Hex Key Set, Bondhus 13-piece Imperial Short SAE 1/16"–3/8"

Bondhus 13-piece Imperial Short SAE hex key set includes short-arm L-keys in sizes from 1/16" to 3/8" designed for fasteners with imperial threads. The compact short length provides access in confined spaces while retaining sufficient leverage for tightening and loosening. Each key is made from hardened tool steel with precisely machined hex profiles to ensure a secure fit and reduce rounding of screw heads during maintenance and assembly tasks in workshops, garages and industrial settings.

Advantages

The set offers a complete range of commonly used imperial sizes, allowing quick selection without searching for individual tools. Short-arm design improves access in tight or shallow recesses and reduces the risk of accidental contact with surrounding components. Hardened tool-steel construction and accurate hex profiles deliver consistent torque transfer and long service life. The compact grouping keeps tools organized and portable for field or bench work.

Suitable for

• Maintenance and assembly of machinery with imperial fasteners
• Automotive and motorcycle repairs requiring SAE hex keys
• Bicycle adjustments that use small imperial hex screws
• General workshop tasks, prototyping and equipment servicing

Key specifications

• Number of pieces: 13
• Size range: 1/16" to 3/8" (imperial / SAE)
• Type: short-arm L-keys
• Material: hardened tool steel
• Hex profile: precision machined for secure fit
• Finish: corrosion-resistant coating (factory-applied)

How to use

Select the hex key that fits the internal hex socket of the fastener without play. Insert the short arm into the screw head and use the long arm as the lever to apply torque; for loosening, turn counterclockwise, for tightening, turn clockwise. For confined spaces, reverse the key orientation to use the short arm for leverage or use the long arm for greater reach as needed. Keep keys perpendicular to the fastener axis to minimize cam-out and protect both tool and fastener.

Usage recommendations

Store the keys together in the supplied holder to keep sizes organized and to reduce loss. Inspect both tool and fastener for wear before applying high torque. Use correct size to avoid rounding; if a fastener is damaged, consider appropriate extraction methods rather than excessive force with the hex key.