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Drum Wrenches for Plastic and Steel Drums
Standard Plug Wrenches | Preset Torque Wrenches

The Cary Company stocks a wide variety of drum plug wrenches for all your closing and opening needs. From our basic universal wrench to our sparkless preset wrenches, we will make it easy to find the wrench that meets your needs. Below is a selection guide for those that are needing a preset torque wrench. We have preset torque wrenches for both Rieke® (Hex Head) and Tri-Sure® (Round Head) drum plugs. Most wrenches are available in sparkless. If you do not need a preset wrench, we also have standard plug wrenches. Most of our wrenches are shown on this page, so scroll down and if you can't find what you are looking for call us at 630-376-2400, and we will be happy to help!
Preset Breakaway Drum Wrench Selection Guide
(Please note: If you do not need a Preset Wrench, scroll down below the selection guide to view all of our wrenches)
Manufacturer
Plug Type
Gasket
3/4" Plugs
2" Plugs
Recommended Tool Needed
(Cary Part#)
Required Torque
Standard
Sparkless
Tri-Sure® or equivalent
Steel or Zinc Plugs
EPDM Gasket
8-15 Ft. Lbs.
15-22 Ft. Lbs.
26WTSW
26WSSW
Tri-Sure® or equivalent
Steel or Zinc Plugs
BUNA Gasket
8-15 Ft. Lbs.
15-22 Ft. Lbs.
26WTSW
26WSSW
Tri-Sure® or equivalent
Steel or Zinc Plugs
Polyirradiated Gasket
11-18 Ft. Lbs.
15-22 Ft. Lbs.
26WTTS
26WSTS
Tri-Sure® or equivalent
Polypropylene or Nylon Plugs
EPDM Gasket
8-11 Ft. Lbs.
15-22 Ft. Lbs.
26WTSP
26WSSC
Tri-Sure® or equivalent
Polypropylene or Nylon Plugs
BUNA Gasket
8-11 Ft. Lbs.
15-22 Ft. Lbs.
26WTSP
26WSSC
Tri-Sure® or equivalent
Polypropylene or Nylon Plugs
Polyirradiated Gasket
8-11 Ft. Lbs.
15-22 Ft. Lbs.
26WTSP
26WSSP
Rieke®
Steel or Zinc VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP II® Plugs
VISECAR® BUNA Gasket or DAPON® Gasket
15 Ft. Lbs.
30 Ft. Lbs
26WWPT
26WSPW
Rieke®
Steel or Zinc VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP II® Plugs
EPDM Gasket
15 Ft. Lbs.
30 Ft. Lbs
26WWPT
26WSPW
Rieke®
Steel or Zinc VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP II® Plugs
POLYSEAL® Polyirradiated Gasket
20 Ft.. Lbs.
40 Ft. Lbs.
26WWPS
26WSPS
Rieke®
HDPE or Polypropylene POLY-VISEGRIP® Plugs
EPDM Gasket
9 Ft. Lbs.
20 Ft. Lbs
26WWPP
26WSPP
Rieke®
Steel or Zinc TITEGRIP® Plugs
VISECAR® Buna Gasket or DAPON® Gasket
15 Ft. Lbs.
30 Ft. Lbs
26WWPR
26WSPR
Rieke®
Steel or Zinc TITEGRIP® Plugs
EPDM Gasket
15 Ft. Lbs.
30 Ft. Lbs
26WWPR
26WSPY
Rieke®
HDPE or Polypropylene POLY-TITEGRIP® Plugs
EPDM Gasket
9 Ft. Lbs.
20 Ft. Lbs
26WWPY
Available Upon Request
This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.


Preset Torque Wrenches

Tri-Sure Preset Torque Wrench
Cary Code# 26WTSW
- For 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure® Steel/Zinc Plugs w/ Rubber Gasket
Cary Code# 26WTTS
- For 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure® Steel/Zinc Plugs w/ Poly Gasket
Cary Code# 26WTSP
- For 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure®Nylon/PP Plugs w/ Poly or Rubber Gasket

Tri-Sure® & Tri-Sure Equivalent (Round-Head) Combo (2" & 3/4") Preset Breakaway Torque Wrenches
Wrenches for use on Tri-Sure® (Round Head) 2" & 3/4" Drum Plugs

Cary Code# 26WTSW -Trisure #845450383 Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Steel/Zinc Drum Plugs w/ Rubber Gasket (EPDM, BUNA)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 8-15 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 15-22 ft. lbs.

