Torque Wrench(s) - Page 2

MSS · 28th August 2021, 20:54

Norbar offer a calibration service for their torque wrenches. Halfords recommend the same service for their advance range as they are Norbar tools.

Calibration is only really worth bothering with if the tool is a precision item in the first place with a calibration certificate confirming the accuracy.

Mike Noc · 28th August 2021, 21:01

Yes Ian I took them into one of the places I work at that had just purchased a new range of decent torque wrenches complete with calibration certificates. Easy enough to compare various torque settings using one of their wrenches on one end of a nut and bolt with one of mine on the other and checking they both clicked at the same time. Had the Norbar for over twenty years and it was spot on throughout the range. It has been looked after too mind and not abused.

sworks · 28th August 2021, 22:18

I use Snap On 1/2” and 3/8 digital torque wrenches. They beep, vibrate and also do angles. Amazing pieces of kit but not cheap at around £1000 for the pair

macafee2 · 29th August 2021, 07:33

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Originally Posted by Mike Noc

Yes Ian I took them into one of the places I work at that had just purchased a new range of decent torque wrenches complete with calibration certificates. Easy enough to compare various torque settings using one of their wrenches on one end of a nut and bolt with one of mine on the other and checking they both clicked at the same time. Had the Norbar for over twenty years and it was spot on throughout the range. It has been looked after too mind and not abused.

when you start offering the Mike Noc Calibration Services let me know

I would not have any idea how to re-calibrate a torque wrench

I had a puncture fixed on my Tourer during the week, the lad that put the bolts on I am sure does not know how a torque wrench works. Gunned them on first, then used a torque wrench that seemed to click with no movement of the bolt. He did not seem to stop when the wrench clicked but continued to apply pressure. Got home and undid them and torqued them up, they were noticeably tightened differently as some were tighter then others

macafee2

DRWMGTF · 29th August 2021, 11:40

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Originally Posted by MSS

These two are all you need.

https://www.halfords.com/tools/hand-tools/spanners-and-wrenches/halfords-advanced-torque-wrench-model-60-488695.html?cm_mmc=Google+PLA-_-Tools%3EHand+Tools%3ESpanners+and+Wrenches-_-Tools%3EHand+Tools%3ESpanners+&+Wrenches-_-488695&istCompanyId=b8708c57-7a02-4cf6-b2c0-dc36b54a327e&istFeedId=62b447cf-331e-4fec-a47a-9985ff72d404&istItemId=wxttxxlqx&istBid=tzwt&_$ja= tsid:94971|cid:8979078227|agid:94446561327|tid:aud-271742665924:pla-331474296638|crid:412800844787|nw:g|rnd:1291867385 8607794120|dvc:c|adp:|mt:|loc:9045073&gclid=EAIaIQ obChMIwIC6ncnR8gIVibTtCh11dAoUEAQYAiABEgJgYPD_BwE

https://www.halfords.com/tools/hand-tools/spanners-and-wrenches/halfords-advanced-torque-wrench-model-300-488729.html?cm_mmc=Google+PLA-_-Tools%3EHand+Tools%3ESpanners+and+Wrenches-_-Tools%3EHand+Tools%3ESpanners+&+Wrenches-_-488729&istCompanyId=b8708c57-7a02-4cf6-b2c0-dc36b54a327e&istFeedId=62b447cf-331e-4fec-a47a-9985ff72d404&istItemId=wxttxxlqt&istBid=tzwt&_$ja= tsid:94971|cid:8979078227|agid:94446561327|tid:aud-271742665924:pla-331474296638|crid:412800844787|nw:g|rnd:1291867385 8607794120|dvc:c|adp:|mt:|loc:9045073&gclid=EAIaIQ obChMIwIC6ncnR8gIVibTtCh11dAoUEAQYAyABEgIgevD_BwE

They are of outstanding quality - I have them and they are manufactured by Norbar.

