Torque screw driver anyone bother ?

[Tony Reidy]

Ok tin hat on for a minute...

I have never ever bothered to acquire or use a torque rated screw driver

I have been offered a second hand wiha one by a mate for £20 as he is buggering off to Spain to work

Are they worth using ?

Use mine regularly, mainly when installing a consumer unit

 

[Tony Reidy]

Is it not a requirement under 7671 Reg 134.1.1 to use the correct torque?

Its normally in the manufacturer's instructions which should be followed as good practice

 

[stevels4]

At €54.00 a time for recalibration these are expensive maintainance.....the MFT is cheaper!

 

[Deleted member 26818]

At €54.00 a time for recalibration these are expensive maintainance.....the MFT is cheaper!

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Is that a complete unit, or can it be used with the kits that have a handle with interchangeable blades?

 

[stevels4]

Is that a complete unit, or can it be used with the kits that have a handle with interchangeable blades?

The torque screwdriver alone is around £100.00 or you can get the complete kit with bits and wrap around case for more. I just have the screwdriver and 2 bits which suits my needs.

 

[littlespark]

Been looking on Ebay for one after seeing the Wiha rep at the wholesalers a few weeks ago.
Prices are comparable on Ebay to buying new if you're going for Wiha or Wera

However I did find this:
Gift Idea! Magnetic Torque Screwdriver 1nm > 8nm Ideal For Bicycle Cycle 5018341560942 | eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gift-Idea-Magnetic-Torque-Screwdriver-1nm-8nm-Ideal-For-Bicycle-Cycle/163135099476?epid=1337918412&hash=item25fb9c1254:gx4AAOSwMBdb4Wm-

Much cheaper.
Its adjustable.
It has a selection of bits.
Just not VDE insulated.
Is it permissible to use this one?

 

[sparkdog]

I think its for trick cyclists, you could use it on the cross bar.