How accurate is this in the low ft-lbs range? I'm considering buying this, or the 3/8 adapter. If I only am buying 1 is the 1/2 a better bet?
803813
The 3/8" unit is more accurate in the lower range that the 1/2" unit. However, both units are more accurate in their mid and upper ranges than their lower ranges--but still pretty fair. Use the unit you buy to test and adjust your wrench, then use the wrench. Accuracy is more critical on parts such as engine heads, main caps, connecting rod caps, etc. So, keep this in mind.
803814
I used mine to torque the barrel nut on my AR 15 - little more the 30 LB psi. It worked fine. I had the 1/2, don't know about the 3/8.
803815
The question is how low is low? I bought the 3/8 and 1/2 size. The reading I was looking for was 105 and 240 to 280 inch pounds on several fittings. The 3/8 measured these just fine. I never even used the 1/2 adapter. Hope this helps. e-mail back if you still have questions.
803816
I occasionally check it against my "glass torque wrench", one that I keep calibrated and only use to test. I found this to be absolutely accurate and consistent. I did what you wrote, bought a 1/2 and use a 3/8 adapter when necessary. Of course use a quality, short adapter to maintain accuracy.
42278
Good Luck! I have used these for years, and the best suggestion I have is to be very gentle when putting your material up to the stop. If I tighten all the bolts extremely tight and VERY GENTLY slide my material on the stand up to the stop, I have more consistent pieces. But if I work at a normal speed, +- 1/16" is good. I have never looked at this set up as extremely accurate, there are to many areas for movement, if you need less then 1/16" tolerance, you need something else in my opinion.
162107
The 1 or 2 inch will work fine. I took 2 pieces of 1 inch pipe, straight ends, taped them together with this, and after 10 minutes did pull-up with the pipe and I weigh 250 pounds. This is awesome stuff, just follow the direction
1675842
You can always use a step down adapter on the 1/2", but most sockets down to 1/4" and up to 7/8" will come in a 3/8" square drive size. The real problem is the 1/2" doesn't really have the torque to justify the 1/2" drive, as a regular 1/2" air impact will easily provide more torque than the 20v electric. That being said, the 3/8" is better for average home use.
277741
I concur with the other two answers , adding that I love the ease of hooking an unhooking. Very little weight that you have to lift . It handles great . It's also very quiet. I have a 29 ft. , , 6750 # dry weight camper. Replaced Reese anti sway equalizer , and am very satisfied .
2067559
I purchased the 3/8" version and it holds my rope light firmly in place. My rope light is outdoors subject to heavy winds at times and i have had no issues.
1924427
3/8" drive. Of course you could use a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter... So really it works with both. Quality part though.
316534
I just use in on a monopod. It is quite substantial in weight and bulk, though not overly so. A quality piece of equipment, but I think anything with a quarter-twenty attachment will work fine.
1962683
I used 3/8" but I am certain it will accept 1/2". These things are pretty sturdy - I was using them as force mulitpliers to pull down a tree and they did not pose any problems. My "pulley" background includes sailing tackle, and while they're not like a $100 main sheet pulley, they're pretty fn good
175130
I use both the 9/0 (115) and a 12/0 on this rod. It is built very well. Solid rod for the price. The 9/0 is a bit dwarfed on this rod, you could definitely go with one size down, but for 130lb line, this rod is fine.
1420634
I use mine for an 8lb mushroom anchor. Works great for that, sometimes I have to pull pretty hard if the anchor gets suctioned into some mud or sand or even wrapped up in vegetation. Something tells me you're looking for a heavier weight, but hopefully that's helpful to you.
1675843
3/8" is the norm for everything. 1/2" is what we use for taking of truck tires. I'd go with the 3/8" if he bolts you sre working with are not larger than an inch or more
1892227
I'd use a 4/0 or 5/0 ...but, you'd need to use a bullet weight/slip sinker, unless you're going to try to go weightless....and, I would peg the sinker...a 4.5" tube is a BIG tube!
1450932
I think David A is correct. I just bought this and I am having trouble figuring out how to get a 15"+/- drop. If anyone has figured it out please let me know.
210630
I'm a pretty big dumper not NFL or MLB style but pretty big. I would go with a larger 1.6 GP flush to be safe. I set it at 1.3 GP and it works for me. But if you are NFL or MLB dumps I would go bigger.
1864901
Lol.I haven't tried yet. As I stated,mine is off by 10lbs. I guess check on line and see if they have instructions on how to calibrate. Good luck
173510
I bought a different mount, because I too was concerned but never ended up using it. So far I haven't had any issues with the one it came with. Shot it close to 200 times, pretty darn accurate!