Park Tool TW-6 Ratcheting Torque Wrench

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Carbon frames, carbon seatposts, carbon saddles, carbon cranks, carbon bars, carbon stems, seems like everything is being made out of carbon these days. That being said, carbon has a very specific tolerance for torque which can’t be exceeded. This is why I have decided to purchase my very own torque wrench set. After getting a Park Tool TW-5 wrench, I chose to go with the Park Tool TW-6 for the higher-end torque speced parts. After several months of use, I’m glad I did. Here are my impressions on the masterpiece:

Features

Just like most torque wrenches in this category, the TW-6 has a torque range of 12-60 newton meters (115-530” lbs) and can be adjusted within 0.2 Nm (1.8 “ lbs) increments. To adjust the torque settings, simply pull down on the bottom tab and twist. The bottom tab stays pulled out which is a nice feature to have if adjusting towards the higher range of the wrenches’ capabilities.

Park tool added a quick Nm to “ lb conversion chart on the inside of the torque wrench that makes getting the right torque settings quick and easy

In addition to this, the TW-6 wrench has a very easy-to-read gauge so you know exactly what torque it is set at.

The ratchet comes with a 3/8” socket size. The 3/8” adaptor is nice because more socket attachments are this size.

The main reason I chose to go with the Park Tool TW-6 is because of the overall quality. I have friends that have owned theirs for 3+ years and they are just as smooth and accurate as the day they got them. Although Park Tool only offers a 1 year warranty on their torque wrenches, I have had good customer service experiences with them on other items and doubt they wouldn’t take care of a defect after that 1 year mark.

Bottom Line

I purchased the Park Tool TW-6 torque wrench because of the quality and functions it has. Backed behind one of the most reputable companies in bicycle tools, I felt I couldn’t have gone wrong. I have been very pleased with my experience with this wrench and would recommend it to anybody. The fact that JensonUSA currently has it for 10% off isn’t too bag either.