Using a torque wrench can be simple, but as with most tools, it helps to understand how the tool works and why it's necessary to the task. In construction and automotive work, proper torque is ...

In an article I wrote several years ago about impact driver torque, I resolutely decided that the trend of increasingly […] ...

The 3/8-inch drive model is a 10 to 75 ft-lbs torque wrench, while the 1/2-inch drive unit does 20 to 150 ft-lbs. Craftsman says the torque wrench is accurate to ±4 percent of the measured load.

If you are renting a torque wrench, you can ask for it to be calibrated before you take it home, but whether buying or renting, make sure to get one with a drive that fits the sockets you intend ...

Equipment Fleet Maintenance Service Tools How to Choose & Maintain a Torque Wrench Proper selection and caring for this often-used tool are important for reliable fastening and peace of mind.