If you’ve ever done anything but the most basic level of home car maintenance, then there’s a very good chance you’ve used a torque wrench. And if you’ve used a traditional torque wrench, you know that they can sometimes lack a little in the accuracy department.
Thankfully, the torque wrench is one of the things improved by the wonders of modern technology, with digital wrenches offering repeatable pinpoint accuracy when it comes to hitting your desired torque value – important for safety, compliance and peace of mind.
So, which digital torque wrench to go for? We think one of the best on the market is the Clarke PRO237 ½” Drive Digital Electronic Torque Wrench, a high-end yet affordable product suitable for home mechanics and professional workshops alike.
With its broad torque range of 20 to 200Nm, it’s perfectly suited to a wide range of workshop applications, and if you work in different units, that’s okay – the large, clear LCD display can be easily switched to lb ft, lb in or kg-m.
The PRO237 can be easily preset to your desired torque value, and there’s no risk of overtightening, as an audible alarm sounds once you hit it. What’s more, unlike traditional analogue wrenches, which can lose accuracy and require recalibration over time, the PRO237 will deliver highly accurate readings time after time, especially as it’s calibrated to ISO 6789, the stringent British and European standard for torque tools.
Meanwhile, the chrome plated wrench and soft grip handle make use a breeze, and you’ll get plenty of warning when it’s running low on power thanks to a low battery indicator. And at £89.98, it’s considerably cheaper than plenty of other high-end digital torque wrenches. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never want to go back to the analogue ways of old again.
Grab yours today at Machine Mart
