Irwin Hanson 52405 Spiral Flute Screw Extractor Size 5

Product Description

The IRWIN HANSON 52405 is a Size 5 spiral flute screw extractor designed to remove broken or stripped fasteners from metal, wood, and composite materials. The spiral flute design bites into the damaged fastener as left-hand rotation is applied, backing the screw or bolt out without damaging the surrounding material. This extractor is sized for screws and bolts ranging from 3/8 to 5/8 inches, covering a wide range of common fastener sizes encountered in mechanical, plumbing, and general trade work. Licensed tradespeople and experienced mechanics rely on spiral flute extractors when standard removal methods have failed and fastener integrity is already compromised.

The 52405 is suited for residential and commercial applications where broken fasteners must be removed cleanly. It is compatible with screws and bolts in the 3/8 to 5/8 inch range, as well as 1/4 inch NPT fittings, 1/4 inch BSP fittings, and metric fasteners from M10 to M16. Typical use cases include removing sheared bolts in HVAC equipment, plumbing fixtures, electrical enclosures, and general mechanical assemblies. The extractor is sold individually per package.

Key Features

• Spiral flute design grips and backs out broken or stripped fasteners under left-hand rotation
• Size 5 extractor handles screws and bolts from 3/8 to 5/8 inches
• Compatible with 1/4 inch NPT and 1/4 inch BSP threaded fittings
• Metric compatibility covers M10 to M16 fasteners
• Lightweight construction at 0.108 pounds for easy single-hand use

Compatibility

Compatible with screws and bolts sized 3/8 to 5/8 inches, 1/4 inch NPT fittings, 1/4 inch BSP fittings, and metric fasteners M10 to M16.

Installation Notes

A licensed mechanic, plumber, or HVAC technician should power down or de-energize the equipment before attempting fastener extraction. Use a left-hand drill bit to create a pilot hole in the center of the broken fastener before inserting the extractor. Apply steady, even pressure with a tap wrench or drill set to left-hand rotation - avoid excessive force, which can break the extractor inside the fastener. Follow applicable trade codes and manufacturer service procedures for the equipment being serviced.