Cary Code# 26WTTS - Trisure #845450393 Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Steel/Zinc Drum Plugs w/ Poly Gasket (Polyirradiated)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 11-18 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 15-22 ft. lbs.

Cary Code# 26WTSP - Trisure #845450363 Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Nylon/Polypropylene Drum Plugs w/ Poly Gasket or Rubber Gasket (Polyirradiated, EPDM, BUNA)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 8-11 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 15-22 ft. lbs.

This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.
Tri-Sure Spark Resistant Preset Torque Wrench
Cary Code# 26WSSP
- Sparkless for 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure® Nylon/PP Plugs w/ Poly Gasket
Cary Code# 26WSSC
- Sparkless for 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure® Nylon/PP Plugs w/ Rubber Gasket
Cary Code# 26WSSW
- Sparkless for 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure® Steel/Zinc Plugs w/ Rubber Gasket
Cary Code# 26WSTS
- Sparkless for 2" & 3/4" Tri-Sure® Steel/Zinc Plugs w/ Poly Gasket

Tri-Sure® & Tri-Sure Equivalent (Round-Head) Non-Spark Combo (2" & 3/4") Preset Breakaway Torque Wrenches
Sparkless Wrenches for use on Tri-Sure® (Round Head) 2" & 3/4" Drum Plugs

Cary Code# 26WSSP - Sparkless Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Nylon/Polypropylene Drum Plugs w/ Poly Gasket (Polyirradiated)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 9 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 20 ft. lbs.

Cary Code# 26WSSC - Sparkless Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Nylon/Polypropylene Drum Plugs w/ Rubber Gasket (EPDM, BUNA)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 8-11 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 15-22 ft. lbs.

Cary Code# 26WSSW - Sparkless Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Steel/Zinc Drum Plugs w/ Rubber Gasket (EPDM, BUNA)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 8-15 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 15-22 ft. lbs.

Cary Code# 26WSTS - Trisure #845460393 Sparkless Preset Torque Wrench for use on Tri-Sure Steel/Zinc Drum Plugs w/ Poly Gasket (Polyirradiated)
- 3/4" Torque Setting = 11-18 ft. lbs.
- 2 " Torque Setting = 15-22 ft. lbs.

This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.
Rieke W-168PT Torque Wrench
Cary Code# 26WWPT
- Torque Setting = 30/15
Cary Code# 26WWPS
-
Torque Setting = 40/20
Cary Code# 26WWPP
- Torque Setting = 20/9
W-168PT Preset Torque Wrench for Rieke® VISEGRIP® Plugs
Takes the guesswork out of closure tightening.
Proper torque setting for each size closure is built-in

Cary Code# 26WWPT - W-168PT Red Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 30/15 (Red) For use with VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP® II plugs with EPDM, VISECAR® (BUNA), or DAPON® gaskets

Cary Code# 26WWPS - W-168PT Blue Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 40/20 (Blue) For use with VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP® II plugs with POLYSEAL® (polyirradiated) gaskets

Cary Code# 26WWPP - W-168PT Yellow Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 20/9 (Yellow) For use with POLY-VISEGRIP® plugs w/ EPDM Gaskets

RIEKE® wrenches are highly versatile for a variety of applications.

