Finding The Best Breaker Bars

A breaker bar uses the same amount of force as a ratchet but generates significantly higher torque due to the leverage you can achieve. This guide will help you determine how to find the best Breaker Bar as there are hundreds of options for break bars in the market.

Breakers Bars: Features You Need

1) Durability

The number one thing that matters when selecting a breaker bar is quality. You should pay attention to the material that the tool is made of. Only a breaker bar made of high-quality steel is worth your money. The options for high-quality steel are:

• Alloy steel
• Forged steel
• Chrome Steel

Another thing to pay attention to is the coating. A chrome coating will protect your new breaker bar from rust and give it that shiny look for years to come.

2) Comfort Grip:

The grip of the tool should be comfortable and firm in order not to slip from your hands. The handle should ideally have some texturing for improved grip. 

3) Leverage:

To get the job done, you will need the right amount of leverage. Breaker Bars use leverage to increase the amount of torque that is exerted on a nut or bolt. The longer the bar is, the higher the leverage and subsequently, the higher the torque. Although length is necessary, there is generally no need to buy the longest break bar you can get your hands on; usually, 16 to 24 inches should be enough for general use. An extendable breaker bar gives you the best of both worlds by enabling you get the perfect length no matter the job

4) Head Rotation

The head is the part of the tool that attaches to the nut or bolt that you are removing. A Breaker Bar that has a fully rotating head means it can spin 360 degrees. Look for a breaker bar that has a leader with at least 180 degrees of rotation. This will give you accessibility to tight and tricky spaces.

5) Size

If the question "What size breaker bar do I need" comes to your mind, Look for a size that is comfortable to use for you and store in your toolbox. Standard break bars are good but have one major downfall, their size. Getting an extendable Breaker Bar ensures that you will be able to store it in your toolbox and use the maximum length when fully extended. When dealing with tough nuts and bolts, you need the right quality tools.

6) Warranty

If you want peace of mind when making your purchase ensure that you check to see if the manufacturer has a satisfaction guarantee and/or a warranty. Professional-grade tools should have a warranty & guarantee if they are serious about their commitment to quality and strength in the quality of their tools. At Olsa Tools we have a standard 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and a Limited Lifetime Warranty. If you ever experience any problems with a purchase from us simply reach out by sending us an email to support@olsatools.com.

Summary

Hopefully, this guide has given you the insights that you need when it comes to making your purchase for a new breaker bar. Although there hundreds of breaker bars on the market, the Olsa Tools Extendable Breaker Bar offers all of these features! Check it out get the best Extendable Beaker Bar today!