Best Mid Price 1/2 Click Style Torque Wrench? Craftsman Lexivon Husky Icon Gearwrench Sata Kobalt
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2024
- Testing 250 Ft-lbs torque wrenches before and after 1000 cycles, with some interesting results.
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Surprised your channel hasn't gotten way more viewers yet, definitely deserves them. I have watched all of your torque wrench videos and checking out others. I've also started buying and testing more torque wrenches of various styles. It's addicting to get into. I got an Icon after using a snap-on and it's a solid tool. I tested a husky first given it's lifetime warranty. The Icon is a huge upgrade. It's just so much easier to feel it reaching the click and to use. Further, the husky has a lot of play and the Icon is tight. Thanks for creating these.
Yeah maybe someday the channel will grow. I agree the Icon is the best value. No problem!
I just picked up the Craftsman 250 ft. lb. torque wrench on sale for Christmas at only $65 and this helped me feel better about my purchase.
Nice! Yeah it’s a good wrench for the $ IMO.
I just bought the Husky and I feel so much better about it after watching this!
Its a good torque wrench!
Used the Craftsman to install new heads on a Ford 5.0 engine, did the job just fine.
I use various tools, but for TW's Craftsman has always been my goto and never let me down.
Yeah it’s a nice torque wrench, it’s interesting that through all the changes with craftsman they have always made a good torque wrench.
I'm honestly shocked you don't have more subs. This channel is great and is bound to explode in views soon!
Yep other views have said the same and that the channel was actually hard to find.
But hopefully that changes soon!
Great video. That Husky surprised me. A lifetime warranty as well. Not bad.
Thanks! Yeah to be honest they all really surprised me. I was only thinking half would pass after 1000.
@hellsfavoritesaltyberserke4724 sadly all by hand, was going to build a jig but don’t want to risk damaging mechanisms.
It’s actually not that bad just time consuming.
CDI actually sells a auto cycle tester but it’s $100,000…….
You deserve more subs bro…keep up the work. Im sure youll make it
Thanks! Yeah that's what everyone keeps saying. My goal is 10K by the end of this year but idk if that's going to happen lol.
What does a lot of play mean in the ratchet head? I just purchased a Mastercraft Maximum 3/8 drive and I noticed it has considerable side to side play in the ratchet head. Should I be concerned? Great video by the way! Thanks.
I wouldn’t be concerned with, it’s more of a personal irritation. Thanks!
Amazing that the ICON 1/2 drive is good on the high end but lackluster on the low end. Just the opposite of the 3/8 drive fixed head you reported. LOL. The deal breaker for me was the flex head on the ICON as I use it for brake and suspension work. Your test results are satisfying to me because it sees mostly the mid to high settings. Adding the new 5-70 ICON 3/8 drive flex head to my collection for things like spark plugs and caliper bolts may not be a bad idea.
Yep its good to have both, the 1/2 performed like I would have expected.
Lots of great data, I still like the look of that Lexivon wrench. Thanks for doing all this testing.
Yeah I agree, like how easy it is to read and the adjustment seemed faster.
No Problem!
I bought Kobalt 3/8” torque wrench and love it. Have no issues so far. I came here to see 1/2” and as expected it has good results. So far I am in between choosing Craftsman’s and Kobalt. I have seen mixed reviews saying that Craftsman ratcheting mechanism catches and locked up.
Hi, Thanks for the information. I just purchased a 3/8" Kobalt and 1/2" Icon Torque wrenches. They replace 2 Craftsman wrenches.
I have a question for you. Is it a good practice to exercise a torque wrench before you use it? The directions in my ICON say to exercise the wrench 3 times. The Kobalt does not state this. Did you exercise the ICON or any other wrench before you tested it?
Anyway, thanks for you informative video.
Yes you should always exercise a micrometer style torque.
I always do before testing the wrenches.
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Thank you
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Oh, BTW. I read the owners sheet that came with the ICON a bit more carefully to find that the Icon must be calibrated every 6 months or it will no longer be under the life time warranty. So, basically I have a 6 month warranty instead of a life time warranty.
That was disappointing to find out.
Just picked up that Icon today 20% off, i chose it cause it proved to be the one most accurate for the price across multiple reviews. plus i like the all metal design. what ive noticed from watching so many reviews is that the same torque wrench can have different results which is why i hesitated on the lexivon, one result would show perfect numbers but another would show barely passing or not passing out of the box or after 1000 cycles.
Nice! The 20% definitely helps.
Yeah the Lexivon is a toss up, this one passed but not the 150ft pound one I tested.
Where's a 20% coupon when you need it?! Ha ha. I'll likely go with the Husky
I bought the same Craftsman torque wrench shown in this video. I then checked the torque accuracy with a Quinn digital torque adapter. I set the torque of the Craftsman at 76 ft-lbs. When I turned the Craftsman's handle very, very slowly to creep up to the set point of 76 ft-lbs, the Quinn torque adapter indicated that the Craftsman peaked at 81 ft-lbs when the click on the Craftsman engaged. However, when I turned the Craftsman at a somewhat fast, average turn rate, the click happened at around 75.8 ft-lbs, pretty close to the torque setting. The moral of the story is that click-type mechanical torque wrenches should not be turned too slowly. They should be turned at a decent rotational rate to click at the correct torque setting.