This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.
Rieke W-168SPT Torque Wrench
Cary Code# 26WSPW
- Torque Setting = 30/15
Cary Code# 26WSPS
- Torque Setting = 40/20
Cary Code# 26WSPP
- Torque Setting = 20/9
W-168SPT Preset Sparkless Torque Wrench for Rieke® VISEGRIP® Plugs
Takes the guesswork out of closure tightening.
Proper torque setting for each size closure is built-in

Cary Code# 26WSPW - W-168SPT Red Preset Sparkless Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 30/15 (Red) For use with VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP® II plugs with EPDM, VISECAR® (BUNA) or DAPON® gaskets

Cary Code# 26WSPS - W-168SPT Blue Preset Sparkless Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 40/20 (Blue) For use with VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP® II plugs with POLYSEAL® (polyirradiated) gaskets

Cary Code# 26WSPP - W-168SPT Yellow Preset Sparkless Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 20/9 (Yellow) For use with POLY-VISEGRIP® plugs w/ EPDM Gaskets

RIEKE® sparkless wrenches are highly versatile for a variety of applications. Please note the wrench head is made of sparkless bronze, and the handle is made out of carbon steel. The carbon steel portion is wrapped in tape preventing it from sparking.

This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.

Rieke W-268PT Torque Wrench
Cary Code# 26WWPR
- Torque Setting = 30/15
Cary Code# 26WWPY
- Torque Setting = 20/9
Cary Code# 26WSPR
- *Sparkless* Torque Setting = 30/15
Cary Code# 26WSPY
- *Sparkless* Torque Setting = 20/9

W-268PT & W-268SPT Preset Torque Wrench for Rieke® TITEGRIP® Plugs
Takes the guesswork out of closure tightening.
Proper torque setting for each size closure is built-in

Cary Code# 26WWPR - W-268PT Red Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 30/15 (Red) For use with TITEGRIP® plugs with EPDM, VISECAR® (BUNA) or DAPON® gaskets

Cary Code# 26WWPY - W-268PT Yellow Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 20/9 (Yellow) For use with POLY-TITEGRIP® plugs with EPDM Gaskets.

Cary Code# 26WSPR - W-268SPT Red Sparkless Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 30/15 (Red) For use with TITEGRIP® plugs with EPDM, VISECAR® (BUNA) or DAPON® gaskets

Cary Code# 26WSPY - W-268SPT Yellow Sparkless Preset Torque Wrench
- Torque setting = 20/9 (Yellow) For use with POLY-TITEGRIP® plugs with EPDM Gaskets.

Please note the sparkless wrench head is made of sparkless bronze, and the handle is made out of carbon steel. The carbon steel portion is wrapped in tape preventing it from sparking.

This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.

Adjustable Torque Wrench
Cary Code# 30WATW

Adjustable Torque Wrench
Code# 30WATW -
For use with all 3/4" and 2" sockets for Round-Head and Hex-Head Plug. Torque Range 5 - 45 ft.-lb. Comes with a 3/8" drive.

**Sockets Sold Separately (see below)**

Spark Resistant Sockets

Please note all of these sockets are designed to work with 3/8” drive torque wrenches.

Sparkless Sockets
Code# 30W34H
- Sparkless Socket for 3/4" Hex-Head Plugs
Code# 30W34R
- Sparkless Socket for 3/4" Round-Head Plugs
Code# 30W2HR - Sparkless Socket for 2 " Round-Head & Hex-Head Plugs

Please note all 3 of these sockets are designed to work with 3/8” drive torque wrenches.

European Buttress Socket

Please note all of these sockets are designed to work with 3/8” drive torque wrenches.

European Buttress Sockets
Code# 30W2EB
- 2" Six Knock Socket for European Buttress Plugs, 3/8" Drive

Please note all of these sockets are designed to work with 3/8” drive torque wrenches.

This advice is based on laboratory testing only and The Cary Company accepts no responsibility for extension of the use under shipment or storage conditions. The shipper and/or filler are ultimately responsible for properly closing the container based on the closing instructions that should have come with the container when it was purchased. If you are unsure what tool is needed please call 630-376-2400 and a sales person will be happy to help.

