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Q: Who invented the Allen Wrench?
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What did van Allen invent?

James van Allen invented the Allen wrench.


What did James van Allen invent?

James van Allen invented the Allen wrench.


When did James van Allen invented the Allen wrench?

James Van Allen didn't invent the Allen Wrench it was William G. Allen in 1909-1910 of the Allen Manufacturing Company of Hartford, Connecticut.


What is Another name for an Allen wrench?

An allen wrench is sometimes referred to as a hex wrench or hex key.


How did the Allen wrench get its name?

The "Allen screw" name for the socket head cap screw and "Allen key" for the wrench originate from the products of the Allen Manufacturing Company of Hartford, Connecticut. According to Bates, it is widely reported that the company trademarked the name "Allen wrench or key" for its range of hex wrenches in 1943. The Allen wrench trademark of the Allen Manufacturing Company owas taken out in 1943, Allen became such a successful brand of hex key that many consumers in following decades have assumed (reasonably but incorrectly) that the internal-wrenching hexagon drive was invented by someone named Allen.


What size Allen wrench for 2002 escape front caliper?

7mm Allen wrench


What is a Allen Wrench used for?

Allen Screws.


What size Allen wrench and open end wrench for brake pads on 1999 Toyota Corolla?

There is no Allen wrench, I believe it is 14 mm open wrench.


What is an Allen wrench?

An Allen wrench is a hex head wrench - a screwdriver with a handle and hexagonal head at right angles to each other.


Is a torch wrench and a Allen wrench the same?

No they are NOT the same.


What is the use of Allen wrench?

To fasten and unfasten Allen screws and bolts. These fasteners have a hexagonal slot in the top into which the Allen wrench or key fits.


What size Allen wrench do you need Lincoln Navigator front brake calipers?

You need 3/8 Allen key.