Signaling Torque Wrenches

Type II – is preset to a specific setpoint, triggers a perceptible/audible signal when reached. The following variants can be encountered:

• Releasing torque wrench (aka "click type" or "clicker")
  - Target value is preset
  - Reaching the set value triggers a signal
  - Application of force must be stopped by the user
  
  
• Breaking torque wrench (aka "bending wrench" or "break-over")
  - Target value is preset
  - When the set value is reached, the spanner physically buckles; minimises vibration of assemblies
  - Application of force is interrupted
  
  
• Slipping torque wrench (aka "slipper" or "cam-over")
  - Target value is preset
  - Reaching the set value leads to mechanical overrun/slip
  - Force is interrupted