K553 Digital Torque Adapter, 1/2-Inch 12 to 250 ft·lbs, Buzzer/LED Flash Notification, Dual Direction

I bought this to check the calibration of my click style torque wrench from Harbor Freight. The were both within a few pounds of each other, which I took as a good sign. This is easy to use, and unlike other battery powered torque wrenches I’ve used, this one uses bigger batteries, which means the battery doesn’t die. (This should be a no brainer, so I’m not sure why other products use tiny battery that only let you torque one lug.) Anyway, if you’ve tried other digital torque wrenches and had the same experience as me, then I recommend this one. It works well, and the battery doesn’t die. I played with it a while to figure out all the settings, and once I understood everything I have to say this little item is a fantastic addition to my toolbox. I’m really pleased!

I used this to install roof rails and a trailer hitch on my car. This required a range of torques from 3ft-lbs, 9ft-lbs, 23ft-lbs, 47ft-lbs, and 72ft-lbs. This device worked great for this application. Even though this device will only "alert" at a minimum of 5ft-lbs, it will still display the lower torque range (0 - 5 ft-lbs).I borrowed a neighbor's torque wrench for sanity with the higher torque on the trailer hitch (47/72ft-lbs) and this was accurate to within 0.2 ft-lbs. I also used the tape measure / luggage scale hack for the lower torques and this seemed accurate enough.While this device isn't large, it definitely adds some bulk to the wrench head and could be difficult to use in tight spaces. The fact that it's a cube and not cylindrical also means that I had to unseat the socket and back out a few times. That said, I had minimal issue fitting it into some tight spaces under the car and was able to successfully complete the job.Overall I'm super happy with this purchase.

Documentation is horrible. Read doc from other manufacturers of similar torque meters. Great value for 250 ft-lbs job! Mine has a strange quirk that is quite annoying. While using a breaker tightening some overhead structural bolts, if the device was allowed to "slide back" due to gravity on the 1/2" drive and "tap" the wrench shaft, the device would turn itself off without notice. I'm not kidding. You have to keep the device window facing you at all times so you can positively know the device is actually "ON" before you start to apply force. If I was using this daily or weekly I would find an alternative. I compared to a traditional click wrench and it was consistently lower by 4 ft-lbs between 40-120 ft-lbs. Don't know which tool is correct in absolute terms however they are consistent. Again, I think good value for the price and occasional use. One final thought packaging is above average. Battery compartment is held together with 4 tiny screws. Fortunately they supply the screwdriver and the case contains a screwdriver AND a spot for extra batteries. You won't lose the pieces..

This was my first digital torque meter and I REALLY wished I had purchased one years ago. I liked this one because of its compact/complete package and use of AA batteries versus the much smaller CR sized batteries most of the others use. I have used this about 25 “readings/torques”, and the batteries are just now telling me they are running out.The ONLY thing I don’t like about this is that the setting must be reactivated nearly every time after one bolt is torqued because it “times out” after about 60-seconds and, unless you have consecutive bolts next to each other, it is shuts off before you move to the next location and bolt!Definitely check the setting before each torque to validate it is “ON” before torquing because it doeas have multiple memory slots for various torque settings and you could have accidentally pushed a button while moving around to the next bolt.Overall, I wish it had a longer delay befor shut off, but having the use of AA batteries gives this brand a winning edge over most of its competitors. Other brand complaints were often continued battery replacement with the much smaller CR type batteries. The larger AA size obviously have a much longer reserve. I am guessing these meters draw a lot of juice and why this brand has the 60-second battery saver design!Overall, after using this for several weeks now, I have been satisfied.Oh yea, one more thing, being a square you have to be creative in using this in a few “tight” situations with extensions or flex sockets. So far, I have been able to find the right sockets to enable its use in all situations.

Price is great. The stiff rubber helps to grip the ground. Fitting appears perfect.Slipped off the pole several times during 5 hour trail walking. May need some silicone glue to make it stay better but have to not tried.

As in title, this is accurate and easy to use and learn. It is sensitive. Begins reading as soon as there's pressure. The LEDs are handy but beware, you need to slow down when the yellow/orange light comes on. I think it's about 5lbs before the set limit, but you can easily go past it if you're cranking on it. A little much to pay for what it does - compared to the old clicker wrenches. Have to see how well it holds up long-term, but historically I don't use torque wrenches too often, so for me, it should last a long time. I used it to re-torque my ATV wheels as a test run. I am pleased with it.

This is a great torque driver offering a wide torque range. The digital screen will show torques below the 5 in-lbs. minimum so hopefully that will answer some questions and it was spot-on accurate when compared with another torque driver I had.I decided to return this, however, because I found myself reaching for another torque driver that featured a T bar. Trying to torque something higher than 45 in-lbs. is really difficult with this without fear of damaging the digital screen when using as grip leverage.Overall I'd recommend as a value-priced digital torque driver, but I didn't need another one in my tool bag at this time.

Cada vez que le conectas el dado o el manera o un adaptador. El equipo se apaga completamente. Es muy dudoso qué realmente este bien calibrado el equipo para el apriete a la escala de medida que se. En pocas palabras No lo recomiendo. Busquen otro aunque cueste más o no compren nada.