Parmelee 71012 N4 Adjusting Nuts for No. 4 Extra Heavy Gauge Pipe Wrench

What is the Parmelee 71012?

The Parmelee 71012 (N4) covers the adjusting nuts for the No. 4 extra heavy gauge Parmelee pipe wrench. The adjusting nut is what sets the lock bolt in the correct position. Parmelee machines the nuts on CNC machines and then nickel plates them to prevent corrosion.

How does the Parmelee wrench grip without marking the pipe?

The Parmelee wrench (sometimes spelled Parmalee), also called pipe tongs, friction tongs or a friction wrench, has no teeth. Its girth surrounds the pipe completely, the way a hand closes around it, and the ratchet action of the handle takes a new grip with each pull. That is why it is used on highly polished pipe and piston rods and in tight spaces where a chain or toothed wrench would mar the finish.

What do you need for a complete Parmelee No. 4 wrench?

• Handle: H4 handle assembly, Parmelee 71004
• Girth: one G4 girth for each pipe diameter
• Lock bolt: L4, Parmelee 71008, comes with each wrench and is also sold as a replacement
• Adjusting nuts: N4, Parmelee 71012, come with each wrench and are also sold as replacements (this page)
• Slip pins: P4, Parmelee 71016, come with each wrench and are also sold as replacements

Girths and handles are sold separately. Parmelee states that each wrench comes with a lock bolt, adjusting nuts and a slip pin, and the same parts are sold separately as replacements. The handle and girth can be shipped assembled on request, at an extra charge confirmed with the quote.

What are the specifications of the Parmelee 71012?

Part number: 71012
Parmelee model: N4
Part type: Adjusting nuts (replacement part)
Wrench size: No. 4, extra heavy gauge
Fits: Parmelee No. 4 wrench: H4 handle (71004) with G4 girths
Finish: CNC machined, nickel plated
Made in: USA
Warranty: 100% Parmelee warranty, except misuse, breakage or damage by the user

How do you use and care for a Parmelee wrench?

• Use the wrench only as supplied. Parmelee warns never to modify it and never to fit a longer handle or an extension cheater for more leverage: that overstresses and damages the girth and handle, and the warranty does not cover it.
• Clean the wrench after use, apply a light coat of oil against rust and store it in a dry place.

How do I request a quote for the Parmelee 71012?

Request a quote by part number 71012 (Parmelee N4). Tell us the quantity. We confirm price, availability and lead time with the quote.