Yep defiantly a technique to it that can be over looked. The Quinn adapters make for an easy cheap way to check your torque wrenches.
this sounds very suspicious 🤔
Thanks for the review! Might have to pick up the craftsman or the husky one soon!
Good video man I appreciate the work you put in to help us make an informed decision 👍
Thanks! No problem!
Husky doing work!
Craftsman is tempting at $60 but lifetime warranty on a Husky for $90 just seems like a better bargain. Is the higher tooth count on the Craftsman actually noticable when working?
Yeah both are really good torque wrenches, the higher tooth count can help if your working in a tight area.
Thank you for your time and video!
No Problem!
I wish you tested the Tekton clicker. I have my eye on the triple set.
I’m not big on HF tools but I did get the Quinn digital angle t-wrench. It’s not to bad. Thanks for your tests they definitely are helping us.
I will be doing the Tekton, but it probably won’t be until next month.
No problem!
The outside of the Lexivon looks identical to my Tekton, other than the color. I'm wondering how much, if any difference there is internally.
I have been looking for a mid range Torque Wrench. I was hoping to see a review on the Harbor Freight mid range Quinn click wrench. The only thing I don't like about the Craftsman is it only has a 90 day warranty. I bought a Craftsman about a year before Sears closed. It only lasted 2 years and the click stopped working and the rachet gear broke. I spent nearly $100 for a wrench that only lasted 2 years.
The husky is only $65 CAD at my local home Depot. Are they running them out of stock/not making them anymore? Definitely grabbing a 1/2 and 3/8 after watching this
Not to my knowledge, they run a good deal on them now and then.
Just started learning how to do basic auto repairs and need a torque wrench for basic maintenance of 3 family cars. I’m just looking for a mid tier, not too cheap, not too expensive quality 1/2 inch torque wrench. Any suggestions? I had a Husky in my hand yesterday at Home Depot but put it down because I wanted to research a bit first?
Husky and Craftsman both tested well and seem to be good quality. But if you have a Harbor Freight nearby I would recommend the Icon split beam.
@@Tools-Tested this is the exact kind of answer I was looking for. Thanks 1 million. Liked and subscribed. Happy holidays!
@@ryankenealy4837 No problem, glad I could help! Thanks for the like and sub! Happy Holidays!
Great video! Nice to see they all passed but the Sata is definitely a deal breaker - too short, we're not always torqueing easy accessed bolts. Thanks for the work you do!
Thanks! , yep I hate a short handled torque wrench's.
I’ve had 3 of the craftsmen they all break In the ratcheting mechanism and I only use it for wheels.
Interesting thanks for the info!
I work in a dealership, I used tekton 1/2split beam
I've used the craftman and the husky...
The craftman feels amazing but unsure the life expansion(aka unsure how it will stand up as daily use)
Husky is right behind the craftman(if not the same) I've taken apart the husky to regresse and noticed after 1yr use(plus or minus) some teeth on the ratchet(not pummel) has some damage and hasn't skipped yet
Tekton handle gives you a 1in surface area to torque(which starting to hurt my hand after 3weeks of use daily(I wrapped gauze around the handle to add cushion)
My 2 cents
Yeah I can agree with you on the Tekton, after testing that split beam for 1000 cycles my had was hurting!
Sounds like the Husky did well for everyday use.
Just amazing. Great work sir.
Thanks!
What do you do if you need the 20 ft lb range?
The lexivon has a limited lifetime warranty I've bought quite few little bits FROM them (speed extension for lug nuts, gas soldering gun it even makes ya nuts glow red for easy removal, socket adaptor for your hand drill, pinned flexible joint 1/4-3/8-1/2 good for the price and a set of flip sockets and extension )I just don't understand what a limited lifetime warranty is is it a lifetime other tool with that person who bought it or is it expected 2 or 3 years and that's it ❓
Normally its only with the person that bought it, and it could be prorated depending on years of use so they might not completely cover the cost of the repair like shipping etc.
Only the Sata is sold where I live. None of the other brands are 😢 And the two Sata I see sold, is nothing like what I see here. It's a 40-200 Nm, 1/2", with a... green anodized? grip and a 1-5 Nm 1/4" with the same green anodized grip.
That Husky is very good.Plus the lifetime warranty no questions asked policy is like how Craftsman used to be......I score one for the Husky.
Nice! Yeah the old Craftsman used to be my go to, you couldn't beat the warranty.
I agree, it's hard to argue with the husky lifetime warranty. Nothing else in its price range offers more than 1 year. I will buying the husky.
@urrdone1978 Harbor Freight sells a Quinn TW at 80 bucks with a lifetime warranty as well FYI
You should check that warranty. While it says lifetime on the packaging it may only be 1 year on the instruction manual. With that said you could fight it and say it says lifetime on the package and they’ll likely honour it
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Awesome video!
