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What is a metric wrench?
Metric: A metric wrench will work with nuts and bolts that have a metric measurement. A small metric wrench would measure about 8 mm, while a large one would be about 20 mm.
What sizes are in a metric wrench set?
Metric Combination Wrenches (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19) Standard Flare Nut Wrenches (3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 7/8) Note: Each wrench may combine two sizes. Metric Flare Nut Wrenches (9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17) Note: Each wrench may combine two sizes.
What is the difference between standard and metric tools?
The difference between metric and standard tools is that metric tools use metric measurements and standard tools use imperial measurements. This system is based on imperial measurements, which means that all measurements and sizes are in inches. Metric tools use the metric system, as the name suggests.
Do I need standard and metric?
If you only ever work on a car that uses standard measurements and never plan on using the tools for other cars, by all means buy the standard set. If, on the other hand, you own and work on a foreign automobile, a metric set is what you need. The all-inclusive mechanic, though, should have access to both.
Can a metric wrench be used with an imperial wrench?
While many people have both a metric wrench set and an imperial, or standard, set, if you only have a metric set available, no need to worry.
How big is a SAE / metric combination wrench set?
Fully Polished SAE & Metric Combination Wrench Set, 32 Pc. Fully Polished SAE & Metric Combination Wrench Set, 32 Pc. Professional Large SAE Combination Wrench Set, 4 Pc.
How big is a standard steel wrench set?
These steel alloy wrenches come in four of the most common SAE sizes and five of the most common metric sizes, ranging from 3/8” x 7/16” to 3/4” x 7/8”, and 9mm x 11mm to 19mm x 21mm.
What kind of wrench set does Harbor Freight use?
Raised Panel SAE & Metric Combination Wrench Set, 22 Pc. Raised Panel SAE & Metric Combination Wrench Set, 22 Pc. Fully Polished SAE & Metric Combination Wrench Set, 22 Pc. Fully Polished SAE & Metric Combination Wrench Set, 22 Pc.