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Is it actually allowed to use a sleeve with an F wrench?

2015-09-25View Original

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Is it actually allowed to use a sleeve with an F wrench? I used to think that adding a sleeve for extension was not allowed, as the leverage effect could cause the wrench to break or the sleeve to come loose and cause injury.
Reply #22015-09-25
This can be made into a large F wrench. We have an F wrench that’s over a meter long, and we also have pipe wrenches that are over a meter long. Those that are suitable for adding a sleeve are generally pipe wrenches and slip joint pliers; F-wrenches tend to slip, so they are indeed not suitable.
Reply #32015-09-25
An F wrench can be fitted with a sleeve; However, attention should be paid to the matching of the sleeve and the F-wrench handle sizes ; It should fit perfectly; it shouldn’t be too loose ; Also, the length of the sleeve inserted into the F wrench shouldn’t be too short ; F wrenches that are too small, such as those with a 4mm or 6mm pitch or even smaller, are not suitable for use with sleeves ; Also, when using the sleeve, be careful: if you see the handle bending or about to crack, stop using it immediately
Reply #42015-09-25
An F wrench can be fitted with a sleeve; However, attention should be paid to the matching of the sleeve and the F-wrench handle sizes
Reply #52015-09-25
I’m not sure if it’s right, but I’ve done it this way. Try to make it longer; don’t use just half of it. It’s best to keep the whole set at the front!
Reply #62015-09-25
I agree with you. Also, when operating, one should not use excessive force based on the actual situation; instead, a uniform application of force is necessary, and care should be taken to avoid slipping.
Reply #72015-09-25
For some valves with larger diameters, we still use an F wrench together with a extension rod; generally, if the extension rod is long enough, there will be no risk of injury to people~~
Reply #82015-09-26
This is generally not allowed, but it can be useful on-site, because sometimes there really aren’t such large wrenches available!
Reply #92015-09-26
Why is your post just a copy of my first sentence?; What does that mean? ;

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