Blue Spot Tools 18 Piece Metric Mixed Combination Spanner Set (6-19mm) 04118

Blue Spot Tools 18 Piece Metric Assorted Spanner Set

MPN: 04118

Barcode: 5028734041187

Size: 6-19mm

Weight: 1.35kg

Overview:

This set from Blue Spot Tools gives you 12 combination spanners and 6 stubby spanners in metric sizes from 6mm to 19mm. Every piece is made from chrome vanadium steel with a nickel chrome mirror-polished finish.

Each combination spanner has an open end on one side and a ring end on the other. The ring end grips all six flats of a hex fastener for a firm hold on higher-torque work. The open-end positions around the fastener quickly, where space allows.

All 18 pieces can be stored in the included plastic rack, keeping each spanner in order and ready to use.

What's Included

• 12 Piece Traditional Combination Spanners: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19mm
• 6 Piece Stubby Combination Spanners: 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15mm

Key Features and Benefits

• Chrome Vanadium Steel: CrV steel maintains the jaw profile under torque, so the spanner grips correctly on repeated use.
• Corrosion-Resistant Plating: The nickel chrome plating protects the steel from rust and moisture damage.
• Mirror-Polished Surface: The polished finish repels grease and grime, keeping each piece quick to wipe clean.
• Stubby Spanners for Confined Spaces: The shorter-handled spanners reach fasteners in tight gaps where a full-length tool cannot swing freely.
• Plastic Storage Rack: Every spanner sits in its own slot on the rack, making it straightforward to locate the right size.
• Lifetime Guarantee: Blue Spot Tools backs this set with its manufacturer's lifetime guarantee.

Specs & Attributes

• Material: Chrome vanadium steel
• Finish: Nickel chrome mirror-polished
• Number of Pieces: 18 (12 traditional + 6 stubby)
• Size Range: 6-19mm
• Weight: 1.35kg

Typical Applications

• Automotive servicing and engine bay work
• Bicycle and motorcycle maintenance
• Plumbing pipe and fitting connections
• Workshop machinery maintenance
• Home appliance repair and assembly
• General mechanical repairs

How to Use

• Select the Size: Match the spanner size to the flat-to-flat measurement across the nut or bolt head.

• Choose the Right End: Use the open end to position around the fastener quickly. Switch to the ring end for a firmer hold where space allows.

• Use a Stubby for Tight Spaces: If the space around the fastener is too restricted for a standard-length spanner, use one of the six stubby sizes.

• Apply Torque: Push or pull the handle steadily. Avoid applying excessive force, particularly on the smaller sizes.

• Return to the Rack: Place each spanner back into its slot on the storage rack after use.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a combination spanner?
  The name "combination" comes from the tool having two different end types on a single handle. One end is open-ended, and the other is a closed ring - both sized to fit the same fastener. This means you can switch between the two ends mid-task without putting the tool down or reaching for another spanner.

• What is chrome vanadium steel?
  Chrome vanadium (CrV) is an alloy steel that contains chromium and vanadium. It offers high tensile strength and resistance to wear. These properties make it a widely used material in hand tools such as spanners and sockets.

• What is a stubby spanner used for?
  A stubby spanner is a shorter-handled version of a standard combination spanner. The compact length lets you work in tight spaces where a standard handle cannot complete a full arc. Stubby spanners provide less leverage than full-length versions, so they suit finishing tightening rather than breaking a seized fastener loose.

• What do the millimetre markings on a spanner mean?
  The number on a spanner refers to the width across flats (AF). This is the distance between two parallel sides of the nut or bolt head that the tool is designed to fit. A 17mm spanner, for example, fits a nut measuring 17mm across its flat faces.

• What is the difference between a spanner and a wrench?
  In the UK, these tools are called spanners. In North America, the same tools are called wrenches. Both terms refer to the same type of hand tool - the difference is regional terminology only.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 18 Piece Metric Assorted Spanner Set (04118) covers sizes from 6mm to 19mm. It includes 12 standard combination spanners and 6 stubby versions in chrome vanadium steel. Nickel chrome plating protects against corrosion, and Blue Spot Tools backs the set with their manufacturer's lifetime guarantee.