1. To prevent over-tightening
Up to now, I have been using a combination of a KTC sliding head handle + extension bar like a T-type hexagonal spanner to remove and install the bolts and tapping screws that hold the cowl in place.
However, I wanted something a little more compact and bought this handle.
Also, the spring nut, which is often used on the R125, will break if the tapping screw is over-tightened.
So, this product, with its short handle, prevents over-tightening.
2. Product description
1) Overview
| Manufacturer/brand | KYOTO TOOL CO., LTD. / KTC |
| Parts Name | 9.5sq Handle |
| Parts Number | AB-53 |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Date of purchase | 10th May 2021 |
| Where to buy | Web store |
| New/used | New |
| Price buy [Yen] | 1,430 |
| Regular price [Yen] | 2,365 |
| Evaluation |
2) Appearance
<Composition>
Bag included.
＜Bit side＞
<Handle side>
3) Uses and specification
① Uses
Used for loosening and tightening bolts and nuts.
Often used with KTC hexagonal bit sockets BT3-04S.
＜Attached to BT3-04S＞
＜Attached to BT3-04L＞
② Specification
| Overall length | 115 mm |
| Handle length | 100 mm |
| Outer diameter | φ8 mm |
| Weight | 86 g (Actual measurements) |
3. Product Review
1) Good points
- The short handle makes it difficult to apply high torques (less likely to break the spring nut).
- Lightweight and easy to handle.
- I like the slightly rough surface finish that is consistent with KTC tools.
2) Unsatisfied points
- If the handle was about 10 mm longer, it would fit my hand just fine.
- I put it away in my toolbox with the KTC long hexagonal bit socket / BT03-04L on it, but it doesn’t fit into my toolbox. (I’m just not organized and tidy enough.)
4. Summary
It is lightweight, compact and easy to handle.
On the other hand, the handle is the part that touches your hand, so you may have your own preferences.
I choose KTC for my handles, but your own senses and preferences are also important.
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