{"product_id":"bls10m-wrenches-long-ball-end-hex-key-set-metric-10-piece","title":"BLS10M  Wrenches Long Ball-End Hex Key Set, Metric, 10-Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;div class=\"col producttext product-description\"\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h1\u0026gt;BLS10M Metric Long Ball-End Hex Key Set, 10-Piece\u0026lt;\/h1\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Meta description:\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; BLS10M 10-piece metric long ball-end hex key set for faster hex\/Allen fastening, including angled access in tight spaces. Long-reach keys improve leverage and control for electrical installs, enclosures, brackets, and general maintenance.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;What is this product\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The BLS10M is a 10-piece metric long ball-end hex key set, designed for tightening and loosening metric hex socket screws. The ball-end tips allow you to drive fasteners at an angle when straight-on access is blocked, and the long arm design provides extra reach and leverage for faster work.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;TL;DR: Who is this for\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Electricians and low-voltage installers working on enclosures, brackets, fixtures, and equipment with metric hex screws\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Maintenance teams needing a reliable everyday set for assembly and service calls\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Contractors and DIY users assembling hardware, shelving, automation components, and light mechanical installs\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Institutional Fit\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Useful for facilities doing routine maintenance on equipment, shelving, carts, and hardware that uses metric hex fasteners\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Ball-end access helps reduce time lost on disassembly when fasteners are behind panels or near obstructions\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- 10-piece set supports standardization across tool cribs and maintenance kits\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Technical Specifications\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;table class=\"spec-table\" style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e    \u0026lt;tbody\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Model\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;BLS10M\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Tool type\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;Hex key set (Allen keys)\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Measurement system\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;Metric\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Piece count\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;10-piece\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Key style\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;Long arm, ball-end\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Case \/ holder\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;Included holder (as pictured)\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Exact sizes included\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;Not specified here. Confirm size range if your job requires specific keys.\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Material \/ finish\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e        \u0026lt;td style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u0026gt;Not specified here\u0026lt;\/td\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e      \u0026lt;\/tr\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e    \u0026lt;\/tbody\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;\/table\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Regulatory Compliance\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Not a regulated electrical component. Use standard tool safety practices.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Durability and Lifecycle\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Long-arm keys provide better leverage, which can reduce slipping and rounding when used correctly\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Ball-end tips are best for speed and access, not maximum torque\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Keeping keys clean and seated fully helps preserve fastener heads and extends tool life\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;Procurement notes\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Metric vs imperial: confirm your fasteners are metric (common on imported fixtures, equipment, and hardware)\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- Ball-end use: use the straight end first to break free tight fasteners, then use ball-end for quicker run-down\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- If you regularly work on panels and brackets, long-arm sets reduce time spent fighting access issues\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;- If you need specific sizes (example 2.5mm or 5mm), confirm the included size list before ordering\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;h2\u0026gt;FAQ\u0026lt;\/h2\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What does ball-end mean?\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  The tip is rounded so you can drive a hex screw at an angle when you cannot line up straight with the fastener.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Can I use the ball-end to loosen very tight screws?\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  Use the straight end for maximum torque. Ball-end tips are mainly for access and speed, not high breakaway torque.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Is this set metric or imperial?\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  Metric.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;How many pieces are included?\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  10 keys.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What if I do not know what size I need?\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u003cbr\u003e  Send a photo of the screw head or the equipment manual callout, and we can confirm the likely size range.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;\/div\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Klein Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46300988670083,"sku":"BLS10M","price":23.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1804\/8655\/files\/BLS10M_SPL.webp?v=1766590661","url":"https:\/\/mapleelectricsupply.ca\/products\/bls10m-wrenches-long-ball-end-hex-key-set-metric-10-piece","provider":"Maple Electric Supply ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}