Huck
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Can I use a ft/lb torque wrench for inch/lbs if I divide the inch/lbs by 12?
You would multiply the ft/lbs by 12 for inch/lbs, but yes you can do it that way. Example 2 ft/lb = 24 inch/lbs.
Edit: Just re-read what you wrote, and you are correct as well. 96 in/lbs / 12 = 8 ft/lbs.
Just reember torque wrenches aren't as accurate in the lower ranges, also if it's a click style, make sure you work it a few times before attemting to torque something.
^^Thats true. Going vise versa is fine, but you're way is not as accurate
Side note: What torque wrenches do you guys like? Anyone try this one:
http://www.brownlinemetalworks.com/
Hope I'm not stealing your thread too much
just tried the code and it still works. thanks for the info. hopefully I can order this soon
When rebuilding a motor, which torque wrench would be better for the job: 10-75 ft lbs or 25-250 ft lbs?