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Wrenches are an essential type of hand tool that should be found in any home’s toolbox. Their main purpose is to help turn nuts, bolts, and other threaded fasteners by force, usually by the user's hand, to fasten objects in place. Shop Ace for a selection of wrenches and wrench sets today.

Common Kinds of Wrenches

Wrenches are available in several basic types, all suitable for slightly different tasks and situations. Some of the most common ones you'll find in a well-equipped tool set include:

  • Torque wrench: Used when a specific force is needed to open or close a fastener, torque wrenches report the level of turning force that's applied using a dial, readout or clicking noise so that the correct amount can be used for the task.
  • Open-end wrenches: Also known as flat wrenches, open-end wrenches are very common and consist of a fixed pair of jaws that fit around a bolt or fastener. They're also available in full wrench sets of different sizes to suit a range of standard nuts and bolts.
  • Box-end or socket wrenches: Made with a circular toothed design that fits completely around the nut or bolt, socket wrenches give a firmer grip while also reducing the risk of damaging the fastener. However, they can only be used on an end nut or head, where the wrench can be slid completely over the fastener.
  • Combination wrench: With open jaws at one end and a box end at the other, combination wrenches often have both ends fitting the same size of nut or bolt.
  • Adjustable wrenches: Allowing you to open or close the jaw depending on the fastener you are trying to tighten, adjustable wrenches are also great for use in tight spaces. They are also known as crescent wrenches and can be used on both square and hexagonal nuts.
  • Pipe wrench: A pipe wrench can be self-tightened and has serrated jaws to grip pipe and pipe fittings more securely. Most pipe wrenches have an adjustable upper jaw to make them fit a wide range of pipe sizes.

Ratcheting vs. Non-Ratcheting Wrenches

A ratchet mechanism lets the wrench head rotate freely in one direction while gripping tightly when moved in the other. This allows the tool to be used in tighter spots without removing it from the fastener between turns, and it also reduces damage to the fastener by keeping the contact steady. Ratchet versions of most wrench types are available, including box-end, open-end, pipe and adjustable.

Wrench Sets for Versatile Convenience

A single adjustable wrench can cover a lot of ground, but for full versatility, buying a wrench set makes a lot of sense. A good imperial or metric wrench set will include open and socket wrenches covering all the important standard fastener sizes, and many will also include other options such as ratcheting wrenches, adjustable wrenches and more.

Shop Individual Wrenches and Full Wrench Sets at Ace

Complete your tools collection with essential wrenches and wrench sets from Ace, covering all the major types in both standard imperial and metric sizes. Whether you're looking to replace old wrenches or buy your first set, head into Ace for some great options from leading brands like Crescent, Milwaukee, Craftsman and more!