Wiha Tools
Wiha Tools 26490 8-piece precision screwdriver set, ball hex SAE
Eight-piece precision set with ball-end hex drivers for SAE fasteners, hard-chromed chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel blades
- TypeNut Drivers
- Color/FinishHard Chromed
- Handle MaterialChrome Vanadium Molybdenum Tool Steel
- Ball-end tips engage SAE fasteners at an angle
- Eight-piece set covers common precision hex sizes
- Chrome Vanadium Molybdenum steel resists wear and corrosion
- Hard-chromed finish protects against rust
- Ergonomic black handles give secure grip for delicate work
Precision screwdriver set for SAE fasteners
The Wiha Tools 26490 is an eight-piece precision screwdriver set built for SAE hex fasteners. It supplies ball-end hex tips in sizes from 1/16 inch to 9/64 inch so technicians can engage screws at an angle. Each driver uses a chrome-vanadium-molybdenum steel shank with a hard-chromed finish. The black handles provide grip for detailed assembly and repair work.
Behaviour under sustained use
The hardened steel shanks resist rounding when torque is applied repeatedly across long sessions. Hard chroming protects the tips from corrosion and reduces wear during extended contact with fasteners. Ball-end geometry allows off-axis driving without stripping heads when access is restricted. Handle shape distributes pressure evenly to limit fatigue during continuous operation.
Upgrade path and when it matters
This set replaces mixed collections of individual drivers that leave gaps in the smaller SAE hex range. It is not suited for metric fasteners or for tasks that require torque beyond what a precision handle can deliver. Buyers who need metric sizes or higher torque capacity should look elsewhere. The jump is worthwhile when a complete, organised SAE hex kit eliminates tool-switching delays.
Highlights
- Ball-end tips engage SAE fasteners at an angle
- Eight-piece set covers common precision hex sizes
- Chrome Vanadium Molybdenum steel resists wear and corrosion
- Hard-chromed finish protects against rust
- Ergonomic black handles give secure grip for delicate work
Specifications
| Brand | Wiha Tools |
|---|---|
| Model | 26490 |
| Type | Nut Drivers |
| Color/Finish | Hard Chromed |
| Handle Material | Chrome Vanadium Molybdenum Tool Steel |
Questions about this item
Does the Chrome Vanadium Molybdenum steel generate heat during all-day use?
The blades are hardened tool steel; they do not generate heat themselves, only the work piece warms from friction.
What handle or driver body is required to use the 1/16 in. through 9/64 in. shanks?
Each tip is a fixed, integral handle — no separate driver body is needed.
Will the 8-piece SAE set cover the hex fasteners on my older imperial equipment?
The set includes 1/16, 3/64, 3/32, 5/64, 1/8, 7/64, 5/32 and 9/64 in. tips, matching common SAE hex sizes on legacy gear.
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