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News Release from: Norbar Torque Tools | Subject: TruTorque
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 21 February 2008
Tougher torque wrench holds calibration
for longer
The new TruTorque wrench uses an improved mechanism that still retains some of the best elements from Norbar's original tried and tested design.
Norbar Torque Tools has been making torque tools in Banbury for more than 65 years, but the company reckons its latest development, the TruTorque, is one of the most significant new designs in its history The aim of the design team was to produce the best possible tool using the latest materials and engineering techniques for UK and world markets and at a competitive price
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 15 Feb 2000 at 8.00am (UK)
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Key objectives were to produce a wrench that is durable and will stay in calibration for as long as possible, even when used regularly in tough workshop conditions.
The new wrench uses an improved mechanism that still retains some of the elements from the original tried and tested design.
Adjustment is simplicity itself, with the coarse scale on the handle and a micrometer for fine setting.
Whereas some well known wrenches need an arm wrestler to adjust them, the new Norbar wrench moves with fingertip control over the whole length of the scale.
The totally new grip design is extremely comfortable with excellent slip resistance in all conditions.
The TruTorque range covers a total torque range from 20 to 300Nm in five models.
All sizes offer bidirectional torque control, essential for left hand threads and for controlling the maximum torque when undoing bolts.
Ratchets are reversible for ease of positioning and have a narrow engagement angle so they can be used in tight spaces.
The Trutorque is accurate to +/-3% of reading, exceeding all international standards and each wrench is supplied with a traceable calibration certificate.
A lock is incorporated to prevent accidental adjustment of the set torque.
The tools are still made in England by Norbar and calibrated in-house with traceability to Norbar's UKAS accredited torque calibration laboratory. Request a free brochure from Norbar Torque Tools ...
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