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27th Feb 2021, 6:47 pm | #21 |
Dekatron
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Colchester, Essex, UK.
Posts: 4,108
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Re: What Allen Key Size?
-An example of something that doesn't match up to it's spec.
3.2mm it may be, but HSS..? When i manage to bend or snap a drill bit of an unusual size often i clamp the sharp end in the vice, snap the plain end off and save it as a hole gauge. This time it didn't quite go to plan, and after 3 heaves, no fracture! Unknown provenance. Dave |
1st Mar 2021, 12:41 pm | #22 |
Octode
Join Date: Jul 2017
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, UK.
Posts: 1,186
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Re: What Allen Key Size?
Thanks for the advice and tips. I do agree about the poor quality of tools available these days. Once I've acquired the test gear I want, I'll focus on getting some better tools.
I bought the Wilko set of Allen keys and the 1/16" key worked perfectly. |