Torque Limiting Screw Driver/Allen Wrench?

[vmusch]

I have a need for a reasonably priced hand held torque limiting screw driver or allen wrench tool.

The tool is used by different volunteers while setting up an outside display. The display is set up once a week and taken down 4 days later. Part of the display has Allen Head set screws, probably a total of 120. We are currently using "T Handle" allen wrenches. The clearance is really too tight for the T-handles, but does limit the ability for over-tightening. The Volunteers skill sets vary and the directions/guidance we give is not followed, the set screws many times are over tightened or left loose.

I have found some torque screw drivers, some seem to be for gun smith uses.

I completely understand no matter how dummy proof it is made we will still have problems. I am just trying to reduce a one small portion of the problems. All in all the volunteers do a great job.

Since the tools are used by volunteers I need something that will last but not break the bank. I know I am dreaming a little.........



Thanks for the ideas.......

 

[Toold_up]

They make these for installing scopes on firearms:

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/7...m-accurizing-torque-torque-wrench-screwdriver

 

[Earl Grey]

If t-handles are a clearance problem this may not work for you, but a lot of bicycle tool companies (Park, Pedro’s, Ice Tools etc) make preset torque hex wrenches that can be very affordable - I figure the preset feature might be helpful in your context. E.g. https://www.trekbicyclesuperstore.com/product/bontrager-preset-torque-wrench-76318-1.htm

 

[Earl Grey]

Or perhaps these with long bits for clearance. Still basically a T though.
https://www.prestacycle.com/product/prestacycle-torqkey-t-handle-torque-limiting-bits-tool-kit/

 

[nichocha33]

Capri Tools


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[Dagny]

Bought a WIHA a couple weeks ago if you buy on line make sure you get one for regular 1/4 in bits.

 

[tomwil]

Home Depot Husky with case, lifetime warranty, $60.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-1-4-in-Hex-Inch-Torque-Screw-Driver-H4DTRQ/204772217

 

[Spacey_G]

http://bondhus.com/pages/clickset-tld

That might be an option if they make one with your desired torque value and hex size. Wouldn't need to worry about adjusting the torque for every use.

 

[Earl Grey]

http://bondhus.com/pages/clickset-tld

That might be an option if they make one with your desired torque value and hex size. Wouldn't need to worry about adjusting the torque for every use.

Oh, that's a better one than the bicycle-style keys I posted. Cheap too.

 

[vmusch]

Awesome find, I will be looking at them a little closer.