Torque Wrench Tester

Torque Wrench Tester
For use with Adjustable Torque Wrench (30WATW)

Cary Code# 30B5TT
- 0 to 50 Ft/Lb. Torque Wrench Tester
Cary Code# 30B1TT - 0 to 100 Ft/Lb. Torque Wrench Tester
Cary Code# 30BTTA -3/8" to 1/2" Torque Tester Adapter

Please note Part#30BTTA Adapter is needed for the #30B5TT & #30B1TT

Standard Drum Wrenches

W-169 Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W169
W-169 Universal Drum Opener
Cary Code# 26W169

For use with most 3/4" (20mm) and 2" (50mm) closures

- Used for opening drums safely and easily
-Lightweight, durable aluminum alloy
- Quarter-Turn opening action

Sparkless Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26WSDW
Sparkless (Non-Sparking) Bronze Alloy Drum Plug Wrench
Cary Code# 26WSDW

For use with most 3/4" (20mm) and 2" (50mm) closures
**Does not fit 3/4" plastic Rieke ViseGrip II Plugs

- Stronger than aluminum
- Non-Sparking
- Offset handle reduces user stress

Tri-Sure Combo Wrench

Cary Code# 26WTPW
Cary Code# 26WTPS (Sparkless)

TRI-SURE® Combination Drum Plug Wrench for Round-Head Style Drum Plugs
Cary Code# 26WTPW
Cary Code# 26WTPS (Sparkless)

For use with Tri-Sure (Round-Head) 3/4", 1-1/2" and 2" metal drum closures.

Designed with wrench heads to engage all sizes of Tri-Sure metal plugs. It enables the plug to be tightened or removed by the application of normal manual force.

Tri-Sure Wrench for Plastic Plugs

Cary Code# 26WTAW

TRI-SURE® Drum Plug Wrench for Plastic Plugs
Cary Code# 26WTAW

For use with 2" & 3/4" plastic drum closures.

An extremely light wrench made of aluminum. Its head is designed for engagement with all sizes of plastic plugs.

Tri-Sure Wrench

Part# 26WTPU

Tri-Sure® Plug Wrench with Tab-Seal® Capseal remover
Cary Code# 26WTPU

Tri-Sure's #832490073 plug wrench and Tab-Seal (Round-Head) capseal removal tool allows for safe removal of Tri-Sure capseals as well as easy opening of Tri-Sure drum plugs.

Tool Instructions
Rieke W-168 Combination Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W168
Cary Code# 26W16S (Sparkless)

W-168 Combination Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W168
&
W-168S Sparkless Combination Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W16S

Pronghead fits 3/4" and 2" plastic and steel plugs.
Works on RIEKE® VISEGRIP®, VISEGRIP® II, or POLY-VISEGRIP® plugs.

RIEKE® wrenches are highly versatile for a variety of applications. Sparkless needed for use on drums with combustible materials.


Rieke W-167 Combo Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W167
Cary Code# 26WS67 (Sparkless)
W-167 Combination Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W167
&
W-167S Sparkless Combination Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26WS67

Hexagonal sockets fit over either the 3/4" or 2" VISEGRIP® steel plugs.
Works on standard Rieke 2” agitator bung.
(This tools does not work on VISEGRIP II Plugs)

Rieke W-268 TITEGRIP Combination Drum Wrench
Cary Code# 26W268
Cary Code# 26W68S (Sparkless)

W-268 Combination Drum Wrench for Rieke® TITEGRIP® Plugs
Cary Code# 26W268
&
W-268S Sparkless Combination Drum Wrench for Rieke® TITEGRIP® Plugs
Cary Code# 26W68S

For use on 3/4" and 2" RIEKE® TITEGRIP® plugs.

Also Available W-268PT & W-268SPT preset torque wrenches for Titegrip plugs.

Rieke W-126 Spinner Wrench
Cary Code# 26W126
Cary Code# 26W26S (Sparkless)

W-126 Spinner Wrench
Cary Code# 26W126
&
W-126S Sparkless Spinner Wrench
Cary Code# 26W26S

- Designed to tighten or remove VISEGRIP® or VISEGRIP® II plugs quickly and efficiently
- For 2" steel plugs


Interested in a price quote on any of drum wrenches?
Call 630-376-2400 or Email tjtyrrell@thecarycompany.com

Ph#630-376-2400/Fx#630-629-3690 - Addison, IL 60101

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