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	Length Length

	Width Width

	Maximum Thickness Maximum Thickness

	Minimum Thickness Minimum Thickness

1/32"

3/32"

1/8"

	Shape Shape

Straight

Fork

Curved

	Weight Weight

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	For Drill Chuck Jacobs Taper Number For Drill Chuck Jacobs Taper Number

	Opening Width Opening Width

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	For Screw Size For Screw Size

	For Use With For Use With

	Wedge Texture Wedge Texture

Smooth

Ridged

	ID ID

	Finish Finish

Hot-Dipped
Galvanized

	For Door Material For Door Material

Metal

Wood

	Container Type Container Type

Plastic Box

Metal Case

	Color Color

	Yellow
	Orange
	Silver
	Brown Woodgrain
	Red

	Number of Pieces Number of Pieces

252

	For Minimum Hammer Head Weight For Minimum Hammer Head Weight

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About Hammers

About Washers

Make quick height adjustments. Use wedges in pairs for parallel adjustment. Also known as fox and flange wedges.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Steel
Lg.	Wd.	Thick.	Weight		Each
3"	1"	1/8"-1/4"	3 oz.	000000	00000
5"	1"	3/32"-1/2"	6 oz.	000000	0000
6"	1 1/4"	1/8"-3/4"	11 oz.	000000	0000
8"	1 5/8"	1/8"-1"	1 5/8 lbs.	000000	00000
11"	7/8"	3/32"-7/8"	1 1/2 lbs.	000000	00000
12"	2 1/2"	3/32"-1 1/2"	5 1/4 lbs.	000000	00000

Forked Wedges

Forked Wedge

Forked Wedge with Internal Sliding Ram Bar

Like the claw end of a hammer around a nail, these wedges grip studs or rods from both sides to give you leverage for prying apart two joined components. They’re often used to separate ball joints and tie rod ends in suspension and steering systems. Also known as pickle forks.

For 11”, 12”, and 16” long wedges, strike the wide, flat base with a hammer until the forked end pries apart the joint.

The 36 1/2” long wedges have an internal sliding ram bar that eliminates the need for a hammer, making them safer for your hands. The ram bar also hits more forcefully and directly than a hammer. With interchangeable forks, these wedges allow you to choose the appropriate forks to use for the task at hand.

Wedges							1 5/8" Replacement Forks		2" Replacement Forks
Lg.	Wd.	Thick.	Opening Wd.	Weight, lbs.		Each		Each		Each
Steel
11"	1 3/4"	1/32"-7/8"	1 1/8"	1 3/4	0000000	000000	000000	00	000000	00
11"	2"	1/32"-7/8"	1 3/8"	1 7/8	0000000	00000	000000	00	000000	00
12"	1 5/8"	1/32"-7/8"	3/4"	1 1/4	0000000	00000	000000	00	000000	00
12"	2"	1/32"-7/8"	1"	1 1/4	0000000	00000	000000	00	000000	00
16"	1 3/8"	1/32"-7/8"	5/8"	1 3/4	0000000	00000	000000	00	000000	00
16"	1 5/8"	1/32"-7/8"	7/8"	2 7/8	0000000	00000	000000	00	000000	00
Steel with Internal Sliding Ram Bar
36 1/2"	1 5/8",2"	1/32"-7/8"	5/8",7/8"	11	0000000	000000	0000000	000000	0000000	000000

Curved Wedges

Wedge

Wedge with Tether Hole

These tools are often used for lifting and aligning machinery or to separate pipe flanges. They’re also known as banana wedges.

When used with a tether (not included), wedges with a tether hole help keep tools close and prevent them from accidentally falling.