If you wish to treat yourself, add this one for the mid-range.

https://www.halfords.com/tools/hand-tools/spanners-and-wrenches/halfords-advanced-torque-wrench-model-100-488703.html?cm_mmc=Google+PLA-_-Tools%3EHand+Tools%3ESpanners+and+Wrenches-_-Tools%3EHand+Tools%3ESpanners+&+Wrenches-_-488703&istCompanyId=b8708c57-7a02-4cf6-b2c0-dc36b54a327e&istFeedId=62b447cf-331e-4fec-a47a-9985ff72d404&istItemId=wxttxxlmq&istBid=tzwt&_$ja= tsid:94971|cid:8979078227|agid:94446561327|tid:aud-271742665924:pla-331474296638|crid:412800844787|nw:g|rnd:1291867385 8607794120|dvc:c|adp:|mt:|loc:9045073&gclid=EAIaIQ obChMIwIC6ncnR8gIVibTtCh11dAoUEAQYASABEgKIOfD_BwE

Then a 28-210 Nm Clarke or Silverline (approx £30) to keep in the boot for the wheel nuts.

Afternoon Maninder,
Thanks for your thoughts.
All four would cost about £315.
Not quite sure I want to spend that much.
I think I'm looking to buy one which would cover most of the minor work I might want to carry out on my car.
Any suggestions regarding the torque range which I would need to work on my car?
Regards David

DRWMGTF · 29th August 2021, 11:47

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Originally Posted by SCP440

I would agree the Norbar range is fantastic quality but if you want something that is more budget friendly and in my experience almost as good is one of these
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/0402...B&gclsrc=aw.ds
I keep one in the boot of my car just incase. I checked it against a calibrated torque wrench and it was within a couple of lbft at 100lbft.

Afternoon Steve,
Thanks for your thoughts.
That seems to tick a lot of boxes.
Price, torque range etc.
Would you recommend it for garage use or just emergency use?
What are the draw backs?
Regards David

DRWMGTF · 29th August 2021, 11:49

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Originally Posted by rab60bit

On the recommendation of a regular poster member I purchased one 2-3 years back from Lidl - blown plastic case, extension bar and 3 sockets included. Good quality although I haven't tried to calibrate it but it does the job for me.

Afternoon John,
Thanks for your thoughts.
What is the torque range of the wrench you bought form Lidl?
Regards David

DRWMGTF · 29th August 2021, 11:51

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Originally Posted by bl52krz

Whilst agreeing that Norbar are probably one of the best, I purchased one from Aldi. I have not had it calibrated but seems ok.

Afternoon David,
What is the torque range of the wrench you bought from Aldi?
Thanks.
Regards David

DRWMGTF · 29th August 2021, 11:53

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Originally Posted by sworks

I use Snap On 1/2” and 3/8 digital torque wrenches. They beep, vibrate and also do angles. Amazing pieces of kit but not cheap at around £1000 for the pair

Perhaps a little more than I want to spend!

MSS · 29th August 2021, 12:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by DRWMGTF

Afternoon Maninder,
Thanks for your thoughts.
All four would cost about £315.
Not quite sure I want to spend that much.
I think I'm looking to buy one which would cover most of the minor work I might want to carry out on my car.
Any suggestions regarding the torque range which I would need to work on my car?
Regards David

That's a fair comment. The total would be more than some of our cars!

I have to confess that after stripping a thread on the alloy crankcase of my motorbike in the early 1980's, I swore never to trust anything other than quality torque wrenches.

Teng are not quite as tightly specified for accuracy as Norbar or Halfords Advance, but equally a few Nm in 50 Nm will not really be an issue for general use.

So how about this set which should cover 99% of your needs.

https://www.ffx.co.uk/product/Get/Te...SABEgImGfD_BwE

Or start off with just the 20Nm to 100Nm for £60 which I find to be the most useful range.

https://www.toolden.co.uk/p/teng-too...iABEgIy7PD_BwE

and later add the 40 to 200Nm Teng to your collection for £60 if needed.

https://www.ffx.co.uk/product/Get/Te...SABEgJx2fD_BwE

28th August 2021, 22:18	#13
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28th August 2021, 21:01	#12
Mike Noc This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Manual Connoisseur SE, Rover 75 CDT Automatic Connoisseur SE & a Freelander Td4. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 11,547 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	Yes Ian I took them into one of the places I work at that had just purchased a new range of decent torque wrenches complete with calibration certificates. Easy enough to compare various torque settings using one of their wrenches on one end of a nut and bolt with one of mine on the other and checking they both clicked at the same time. Had the Norbar for over twenty years and it was spot on throughout the range. It has been looked after too mind and not abused.