affect accuracy.

• One click is enough for accurate results. When a torque wrench clicks multiple times, it applies additional torque to the bolts.
• Using a torque wrench for anticlockwise threads. To ensure tool suitability and to prevent loss of torque control, check the specifications of the wrench before using it on an anti-clockwise thread.
• Converting torque units. Converting torque units is a very precise process, and a tricky one too. Torque unit converters and torque conversion calculators can be downloaded to assist with the process.
• Use the marked loading point. Most torque wrenches feature a marked loading point on the handle. To achieve the most accurate results, torque wrenches should be operated with the user’s hand centred over the marked load point. The load point must also be used when calibrating the torque wrench.

• Undoing with a torque wrench. Most torque wrenches can be used for undoing as long as the maximum torque is not exceeded. Exceeding the maximum torque limit during a bolt loosening can affect wrench accuracy
• Extending the torque wrench handle. Do not put a pipe or any other extension onto a torque wrench handle. In addition to it being a potential safety hazard, it can damage the tool and reduce its accuracy.
• Apply the adjustment lock. Wrench settings can be accidentally adjusted during use. To avoid this, always apply the adjustment lock (if fitted) to avoid unintended changes.
• Applying ‘crows foot’ type fitting. ‘Crows foot’ type fittings can be applied to a torque wrench square drive but the torque will be altered. If you apply this setting, ensure that a suitable offset is applied to the set torque.
• Adjusting a torque wrench. When adjusting your adjustable torque wrench, always ensure that the required torque levels provided by the manufacturer are met. Always adjust the wrench up the scale to the required torque figure to ensure an accurate setting.