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What size Allen key required for Rad Valve extensions?
I recently bought a (Fixed, 20mm) Rad valve extension for the first time. I
saw that it required an allen key for fitting and assumed that my standard Radiator Key would fit. Not so, to my surprise and also that of the plumbers merchant I bought th extension from. It looks like it need an Allen key of around 11.5mm AF. Is there an imperial equivalent size, and where do I get a key to fit please? Thanks Jon N |
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What size Allen key required for Rad Valve extensions?
The Night Tripper wrote:
I recently bought a (Fixed, 20mm) Rad valve extension for the first time. I saw that it required an allen key for fitting and assumed that my standard Radiator Key would fit. Not so, to my surprise and also that of the plumbers merchant I bought th extension from. It looks like it need an Allen key of around 11.5mm AF. Is there an imperial equivalent size, and where do I get a key to fit please? Thanks Jon N 7/16 is 11.1mm The other way is a flat steel strip filed to fit across opposite corners of the hexagon. Bob |
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What size Allen key required for Rad Valve extensions?
On Jun 15, 6:17*pm, The Night Tripper wrote:
I recently bought a (Fixed, 20mm) Rad valve extension for the first time. I saw that it required an allen key for fitting and assumed that my standard Radiator Key would fit. Not so, to my surprise and also that of the plumbers merchant I bought th extension from. It looks like it need an Allen key of around 11.5mm AF. Is there an imperial equivalent size, and where do I get a key to fit please? * * Thanks * * Jon N There is a pukka tool to do the job it has a tapered hexagon at one end and a square with a recess at the other with a tommy bar in the middle. I think Monument make them and sell through Wolsely Centres plus other outlets. |
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What size Allen key required for Rad Valve extensions?
Hi there
thanks for the replies. I've now seen the Monument tool (search for "universal radiator key". I might measure the size properly (when I find my vernier) and buy a corresponding imperial Allen Key, if that's what it turns out to be - there are plenty on eBay. I recently inherited my late Father's extensive tool collection, including boxes and boxes of Allen keys, but surprisingly don't seem to have one to fit. Regards Jon N |
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What size Allen key required for Rad Valve extensions?
Hi John
John Rumm wrote: The proper keys also usually have an end to deal with those that have a square section rather than hex. yes, my 'non-universal but standard' key has one of those. It was that key which doesn't fit, to my initial surprise. I've measured the size as a 'just a whisker under 12mm' AF. My 12mm Socket head just doesn't fit. Bob minchin's suggestion of 7/16" sounds like it might be a bit small, but probably worth trying. I'm still surprised they make these adapters with such an unusual size hole... Thanks Jon N |
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