Good torque wrench model for low-medium torque range?

[spoulson]

Does anybody make a good (and affordable?) torque wrench that can do in-lbs and up to, say, 50 ft-lbs?

I'm looking for a good tool to do the medium-low duty torque settings for things like trans cases, intake manifolds, etc. I already have an SK 1/2" wrench that starts at 50 ft-lbs that does the job for heavy duty. But, SK doesn't seem to have one wrench that'll do everything below 50 ft-lbs.

 

I use craftsman, similar to these models.

ft lbs

in lbs

1 inch pound force = 0.0833333333 foot pounds

 

[number3]

I have a Craftsman and a Husky

 

[Dan D]

I have a craftsman beam and a proto dial in 3/8th.
The dial is a little more accurate but requires more frequent calibration. For non engine items I like the beam for that reason. For engine fasteners and other critical items, I like the dial. There's a big price difference too.

 

Well as a technician you can't beat snap-ons calibrated precision torque wrenches. Given they are about 500 dollars they are worth all the money I have had mine for about two years now and its still dead on torqueing.

 

[nickbuilt]

snap-on tech angle digital torque wrench either 3/8 or 1/2 inch I personally own both there awesome!

-nick

 

[FlyingEagle]

^ Seconded, as I use an Angle Tech Wrench 3/8" as well. Pricey though.