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Self-Adjusting, 12-in. Pipe Wrench
Crescent Marketing, Apex Tool Group, Sparks, Md.; ph 913 362-1670; www.crescenttool.com): Crescent’s self-adjusting, 12-in. pipe wrench is designed for one-handed use and is lighter weight than standard pipe wrenches. It also has a slim profile so it can be used where other wrenches won’t fit, says the company.
The self-adjusting head instantly grabs and releases pipes. You position the wrench around the material, then press the head forward or pull up on the jaw to release and re-engage.
  Unlike conventional pipe wrenches that require turning a wheel to adjust the jaws, the self-adjusting wrench tightens against the pipe when you turn it one way and loosens when you turn it the other way.
  The wrench works with pipe from 5/8 to 1 1/2 in. in dia., including black-iron, galvanized, pvc, and copper. According to the manufacturer, it can also be used like a ratcheting tool to quickly tighten nuts, bolts, and couplings.



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2015 - Volume #39, Issue #6