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In every product and service we offer you, we seek what's real. Honest, useful, simple, and timeless.

A closeup of Tekton Phillips screwdriver tip and geometry

JIS vs Phillips: Understanding Tip Geometry, Myths, and Fastener Compatibility

“JIS” screwdrivers and fasteners are widely misunderstood. Learn about any differences between JIS versus Phillips by understanding cross-tip geometry, ASME versus ISO, and answer some frequently asked questions.

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New Tekton Screwdriver in Hand

Introducing a New Line of Tekton Screwdrivers

We are excited to announce an improved line of Tekton screwdrivers. This new lineup will roll out in phases over the next several months and will replace both our Hard Handle and High-Torque screwdrivers.

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Tekton angle, service, crowfoot, and flare nut crowfoot wrenches on a mat.

Our System of USA-Made Access Wrenches

We offer four types of wrenches designed for versatile access in tight spaces. Each wrench excels in different scenarios, but they all share a similar manufacturing process in Michigan.

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Tekton impact sockets and accessories

A Comprehensive Impact Socket Product Line

In March 2025, we expanded our impact socket lineup to include 3/4 inch drive 6-point sockets. This addition not only adds a new drive size to our lineup, but also expands our size range to cover 5/32 to 2-1/2 inch and 4 to 50 mm.

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A technician takes a sample of a metal plating solution.

What is Electroless Nickel Plating?

Electroless nickel (EN) plating is a method of depositing a nickel alloy suspended in an aqueous solution onto a substrate. The process is made up of a series of precisely timed baths...

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Laser cutting Tekton Angle Head Wrenches

How We Make Angle Head Wrenches

In this video, Tekton's Director of Manufacturing explains the engineering considerations and proprietary manufacturing process behind our USA-made Angle Head Wrenches.

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Tekton crowfoot wrench on a torque wrench tightening a fastener

How to Use a Torque Wrench with a Crowfoot Wrench

When you connect a torque wrench with another tool, like a crowfoot wrench, it's important to...

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Chrome Molybdenum or Chrome Vanadium Steel?

Chrome Molybdenum or Chrome Vanadium?

Which is better for hand tools? These two families of steel alloys are both commonly used in hand tool manufacturing...

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Inch to Millimeter Conversion Chart

Inch to Millimeter Conversion Charts

Need to know what inch sizes your metric sockets or wrenches match up with? Download this handy resource...

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The tri-lobed handle end of a Tekton high-torque screwdriver.

The Most Versatile Handle Available

We set out to make a better driver handle, one that considers the ways you really work and that addresses the often-overlooked fact that your hands interact with the tool in multiple positions...

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