Force Tool Sets: Features and Views

People began to combine tools into sets a long time ago. However, there is no need to do it yourself now: you can simply choose a suitable set from Force.

Force has been operating in Taiwan since 1984. Strictly speaking, Force is not really a company, but a brand. One way or another, the company quickly became known in its country as a leading manufacturer of professional hand tools. The company has established production:

• bit;
• socket wrenches;
• wrenches for nuts and bolts;
• screwdrivers.

Each product fully meets or exceeds DIN standards. Since 1992, the Force brand has been becoming authoritative all over the world. Despite the difficulties of competing with the leading firms of foreign countries, it quickly gained popularity. Now the company is constantly improving its products and promptly responds to all technical innovations in the industry. Following the standards, she repeatedly reorganized production. In recent years, the demand for Force products has increased due to:

• tightening of technological control;
• expansion of the range;
• improving logistics;
• service maintenance.

It is very important for consumers to understand what the Force toolbox can do. what are its strengths and weaknesses.

• The undoubted advantage of such kits is that there are many of them. And everyone will be able to choose exactly the option that will be optimal in a particular case.
• You can find Force kits in most Russian cities. The system of ordering and purchasing via the Internet has been debugged.
• Depending on the configuration (the number of items in the suitcase), the price also differs, but in any case it is fully justified by the quality of the products. The tools will work for a rather long time, while they effectively resist wear.
• The design and ergonomic characteristics of the products are quite decent.
• Even if you have to work with dirty hands (and this is almost inevitable), the devices do not slip out.
• Corrosion practically does not touch them.
• After long-term operation, the main technical qualities remain fully: the developers have tried to use first-class metal.

There is only one drawback (and not a technical one): a large number of low-quality fakes. To distinguish them, however, is not too difficult. Counterfeiters often use the Rock Force brand to avoid prosecution. You should not buy products under this name. Outwardly, they reproduce the original almost flawlessly, but in the work these tools show themselves poorly.

In order to avoid problems, it is not enough to simply refuse to buy kits with the addition of Rock on the packaging. It is also important to choose the most suitable kit correctly.

The 108-piece set (item no. 41082-5) contains hex sockets. The manufacturer positions this product as a universal kit. It is designed to help in a variety of plumbing, installation work, and repair. Provides an effective solution to problems with heavily loaded or threaded connections. It is stated that repairing a car in everyday life is significantly accelerated when using such a tool.

Along with the usual 6-sided heads, their extended counterparts from 6 to 13 mm are also provided.The scope of delivery includes sockets with 6-star stars and 5 different insert types. A knob and a universal joint can be of great benefit. For many motorists, 0.5-inch fittings will be a valuable help in their work. And also in the descriptions, attention is drawn to themselves:

• extensions for 125 and 250 mm;
• 3/8 and ½ inch adapters;
• 5/16 inch bit set;
• angled hex keys.

The branded case is made of high quality plastic. The tools themselves are made using chrome vanadium steels. The kit also includes a hand-held reversible ratchet with a lock. The size of a standard container is 450X340X90 mm. The total weight of the kit is slightly over 7.2 kg.

A set of 142 instruments also deserves attention. It includes 12-sided heads. Fittings are available in 1/2, 1/4, and 3/8 inch (DR) mounting sizes. The delivery is carried out in a rather compact durable plastic case. The latches and handle are quite comfortable.

The size of the heads ranges from 4 to 32 mm. The weight of the whole set is 13 kg. You can use 30 mm bits from Philips, Pozidriv. Also available:

• cardans;
• ratchets for 24 teeth;
• adapters;
• articulated ratchets;
• heads with E-profile;
• L-shaped cranks;
• combination wrenches (6 to 24 mm).

The steel is the same as in the previous version. The hand ratchets have a retainer. These ratchets and the screwdriver handle use a non-slip plastic handle. Holes for hanging are provided in the screwdriver handles. The total weight of the kit is 13.81 kg.

It is also useful to consider the 94-piece Force 4941-5 set. It includes sockets, interchangeable bits and bits. Typical connection squares are 1/2 "and 1/4". The manufacturer claims that such a kit will complement well the usual locksmith tools used at home. The set does not include pliers and screwdrivers.

The tools are suitable for assembly, disassembly and repair work. It is possible to service fasteners with both slots and external heads. As befits a high-end tool, the working parts are made of excellent steel. The size of the heads ranges from 4 to 32 mm. Combination keys are not provided.

Kit 4941-5 weighs 7 kg. Users can use 6-sided heads of regular and deep execution, as well as T-shaped knobs, screwdriver knobs.

The developers of a set of 82 tools have tried to create the perfect kit for installing and disassembling threaded structures. Connecting dimensions - 1/4 and 1/2 inches. The reduced number of items in the suitcase, in comparison with large sets, allowed to reduce the weight to 6 kg. Importantly, the head spread from 4 to 32 mm is fully preserved. Introduced original heads of the Surface type, which range in size from 4 to 14 mm. An adapter for 25 mm bits can also be attractive.

There is another group of Surface heads - from 14 to 32 mm. The set includes 9 types of combination wrenches and a pair of candle heads. A positive feature of the kit is the increased contact area of ​​the heads. This allows you to successfully work with deformed fasteners.

The professional set of 215 items also deserves attention. It has:

• common end heads from 10 to 32 mm;
• elongated end heads from 16 to 22 mm;
• extensions for 125 and 250 mm;
• candle heads 18 mm.

The 218-piece handheld universal set is set 42182-5. It includes both regular and elongated heads. And even E-format tools.

Choosing the right tool is quite difficult.First of all, you should pay attention to the dimensions and geometry of the case. Whether it will be convenient to store and transfer it directly depends on these indicators. All Force kits come in sturdy plastic cases. The complete set should ideally include pliers, screwdrivers, ratchets, various tongs.

A set of bits will be a useful addition. For most tasks, the Force 4941 kit is suitable. It is distinguished by its mobility and low weight. But for the widest possible range of work, it is better to pay attention to the larger combinations of tools. And you should also carefully study the assessments of consumers.

The set 41082 of 108 items fully justifies its cost. This kit is quite high quality and doesn't cost too much. Even when used for a year, it performs very well. Strength and ease of use are noted by all consumers. The clips and clasps are pretty tight so they won't come loose by accident.

A sheet of foam rubber placed inside reliably prevents the heads from scattering. The only drawback is the lack of open-end wrenches. Ratchets and other elements reduce the duration of the work. Compared to the 94-piece set, a more versatile and versatile set of multifaceted heads has appeared. As for the 94 element kits, everything is simple: it satisfies most of the practical needs.

An overview of the FORCE 41421R toolbox for 142 items in the video below.