[Shop-talk] What's the deal with impact torx sockets?

[Jeff Scarbrough]

"WHY DO THEY USE TORX IN HIGH TORQUE APPLICATIONS?"

Umm, because they are exceeding the spec?  The biggest Torx bit I've
ever needed was a T30.  Max torque is around 25 lb-ft.

What the heck are you working on that you're a.) needing an impact?
and b.) snapping bits?  Something doesn't sound normal.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torx

On Sun, May 30, 2021 at 7:18 AM <eric at megageek.com> wrote:
>
> OK, first, WHY DO THEY USE TORX IN HIGH TORQUE APPLICATIONS?
>
> These are the WORST fasteners I have ever used. (less flat blade screwdrivers.)
>
> Then, if they are going to use them, why can't they make a Torx impact socket set that doesn't twist and brake the first time you use it?
>
> OK, with that off my chest...
>
> What is the THE BRAND/SET of torx impact sockets that I can rely on?  At this point, price isn't really an issue.  I just want a set that I can use in an impact gun and remove a bolt without breaking every time.  I would want a complete set of sizes, but it seems that I always break the T40 first (it seems to be the most common size.)
>
> FWIW, my first real injury while turning wrenches was with a Torx over 25 years ago.  I was trying to remove a brake component off of a Lumina and the bit broke, and the wrench chipped my tooth.
>
> TO THIS DAY, whenever I have to reach for a torx socket, I still taste that broken tooth!  And, I have not found a set of torx that are worth a darn.
>
> So, please help me.  What set do I need?
>
> Thanks.
>
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