Facom 82H.15 Short Allen Key, 15 mm.

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There are a number of things to take into account when choosing the right hex key for the job, below is a few of the main points of consideration. Straight hex keys These resemble screwdrivers and function in much the same way except the head features either a flat or ball ended hex key, instead of the traditional screwdriver bit. Note you always fit or remove pedals from the crank end of the pedal spindle. If your pedals have a bolt, cap or screw on the outside end of the pedal spindle, this is only used to service the bearings. Left vs right pedals explained – what are the differences? Our range of long-reach Allen keys are manufactured by leading brands like Irwin, Stanley, Bahco, GearWrench, Wiha Tools, Facom, RS PRO, and of course the original trademark designer, Allen. How would you use a long reach hex key? Did you know that most people use the wrong screwdriver for the job? It’s essential to distinguish between the various screwdriver types and know what screw you’re using. A set from Halfords will include a variety of screwdrivers for slotted head screws, Phillips drive screws and Pozidriv screws, perfect for any job. Impact drivers & screw bits

Long-reach Allen keys are a common feature of most good quality hex key sets, which tend to include a useful range of common wrench sizes and diameters (typically from around 1-1.5mm, up to 12mm and beyond). Don’t get confused by dust caps on the outside face of the pedal – these are used for servicing. Laura Dow / Immediate Media

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Hex keys are available in many different sizes and in both imperial and metric measurements. The size needed will depend on the size of fastener you're working with.

When removing pedals, you will always be turning the spindle of the pedal towards the rear of the bike.

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Ball end hex keys Ball ended hex keys allow access to fasteners in tighter spaces, giving the user an in creased range of angles from which to access the part thanks to its rounded hexagonal bulb-shaped head. Torque needed **- When tightening or loosening a fastener (particularly loosening) the amount of torque needed to move the part is key. An L-shape or T-handle have particular leverage in this area, their extended handles allow for greater torque when dealing with fasteners Left and right pedals have different threads, and ensuring you are fitting the correct pedal to each side of your bike is key. Yes, Allen keys and hex keys are essentially the same tools. They both refer to a type of wrench or tool used to tighten or loosen screws or bolts with hexagonal heads. The term "Allen key" is more commonly used in the United States and Canada, while "hex key" is a more widely used term internationally. These keys are typically L-shaped, with one or both ends featuring a hexagonal shape that corresponds to the size of the hexagonal screw or bolt head. They come in various sizes and are made from durable materials such as hardened steel or chrome vanadium. So, whether you call them Allen keys or hex keys, they serve the same purpose of fitting and manipulating hexagonal fasteners. When were Allen keys invented? The same is true for fitting, where turning the spindle towards the front of the bike will tighten the pedals onto the crank whatever side the pedal is on.

T-handle hex keys The T-handle feature a good grip thanks to the shape of its handle, from where it gets its moniker, allowing for significantly increased torque. L-shaped hex keys The most common type of hex key. The L-shaped key is double ended allowing you to use torque to tighten and loosen fasteners with the short end, whilst the long end can be used in the same way as a straight key. Where the additional access provided by a long-reach hex wrench is needed, you'd use the more elongated side as the ‘driver', and the shorter side therefore becomes the handle that you turn to tighten or loosen the fastener. However, when a hex bolt is within easy reach and there's plenty of space to work in, long-arm Allen keys can also be handy used in the reverse configuration - the longer side can help provide better grip and torque when operating as a handle. What types of long reach Allen keys are available?Moving over to the right-hand side, we’ve provided the metric to SAE guide for Allen wrench conversions. Similar to the metric hex keys, the SAE hex wrenches don’t always have a perfect substitute as seen for SAE size 3/16″. Thus, we recommend that those with only a metric Allen wrench set add a separate SAE hex key set to their stable. Substituting Uncommon Hex Sizes