Steel
Lg.	Wd.	Thick.	Weight, lbs.	Features	Tether Hole Dia.		Each
12"	7/8"	3/32"-7/8"	1 1/2	__	__	000000	000000
12"	7/8"	3/32"-7/8"	1 1/2	Tether Hole	1/4"	000000	00000

Wood-Splitting Wedges

The short, tapered tip is ideal for splitting, separating, and holding wood.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Steel
Lg.	Wd.	Thick.	Weight, lbs.		Each
7 1/2"	2 1/4"	1/32"-1 1/4"	3	000000	000000
8 1/2"	2 1/4"	1/32"-1 3/8"	4	000000	00000
9"	2 1/2"	1/32"-1 1/2"	5	000000	00000
10"	2 5/8"	1/32"-1 5/8"	6	000000	00000
11"	2 7/8"	1/32"-2"	8	000000	00000

Flange Spreaders with Ratcheting Handle

Unlike other flange spreaders that need to be used in pairs, it only takes one of these easy-to-use tools to separate stubborn flanges.

For Flange Class (Pipe Size)	Pin Dia.	Material		Each
150 (2-20) 300 (2-6)	3/4"	Nickel-Plated Steel	0000000	000000000
150 (12-72) 300 (2-42)	3/4"	Nickel-Plated Steel	0000000	00000000
400 (2-24) 600 (2-20) 900 (2-16) 1500 (2-8) 2500 (2-5)	3/4"	Nickel-Plated Steel	0000000	00000000

Wrench-Driven Flange Spreaders

Insert the support rod into a flange bolt hole and turn the hex bolt to drive the spreader. These spreaders must be used in pairs for even distribution of pressure.

Spreaders							Replacement Spreaders
For Flange Class (Pipe Size)	Wrench Size Required	Material	Finish	Color		Pair		Each
150 (2-6) 300 (3/4-2 1/2)	1 1/2"	Steel	Painted	Orange	00000000	0000000	00000000	0000000
150 (5-16) 300 (2 1/2-6)	1 1/2"	Steel	Painted	Orange	00000000	000000	00000000	000000
150 (14-42) 300 (10-22)	1 5/8"	Steel	Painted	Orange	00000000	000000	00000000	000000
150 (22-42) 300 (16-36)	1 5/8"	Steel	Painted	Orange	00000000	000000	00000000	000000

T-Handle Flange Spreaders

Place the hooks in flange bolt holes and turn the T-handle. These spreaders must be used in pairs for even distribution of pressure.

For Flange Class (Pipe Size)	Material		Pair
125 (2-20) 150 (2-20) 250 (1-12) 300 (3/4-12)	Black-Oxide Steel	0000000	0000000
125 (16-48) 150 (18-24) 250 (12-30) 300 (12-24)	Black-Oxide Steel	0000000	000000

Leveling Washers for I-Beams

Mounted on an I-Beam

Commonly called beveled washers, these are tapered to fit inside an I-beam's flange to provide a parallel bearing surface.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Thick.
For Screw Size	ID	Wd.	(A)	(B)	Hardness	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Steel
1/2"	0.546"	1.750"	0.438"	0.188"	Rockwell C38	5	000000000	000000
5/8"	0.702"	1.750"	0.438"	0.188"	Rockwell C38	5	000000000	00000
3/4"	0.827"	1.750"	0.438"	0.188"	Rockwell C38	5	000000000	00000
7/8"	0.952"	1.750"	0.438"	0.188"	Rockwell C38	5	000000000	00000
1"	1.140"	1.750"	0.438"	0.188"	Rockwell C38	5	000000000	00000

Metric Leveling Washers for I-Beams

Mounted on an I-Beam

Commonly called beveled washers, these are tapered to fit inside an I-beam's flange to provide a parallel bearing surface.

Zinc-plated steel washers are coated for corrosion resistance in wet environments.

