Broken key extractor set

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However, to use this method, the key piece will need to be close to the edge of the keyway. If it is too far in, you won't be able to reach it. For minor cases, using simple household tools can be effective. Needle-nose pliers or tweezers can help you grip the protruding part of the key and carefully slide it out. Flat-head screwdrivers may also be useful to provide a little leverage—but be gentle. Try a Key Extractor This method works really well; however, it may take several attempts, so don't get discouraged and keep at it! 10. Superglue Do not squeeze too hard on the tweezers. When the tweezers shut after gripping the key fragment, the fragment will be pushed further into the keyway. Each failed attempt to grip the key will make the key more difficult to remove. 2. Broken Key Extractor Paperclips are genuinely a magical tool and work decently well to remove broken keys— as long as the fractured piece isn't too small and it is not too deep within the keyway.

Our 6-piece broken key extractor set is a lightweight, convenient kit — the perfect set for everyday use. Textured grip handles give you control in wet or dry conditions, and quality US craftsmanship guarantees tools you can trust. Next, insert the cut-off end of the blade into the side of the keyway and push the saw's teeth into the broken piece of the key. Never use super glue, a flathead screwdriver, other household items or your teeth! Yes we have seen people attempt all these things, but they never work and you risk damaging the keyhole.

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Whether you’re working in the field or working at your desk, the extractor set selection we have here is ideal for dealing with any broken key or tool.

Another excellent method to remove a broken key is with the help of a drill bit. Note that you can only use this method when the broken bit of the key is accessible from the keyway's entry.There are many different types of key extractors, but each is typically used the same way. They dig something sharp into the broken piece of the key and give you the leverage to pull it out. While using the extractor tool, below are the guidelines to follow for a successful key extraction exercise

Some extracting tools—such as HPC spiral blade key extractors—use a thin, flexible bar with a spiraled thread on it—similar to a screw. The first method is to slip your paperclip under the bottom of the broken piece and then push it downwards to leverage it into the key. Select an extractor in your set once you have a good gauge of where the missing piece is lodged. Generally, the small hook type is the most common tool to use to search for nudges to hook a missing piece out. Once the knife is in the keyway, apply leverage to the key. If your knife slips, try digging it into various other places on the key, including the bottom.

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There are two ways to use a paperclip to extract a broken key. In my experience, thinner paperclips tend to work better and give you a deeper grip on the key. Ensure your keys are made using durable metal: The most common types of metal used in making keys are brass, bronze and silver alloys. However, every kind of metal contains its unique characteristics. Bronze is more rigid than brass but less complex than silver. On the other hand, brass has good strength or resistance against wear and tear. For this reason, the ideal material for making keys is silver alloy with appropriate hardness. Do not force the blade into the keyway. If it does not fit smoothly, make adjustments to the blade. It must be thin enough to fit in the keyhole and pass alongside the broken key fragment. 4. Super Glue

If there is enough room, you can also insert the paperclip at the top of the keyway to try and grip the first cut on the key. Make sure that you have lined up the nozzle of the lubricant so that it is inside the keyway before you spray. You will also need a rag or paper towel to remove any of the excess lube that spills out of the keyway. Also, grab a pair of needle-nose pliers, because even though these methods will remove the broken key, pliers will help to get it out that much faster. Once enough of the key is accessible, you can just pull it free with your pliers. Materials That May Come In Handy If the paperclip method above doesn't give you enough griping power and keeps sliding off the key, you may need to use something with a sharper tip. To use superglue, place a VERY small amount of glue on the broken section of the key. Smear the glue around and wipe away any excess globs so nothing smushes out. The metal used for most keys is relatively soft, and typically the tip of a sharp knife will pierce the side of the key well enough to leverage it out.To start, take your knife and poke it into the side of the key—like in the image above. Apply some force to stab the key as much as possible, and be very careful not to slip and annihilate yourself. Before you jump to any conclusions, make sure you’re using the correct key and that you’ve inserted it all the way. It may sound trivial, but sometimes the simplest explanations are the correct ones. Apply Lubricant Push it in as far as possible and then bend the tool into the key so that the threads dig into the key.