Offset Wrenches

Offset Wrenches

Offset wrenches are hand tools used for tightening or loosening bolts and nuts. They have a bend or offset in the shank, allowing the user to reach fasteners in tight spaces or at awkward angles. They come in various shapes and sizes, including ratcheting, box-end, and open-end offset wrenches.

Offset wrenches are available in standard metric and imperial sizes.

The most common sizes are:

Metric:

• 5mm
• 6mm
• 7mm
• 8mm
• 9mm
• 10mm
• 11mm
• 12mm
• 13mm
• 14mm
• 15mm
• 16mm
• 17mm
• 18mm
• 19mm

Imperial:

• 1/4″
• 5/16″
• 3/8″
• 7/16″
• 1/2″
• 9/16″
• 5/8″
• 11/16″
• 3/4″
• 13/16″
• 7/8″
• 15/16″
• 1″, 1-1/16″
• 1-1/8″
• 1-1/4″
• 1-5/16″
• 1-3/8″
• 1-7/16″
• 1-1/2″

Note: Offset wrenches are also available in special sizes for specific applications.

Offset wrenches typically come in a few different finishes, including:

• Chrome plating: provides corrosion resistance and a sleek, polished appearance.
• Black oxide: provides corrosion resistance and a matte black finish.
• Nickel plating: provides corrosion resistance and a shiny, silver appearance.
• Mirror-polished: provides a highly reflective, polished finish for improved visibility in low-light conditions.
• Sandblasted: provides a matte finish for improved grip and reduced glare.
• The choice of finish depends on the user’s preference, application, and the level of corrosion resistance required.

Types:

• Ratcheting offset wrench: has a ratcheting mechanism for quicker turning without removing the wrench from the fastener.Box-end offset wrench: has a closed loop on one end for a more secure grip on the fastener.
• Open-end offset wrench has an open loop on both ends for a quicker turn but a less secure grip.
• Double-ended offset wrench: has an offset on both ends, with different sizes on each end.
• Flex-head offset wrench: has a flexible head that can be angled to reach tight spaces.