Hot-dipped galvanized steel washers are ten times more corrosion resistant than zinc-plated washers.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Thick., mm
For Screw Size	ID, mm	Wd., mm	(A)	(B)	Hardness	Specifications Met	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Zinc-Plated Steel
M8	9.0	22.0	4.6	1.5	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	10	000000000	00000
M10	11.0	22.0	4.6	1.5	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	10	000000000	0000
M12	14.0	26.0	6.2	2.0	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	10	000000000	00000
M16	18.0	32.0	7.5	2.5	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	10	000000000	00000
M20	22.0	40.0	9.2	3.0	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	5	000000000	00000
M24	26.0	56.0	10.8	3.0	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	1	000000000	0000
Hot-Dipped Galvanized Steel
M8	9.0	22.0	4.6	1.5	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	10	000000000	0000
M10	11.0	22.0	4.6	1.5	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	5	000000000	0000
M12	14.0	26.0	6.2	2.0	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	5	000000000	0000
M16	18.0	32.0	7.5	2.5	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	5	000000000	0000
M20	22.0	40.0	9.2	3.0	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	1	000000000	0000
M24	26.0	56.0	10.8	3.0	Rockwell B52	DIN 435	1	000000000	0000

Drill Chuck Removal Wedges

Remove taper mount drill chucks from arbors and spindles. Place one wedge on each side of the chuck, and then hammer each wedge end until the chuck releases.

For Drill Chuck Jacobs Taper Number	Material	Includes		Each
1	Steel	Set of Two Wedges	00000000	000000
2	Steel	Set of Two Wedges	00000000	00000
3	Steel	Set of Two Wedges	00000000	00000
6	Steel	Set of Two Wedges	00000000	00000

Wheel Chocks

Keep wheels stationary while loading, unloading, and servicing vehicles. Chocks for wheel diameters 30" and larger are typically used for commercial vehicles, including semi-trucks and tractors. Chocks for wheel diameters under 30" are for use on small cars, trucks, and vans.

(P) Two Chocks Shown (Sold Separately)

	For Max. Wheel Dia.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Material	Color	For Max. Vehicle Wt., lbs.	Features		Each
M	30"	9 15/16"	9 13/16"	8 1/4"	Powder-Coated Steel	Yellow	Not Rated	10-ft. Long Chain	0000000	000000
P	30"	9 1/2"	7 1/2"	8 5/8"	Powder-Coated Steel	Yellow	Not Rated	__	0000000	00000
T	32"	10 3/4"	8"	9"	Powder-Coated Steel	Yellow	Not Rated	1/2" Dia. Hole	000000	00000

Hammer Handle Wedge Assortments

These assortments include wedges for different sizes of hammer as well as axes. Drive wedges into the tool's handle to create a snug fit with the head.

No. of Pieces	Includes	Material	Wedge Texture	Container Type		Each
252	36 Small Hammer Wedges 36 Nail Hammer Wedges 36 Large Hammer Wedges 36 Sledge Wedges 12 Ax Wedges 12 Round Wedges (9/16" Diameter) 12 Round Wedges (3/4" Diameter) 72 Steel Rivets (3/16" Diameter × 1 5/8" Long)	Steel	Smooth	Plastic Box	000000	000000

Hammer Handle Wedges

Drive these wedges into the handle of your hammer or axe to create a snug fit for the head.

For Use With	For Hammer Wt.	Lg.	Wd.	Thick.	Material	Wedge Texture	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Small Hammers	2 oz.-6 oz.	13/16"	5/16"	1/32"-1/8"	Steel	Ridged	36	000000	000000
Nail Hammers	4 oz.-24 oz.	1 1/16"	1/2"	1/32"-1/8"	Steel	Ridged	36	000000	00000
Large Hammers	2 lbs.-8 lbs.	1 1/16"	3/4"	1/32"-1/8"	Steel	Ridged	36	000000	00000
Sledges	3 1/2 lbs.-16 lbs.	1 1/16"	1"	1/32"-1/8"	Steel	Ridged	36	000000	00000
Axes	3 lbs.-5 lbs.	1 3/16"	1 1/4"	1/32"-1/8"	Steel	Ridged	12	000000	00000

Door Wedges

Steel

Slide these wedges under the door to hold it open.

