Carlyle 18mm 6 Point Combination Wrench (CCWFP018M)

Description

Genuine Carlyle · Part no. CCWFP018M

Photo shows the range. Size as stated.

Carlyle's CCWFP018M is an 18mm combination spanner with a 6-point ring, the grip to choose on rusty 18mm suspension and brake carrier bolts. The ring is set at a 15 degree offset and the open jaw has anti-slip, radiused corners. Packed length 237 mm, enough for a strong steady pull.

Good to know

• Why 6-point for chassis bolts? They sit in spray and salt and their heads corrode. A 6-point ring pushes on the flats, keeping hold where a 12-point could slip and round the head.
• What if the head is already rounded? Lightly worn corners will often still turn with a 6-point ring; a badly rounded head needs a bolt extractor.
• Is a ring spanner enough for a seized carrier bolt? Soak it first. If penetrating oil and a steady pull don't free it, use a socket and breaker bar, never a pipe on the spanner.

Which one?

The Carlyle 13 Piece 6 Point Combination Wrench Set 7mm to 19mm (CCW613M) covers 7mm to 19mm in 6-point; for clean bolts, the 12-point Carlyle 18mm 12 Point Combination Wrench (CCWFP118M) needs less swing.

Key features

• 6-point ring grips the flats
• 15 degree offset ring end
• Anti-slip open jaw, radiused corners
• Hot-forged steel
• Chrome finish

Specification

Brand	Carlyle
Part number	CCWFP018M
Weight	0.10 kg
Packed size	237 x 39 x 11 mm
Size	18mm
Ring end	6 point, 15 degree offset