Q: Why use Carbon Fiber for Wrenches?
A: There was a need for extremely light tools where weight is a major concern as well as tools able to survive extreme environments. Applications include: Endurance Motor Racing, Cycling, Military, Aviation, Space Flight, Hiking, Rock Climbing, Expeditions, Sailing, Boating, Biking, Offshore Fishing, Offshore Oil Rigs, Oil Field, etc.
Q: Price seems high for a set of wrenches, Why?
A: Every thing made with Carbon Fiber is expensive for several reasons, the same reasons why Carbon Fiber is used in high end jewelry along side Gold and Platinum. The Carbon Fiber used in these wrenches have 25+ individual layers of Carbon Fiber cloth that is impregnated with resin, vacuum bagged, and then autoclave to harden. The hardened Stainless Steel inserts are individually cut from 3/8″ thick stock with a process that results in a metal insert 0.05″ wide. It takes over 9 hours to make just one CarbonLite Wrench.
Q: How long will it take to receive my order?
A: Shipping is 2 to 4 weeks. At the moment CarbonLite® Tools cannot be shipped overnight.
Q: What sizes are the wrenches?
A: One side of the wrenches is metric and the opposite side is standard. Sizes are 5/8in, 9/16in 1/2in, 7/16in, 3/8in, 15mm, 14mm, 13mm, 12mm, 10mm.
Q: Are they real Carbon Fiber?
A: Yes, the same type of carbon fiber used in F1 race cars, Super Cars, Racing Yachts, Aircraft, Spacecraft, and anything else that is utterly awesome.
Q: What are the metal teeth made of?
A: Hardened Stainless Steel.
Q: Will the wrenches conduct electricity?
A: Yes, WARNING, DO NOT use the wrenches around anything that uses electricity, carbon fiber conducts electricity.
Q: Will the wrenches rust?
A: No, but the stainless steel can discolor by coming in contact with oils like in your hands, this can be easily wiped off.
Q: Do the wrenches float?
A: No.
Q: How Strong are the wrenches?
A: Strong enough for normal use that a normal wrench is intended for. Do not use a breaker bar with these wrenches as it can damage the carbon fiber from abrasion. Do not hit the wrenches with a hammer. The wrenches are not intended to be used in the place of hammers, pry bars, digging devices, etc.
Q: How much do the wrenches weigh?
A: The set of 5 wrenches weighs 6.7 oz, lighter the one conventional 15mm metal wrench.
Q: Do I need to wear gloves using the wrenches?
A: We recommend using gloves as there is a small possibility the carbon fiber can leave splinters in your hand if the carbon fiber is damaged. The possibility of splinters from the carbon fiber wrench is about the same as with a wood handle on a shovel or hammer.
Q: Are the metal teeth tapered?
A: Yes, the teeth are designed so that when a bolt head is inserted deeper into the teeth, the tighter the teeth are around the bolt head.
Q: Warranty?
A: Yes, CarbonLite Tools Carbon Fiber Wrenches have a limited lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship. The liability of CarbonLite shall be limited to replacing or repairing, at its option, any complete defective units which are returned F.O.B. to our Facility. In order to keep this warranty in effect, the purchaser must have handled and used the product as outlined in the instructions furnished with the product. If, after inspection, you discover any defects in material or workmanship, CarbonLite will have the option to repair, or replace the defective CarbonLite product free of charge. This limited lifetime warranty does not cover damages from normal wear and tear or from accidental damage, misuse, improper care, alterations and damage caused in transportation by a common carrier or airline.
i would think its self explanitory thats these are not meant for typical use other than just the novelty factor.. was thinking the sae / metric combo would allow you to be able to use 2 sae or metrics if the head of the bolt and nut happen to be different sizes, also combining everything into 1 set since there is no open end. anyway - alot of materials conduct electriciy - even wood - just not very well on low current.