Wedges with a rubber cushion are nonskid for an extra measure of stability.

				Each
Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Color		Each
Steel with Rubber Cushion
4 1/2"	1 1/4"	1"	Silver	0000000	000000
4 1/2"	1 1/4"	1 1/8"	Brown Woodgrain	0000000	0000

Door Barricades

Stop unauthorized personnel from opening doors in your facility—these barricades help you meet lockdown regulations and advisory protocols. Installed at floor level, they can’t be removed even if an intruder breaks through door glass. They’re easily put in place, no ladder required.

Portable

Portable

Spacer Set (Included with Portable Barricade)

Portable barricades are lightweight and require no tools for installation, so they can be moved to any door at a moment’s notice. When the door is pushed, the gripping foot wedges into the ground for a secure hold. For additional security, place the included spacer set in the gap above your door. These barricades are only compatible with inward-swinging doors.

Overall
Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Min. Door-to-Floor Clearance	For Door Opening Direction	Includes		Each
Steel
3 7/8"	2 3/4"	7 9/16"	1/8"	Opens Toward You	Carrying Bag, Spacer Set	0000000	000000

Wedge-Lock Wire Rope End Fittings—For Lifting

Also known as open wedge sockets, these end fittings require only a torque wrench to install. To install, wrap the wire rope around the removable wedge before securing it inside the body. A wire rope clamp attached through the top hole in the wedge secures the short (dead) end.

Two additional holes at the bottom of the wedge can be used as a "go/no go" gauge to determine the proper rope size. The wire rope should pass through the "go" hole and not through the "no go" hole.

Warning: Fittings must match rope diameter and be installed correctly to obtain maximum holding power. Test all assemblies for required strength before use. Do not use with coated rope unless the coating is removed.

Fittings
For Wire Rope									Replacement Wedges		Replacement Pins
Dia.	Construction	Clevis Inside Wd.	For Pin Dia.	Required Torque, ft.-lbs.	Capacity	Specifications Met		Each		Each		Each
Red-Painted Steel
3/8"	18 × 7 IWRC 19 × 7 Strand Core 6 × 19 Fiber Core 6 × 19 IWRC 6 × 26 IWRC 6 × 37 IWRC 6 × 7 Fiber Core 7 × 19 IWRC 7 × 19 Strand Core 7 × 7 Strand Core	13/16"	13/16"	45	80% of the Rope's Capacity	ASME B30.26, Fed. Spec. RR-S-550E	0000000	0000000	0000000	000000	0000000	00000
1/2"	18 × 7 IWRC 19 × 7 Strand Core 6 × 19 Fiber Core 6 × 19 IWRC 6 × 26 IWRC 6 × 37 IWRC 6 × 7 Fiber Core 7 × 19 IWRC 7 × 19 Strand Core 7 × 7 Strand Core	1"	1"	65	80% of the Rope's Capacity	ASME B30.26, Fed. Spec. RR-S-550E	0000000	000000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
5/8"	18 × 7 IWRC 19 × 7 Strand Core 6 × 19 Fiber Core 6 × 19 IWRC 6 × 26 IWRC 6 × 37 IWRC 6 × 7 Fiber Core 7 × 19 IWRC 7 × 19 Strand Core 7 × 7 Strand Core	1 1/4"	1 7/32"	95	80% of the Rope's Capacity	ASME B30.26, Fed. Spec. RR-S-550E	0000000	000000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000
3/4"	18 × 7 IWRC 19 × 7 Strand Core 6 × 19 Fiber Core 6 × 19 IWRC 6 × 26 IWRC 6 × 37 IWRC 6 × 7 Fiber Core 7 × 19 IWRC 7 × 19 Strand Core 7 × 7 Strand Core	1 1/2"	1 13/32"	130	80% of the Rope's Capacity	ASME B30.26, Fed. Spec. RR-S-550E	0000000	000000	0000000	00000	0000000	00000