Hart ratchets im so far going to say dont try as a budget options.
Their 1/4 came stripped out of the box and the 1/2 anvil has play like what you had shown with the Sato, prlly worse.
Their sockets seem fine for budget crap.
Interesting thanks for the info!
@@Tools-Tested palm sander amd grinder are great for their proce though.
Thanks for the info ya provide!
@@MadAtMax.300Blackout no problem! Hope to test the grinder soon!
Craftsman is fantastic for the home mechanic use heavy duty reliable name brand shit for everyday usage always! I put good trust in craftsman I love the torque wrench I bought their 3/8s one for engine work. I use them on my vehicles several I own. Cars to big trucks. I have many tools over the years I try not to get em too dirty and I try and be good to them especially anything expensive. Torque wrenches should stay in good shape because all you take em out for is to get a bolt torqued to spec or a couple. Then you clean it off if dirty and put it back to sleep in the case.
Yeah I have been using the older USA version for years and was a little skeptical on the new ones.
But turns out I was wrong and they are great torque wrenches.
I was looking to buy craftsman since craftsman is quite well known one of the great branded tools. But if we are talking about torque wrenches I woudnt know also trying to get one that is around my budget level. This comments helps a lot thanks!
I got a precision instrument 3/8” torque wrench and I love it but I need to get a 1/2” torque wrench but those are more expensive so idk if I should just get something cheaper like tekton? Or maybe a torque adapter and a breaker bar?
Torque adapter would be a option, I would go with a 1/2 Icon split beam
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@@Tools-Tested should I spend more to get a precision instrument 1/2” torque wrench or is the icon one just as good
Icon seems just as good from my testing ruclips.net/video/0raQkp3tkg0/видео.html
I would have really loved to have seen Tekton included in this testing. I understand it’s a lot of options and money.
I did test the 150 ft-lbs version and it did not test well. I also tested there spit beam version twice because the first set did not pass.
I would love to see how the kobalt and gearwrench compare to a nos Armstrong USA made. Have you seen Proto's new smart torque wrench?
That Armstrong looks very close to the Kobalt. Just looked up the Proto, looks interesting maybe later in the year I will test one.
@@Tools-Tested very similar, im guessing apex makes it for kobalt still. You have to be careful with the Armstrong ones because some are USA made and some were made in china
If ever there was a tool not to cheap out on it is a torque wrench. I have heard and know of to many people who bought cheap torque wrenches only for them to snap off bolts. I own 6 torque wrenches, 5 are Snap On and one is a CDI, Snap On owns CDI and CDI makes Snap On torque wrenches.
The only click style that I have is a Dewalt that is buttery-smooth... the thing is really good...
other than that I have digital torque wrenches...
I used to have the Pittsburgh click style torque wrenches from Harbor Freight Those are actually really good for the money...gave em to my brother who still uses them...
The Craftsman is pretty much like the DeWalt the fit-and-finish on the DeWalt is nicer also comes in a kit with 5 lug sockets an extension and a breaker bar and a pen style flashlight for about a hundred bucks really nice set... to have around for changing tires
Dang that’s one I missed!
Yeah you can’t beat the Pittsburgh for the price! Hoping to start testing 3/8 next month.
What is a warm up cycle?
Click style wrenches you are supposed to cycle normally at least 3 times at 50% of max torque before using it to torque a fastener. I tend to call it warm up but you are just exercising the wrench after it has been stilling for a long period of time. It sound like a joke but I have test wrenches before exercising them and they have been out of accuracy vs after the exercising. I probably should do a video on it at some point.
@@Tools-Tested Thanks for your response. I actually found something on the internet that says to run it through its range from low to high and then backwards before you use it and every time it has been stored for awhile.
@@Tools-Tested I found something on the internet that suggests running it through its range as a warm up.
Your scientific approach is awesome, contrasted to "torque test" channel, which uses homemade test equipment and questionable methods.
Thanks! I try to get the most accurate and fair data as possible.
If you understand how these are made and how they work, you would know there will not be a big difference among them.
If you consider the fact that ALL of them will lose calibration over time, the choice is clear:
Buy the cheapest!
Can't you get them recalibrated tho? So it's not like you have to buy a new torque wrench just because one isn't calibrated
Lexivon seems to be the least expensive one.
Where's Tekton my good brother?
In this video
Best Budget Torque Wrench? 10 Tested, Pittsburgh, EPAuto, Capri, Tekton, Sunex, Lexivon
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This sounds weird that you chose Craft over Icon. Icon has flex head, more teeth for making your job easier at tighter spots, and shorter is great because some places you don't have that space to work with. Not to forget lifetime warranty over 1 year. Is the reason you say Craft because it's just a few inches longer? That's personal preference and a cheater bar can help any wrench be longer. I would also say a printed label in red can help with the numbers on bottom for easy reading. But working with many wrenches for years I never cared, I can figure out the main setting and then the turn dial I can do with my eyes closed, just count in your head.