MalcoEdge RTW500 Flare Nut Ratcheting Torque Wrench 1/2"

MalcoEdge RTW500 1/2" Flare Nut Torque Wrench

Factory-Set Torque for Dependable Flare Connections

The MalcoEdge RTW500 Flare Nut Torque Wrench delivers precise, repeatable torque for 1/2" flare fittings used in refrigeration, heat pump, and HVACR applications. Factory preset to 40.6 ft-lbs (±4.5 ft-lbs), the RTW500 helps technicians achieve proper flare connection torque while reducing the risk of refrigerant leaks, equipment inefficiencies, and costly return visits. Its open-end claw design fits easily around installed tubing, while the compact ratcheting head allows for faster work in tight mechanical spaces. Built with a fully mechanical design, the RTW500 requires no batteries, calibration, or adjustments, providing dependable performance job after job.

Key Features & Benefits

• Factory preset to 40.6 ft-lbs (±4.5 ft-lbs) for 1/2" flare nuts
• Fits 15/16" hex flare fittings
• Open-end claw design slips easily over installed tubing
• Ratcheting head improves productivity in confined spaces
• Fully mechanical operation requires no batteries or calibration
• Suitable for use in wet jobsite conditions
• Helps prevent over-tightening and under-tightening of flare fittings
• Compact design fits easily in service bags and tool pouches