The main difference between a Flare Nut Wrench and a combination wrench lies in their design and function.
Flare Nut Wrench:
- Specialized Design: This wrench has a specific design with open jaws that resemble a “U”. This allows the wrench to wrap around a pipe or nut-shaped fitting, providing a better grip.
- Use on Pipes: The open-end pipe wrench is especially useful for working with nuts on pipes, where it is necessary to maintain a firm connection without damaging the pipe itself.
Combination Key:
- Dual Design: The combination wrench has a dual design with an open mouth head on one end and a closed ratchet head on the other. It can have two different sizes at each end.
- Versatility of Use: The combination wrench is more versatile and can be used for a variety of applications. It can be used as a traditional open-end wrench or as a ratchet wrench to facilitate tightening and loosening nuts and bolts.
The open end pipe wrench is specialized for working with pipes, they are ideal for tightening and loosening hex bolts and nuts, providing an efficient grip around them, while the combination wrench is a more versatile tool with the ability to perform Multiple functions with either open or closed mouth heads.
