{"id":5351,"date":"2023-01-11T16:08:59","date_gmt":"2023-01-11T16:08:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pvcworkshop.com\/?p=5351"},"modified":"2023-01-11T19:47:33","modified_gmt":"2023-01-11T19:47:33","slug":"pipe-wrench","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pvcworkshop.com\/pipe-wrench\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Pipe Wrench?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A pipe wrench (also known as the Stillson wrench or monkey wrench) is a commonly used plumbing tool<\/a> used often when working with pipes. It’s a versatile tool that is designed to grip and turn round surfaces such as pipes, fittings, and plugs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this blog post, we will explore the different types of pipe wrenches and their uses, and more. Whether you’re a professional plumber, a DIY enthusiast, or just looking to understand the different types of pipe wrenches, you’ll find valuable information in this post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is a pipe wrench?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Made of cast steel or aluminum, a pipe wrench is a tool that is used to grip rounded metal objects like pipes, bolts, or rods to tighten or loosen them. The pipe wrench comprises two serrated jaws, a hook jaw on the top, and a heel jaw piece at the bottom, which is connected to a handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tiny grooves or teeth on the jaws grip the rounded objects. The lower jaw can be adjusted so that when the wrench is tightened it fits the metal objects tightly and provides a firmer grip that enables you to turn the pipe, even when there is resistance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does a pipe wrench look like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is what a pipe wrench looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n

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Parts of a pipe wrench<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many different types of pipe wrenches in terms of types and sizes. The basic components of a pipe wrench include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n