How to Choose the Most Suitable Oil Filter Wrench?

How to choose the most suitable oil filter wrench?

1. What is a oil filter wrench?

The oil filter wrench is a professional tool for removing the oil filter when changing the oil in the car. The diameter of a common disposable oil filter is more than 8cm, and the top is stamped into a polygonal body (like a large nut). A special oil filter wrench needs to be used during disassembly and assembly.

2. Clarify the required oil filter wrench size

1) Done by reading the owner's manual specifying the oil filter diameter

2) Find the oil filter diameter online by entering the car's detailed information (such as model name/number/brand, etc.)

3) Measure the outer diameter of the oil filter through the device, and then refer to the size chart of the oil filter wrench

3. Understand the different types of oil filter wrenches

1) Oil Filter Wrench Cup: similar to a large socket, used to remove filters of different models, usually assembled in sets.

The cup-type oil filter wrench is like a large sleeve, mostly in the form of a set, as shown in.

Cup-type oil filter wrenches of different sizes can be used to remove the oil filters of different models.

When using a cup-type oil filter wrench, place it on the polygonal body at the top of the oil filter, and use a socket wrench to disassemble it, as shown in.

This type is durable and has a longer service life. Additionally, the chance of damaging or deforming the oil filter during disassembly is almost zero. This type of wrench fits perfectly on the oil filter and helps in easy removal.

2)Oil Filter Pliers : It is a modified product of pliers, and its use method is the same as carp pliers.

The oil filter wrench is another special wrench for oil filter disassembly and assembly. This oil filter wrench can be said to be a modified product of pliers, and its usage is different from that of carp.

The pliers feature adjustable jaws to power even the most difficult filters. The long handle facilitates access to the oil filter in hard-to-reach locations.

The only problem with this wrench is that it can be difficult to catch an oil leak if it occurs. Your hands could slip, injuring yourself or damaging the parts inside.

3 )Strap wrenches / Band wrenches / Chain wrench:The structure is an adjustable-sized ring, and the inner side of the ring is designed to be serrated.

The ring-shaped oil filter wrench shows an adjustable-sized ring, and the inner side of the ring is designed to be serrated. When in use, put the ring-shaped oil filter wrench on the polygonal body on the top of the oil filter, pull it to the handle, and the adjustable-sized ring will be appropriately stuck on the polygonal body according to the size of the oil filter, so as to smoothly complete the disassembly and assembly tasks.

4) Spider Wrench: It needs to be used with a socket handle or wrench.

It is designed with a planetary gear transmission mechanism inside, which can automatically adjust the size of the three-claw according to the size of the oil filter.

So as to smoothly complete the disassembly and assembly of the oil filter.

5) Cap Wrench: It is seamlessly interlocked with the oil filter and does not damage the filter. It needs to be equipped with corresponding specifications according to different models.

The cap-type oil filter wrench is easy to disassemble and install using a ratchet wrench, and can be tightened using a torque wrench.

Each of these wrenches works uniquely and you should keep the following things in mind before you narrow down your choice for either of them:

· Filter Size

· Location of the oil filter

· Number of flutes on the oil filter cap

· Utility

· Durability

· Number of vehicles you are dealing with

· Price

· Space available around/surrounding the oil filter