Short Arm Hex Keys

Size: 5/32

Made in the USA.

Allen Wrenches, also called hex keys, Allen keys or hex wrenches, are a six-sided wrench designed to drive an internal hexagonal drive style. Hex keys are most recognized by their L shape wrench. These size sided L shape wrenches have many benefits making them the tool of choice for many who use socket cap screws. Due to the similar look of most hex keys, most find a labeled set to be the most efficient. The term Allen is actually a manufacturing company who makes these wrenches, the generic term for an Allen wrench is a hex key.

Due to the nature of hex keys, they are also the only drive style that is used with headless screws (set screws). L shaped hex keys are extremely light tools that can fit into very tight spacing. This has made them exceedingly popular on bicycles, motorcycles and in furniture sets alike. Often furniture manufacturers will make all connections use the same size hex cap screw and simply include the wrench. Bicycle enthusiasts often carry a set of hex wrenches with them for on the go repairs.