The 9 piece ball end hex key set has a polished finish and is supplied with a plastic caddy, making it super easy when needing to be transported and for “on the go” jobs These chrome-plated hex keys have a degree of corrosion resistance, however, correct storing of your tools will increase their useful life. It is recommended that the tools are stored in a clean and dry environment.

Where the additional access provided by a long-reach hex wrench is needed, you'd use the more elongated side as the ‘driver', and the shorter side therefore becomes the handle that you turn to tighten or loosen the fastener. However, when a hex bolt is within easy reach and there's plenty of space to work in, long-arm Allen keys can also be handy used in the reverse configuration - the longer side can help provide better grip and torque when operating as a handle. What types of long reach Allen keys are available? The hex key set comes complete with a red foam, which is a great help when you need to identify if a tool has gone missing, alongside offering protection to the toolsLike all hex wrenches, long-reach Allen keys are also sold with a variety of head and handle types for various more specialised applications - these can include:

T-Shaped Hex Keys: T-shaped hex keys or T bar Allen Keys have a crossbar or T shaped handle at the end which provides a better grip RS PRO aims to be your go-to brand when you need quality, reliability and value for money. With all our parts subjected to rigorous testing by our in-house experts, we're confident we can supply you with the tools and parts you need for any purpose.Long-reach Allen keys are a common feature of most good quality hex key sets, which tend to include a useful range of common wrench sizes and diameters (typically from around 1-1.5mm, up to 12mm and beyond). Hex keys or Allen keys are available in metric sizes and imperial sizes Imperial Allen Keys. They are also available in Allen Key Sets which include a range of popular hex key sizes including 12mm Allen keys. RS also supply Allen keys from leading brands such as Wera Allen Keys, Wera Allen Key Sets and Bondhus Allen Keys Introducing our RS Pro 15 piece, long arm hex key set made for professional precision. Sometimes called an Allen key, these keys work with corresponding fasteners to give a unique and secure connection in wood, metal or plastic assemblies. The set comes complete with an EVA foam tool module, which can be used with our RS range of roller tool cabinets and chests and is designed to be easily stored and removed in tool cabinet drawers. Folding Allen Key Sets: Folding Allen Key Sets consist of an outer casing from which a selection of different sized Allen keys can be unfolded, a bit like a penknife or multi-tool From RS PRO, this high-quality T-handle hex key set is a handy way to keep differing allen key sizes all in one place. The rubberised t-handles ensure that applying torque is easy and efficient, and the range of sizes means you're fully prepared for precision hex driving applications.