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	==== L/Z Tools ====		==== L/Z Tools ====
			[[Image:LawLockTools_pry_bar_set_close.png\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Various "pry bar" turning tool sizes.]]

	The most common torsion tools are L (bent) or Z (flat) shapes. Curves, serrations, and other modifications to the tip of the tool help to prevent slippage and enhance feedback.		The most common torsion tools are L (bent) or Z (flat) shapes. Curves, serrations, and other modifications to the tip of the tool help to prevent slippage and enhance feedback.
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	In [[combination]] locks, particularly [[padlock]]s, tension is applied to the wheels or discs by pulling or pushing on the [[shackle]] itself. This is one of the few examples of tension being the correct term to use (as opposed to torsion).		In [[combination]] locks, particularly [[padlock]]s, tension is applied to the wheels or discs by pulling or pushing on the [[shackle]] itself. This is one of the few examples of tension being the correct term to use (as opposed to torsion).


			== Gallery ==

			<div align="center"><gallery>
			File:LawLockTools_pry_bar_set.png \|Set of "pry bar" turning tools.
			</gallery></div>

	== See also ==		== See also ==

Sandplum: /* See also */ added Category:Locksmithing

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	[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] torsion tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] torsion tools.]]

	'''Torsion''' (or '''torque''', '''tension''') is a fundamental [[lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply torsion to the lock while a [[pick]] properly positions internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the torsion tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[bolt]].		'''Torsion''' (or '''torque''', '''tension''') is a fundamental [[lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply torsion to the lock while a [[Lockpick\|pick]] properly positions internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the torsion tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[bolt]].

	Torsion tools are commonly referred to as tension/torsion bars, tension/torsion wrenches, or torque wrenches. The term ''tension'' is a misnomer since most lockpicking techniques require ''torsion''; rotating lock components until they [[binding\|bind]]. Both terms are used but torsion is usually more correct.		Torsion tools are commonly referred to as tension/torsion bars, tension/torsion wrenches, or torque wrenches. The term ''tension'' is a misnomer since most lockpicking techniques require ''torsion''; rotating lock components until they [[binding\|bind]]. Both terms are used but torsion is usually more correct.
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	* [[Binding]]		* [[Binding]]
	* [[~~Picks~~\|~~Pick~~]]		* [[Lockpick\|Lockpicks]]
	* [[Lockpicking]]		* [[Lockpicking]]
	* [[Plug spinner]]		* [[Plug spinner]]

	[[Category:Lockpicking]]		[[Category:Lockpicking]][[Category:Tools]]

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	* [[Picks\|Pick]]		* [[Picks\|Pick]]
	* [[Lockpicking]]		* [[Lockpicking]]
	* [[Plug ~~Spinner~~]]		* [[Plug spinner]]

	[[Category:Lockpicking]]		[[Category:Lockpicking]]

Nickinator: /* See also */ Added link to Plug Spinner

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	=Tension=		=Torsion/Tension=

	[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] ~~tension~~ tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] torsion tools.]]

	'''~~Tension~~''' (or '''torque''', '''~~torsion~~''') is a fundamental [[lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[~~Lock\|~~lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply ~~tension~~ to the lock while a [[~~Picks\|~~pick]] properly ~~position~~ internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the ~~tension~~ tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[bolt]].		'''Torsion''' (or '''torque''', '''tension''') is a fundamental [[lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply torsion to the lock while a [[pick]] properly positions internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the torsion tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[bolt]].

	~~Tension~~ tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, or torque wrenches. ~~Their design varies widely, but~~ is most ~~commonly associated with the L shaped~~ [[~~Pin_tumbler~~\|~~pin-tumbler~~]] ~~tension tool~~. ~~Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock~~.		Torsion tools are commonly referred to as tension/torsion bars, tension/torsion wrenches, or torque wrenches. The term ''tension'' is a misnomer since most lockpicking techniques require ''torsion''; rotating lock components until they [[binding\|bind]]. Both terms are used but torsion is usually more correct.

	The ~~term ''tension'' is a misnomer since most lockpicking techniques require ''~~torsion~~''; rotating lock components until~~ they [[~~binding~~\|~~bind~~]]. ~~The terms are used interchangeably~~, ~~though~~ torsion ~~is usually more correct~~.		The design of torsion tools varies widely, but they are most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] torsion tool. Like picking tools, most torsion tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.

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	== Pin-tumbler/Wafer ~~Tension~~ Tools ==		== Pin-tumbler/Wafer Torsion Tools ==

	[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape ~~tension~~ tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape torsion tools.]]

	In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, ~~tension~~ is applied to the [[plug]] of the lock by inserting the ~~tension~~ tool into the keyway.		In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, torsion is applied to the [[plug]] of the lock by inserting the torsion tool into the keyway.

	==== L/Z Tools ====		==== L/Z Tools ====

	The most common ~~tension~~ tools are L (bent) or Z (flat) shapes. Curves, serrations, and other modifications to the tip of the tool help to prevent slippage and enhance feedback.		The most common torsion tools are L (bent) or Z (flat) shapes. Curves, serrations, and other modifications to the tip of the tool help to prevent slippage and enhance feedback.

	Both work by being inserted into the top or the bottom of the keyway and supplying light torque. When using these tools, many lockpickers will place their finger or thumb on the plug to increase feedback when pins are set.		Both work by being inserted into the top or the bottom of the keyway and supplying light torque. When using these tools, many lockpickers will place their finger or thumb on the plug to increase feedback when pins are set.
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	* Weighted wrench, a normal L/flat wrench with a weight attached.		* Weighted wrench, a normal L/flat wrench with a weight attached.
	* Circular wrench, circular tool attached to the face of the lock with a dial to vary ~~tension~~ amounts.		* Circular wrench, circular tool attached to the face of the lock with a dial to vary torsion amounts.

	==== Misc. Tools ====		==== Misc. Tools ====

	* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.		* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.
	* Falle ~~tension~~ wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over ~~tension~~, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.		* Falle torsion wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over torsion, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.
	* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape ~~tension~~ wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.		* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape torsion wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.
	* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated ~~tension~~ tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide ~~tension~~ in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.		* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated torsion tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide torsion in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.

	== Lever ~~Tension~~ Tools ==		== Lever Torsion Tools ==

	In [[lever]] locks, a ~~tension~~ tool is inserted through the keyway and ~~tension~~ is applied directly to the bolt. ~~In most cases, tension~~ tools resemble the tip of a lever key.		In [[lever]] locks, a tool is inserted through the keyway and torsion is applied directly to the bolt. Lever torsion tools often resemble the tip of a lever key.

	== Disc-detainer ~~Tension~~ Tools ==		== Disc-detainer Torsion Tools ==

	In [[Disc_detainer\|disc-detainer]] locks, ~~tension~~ is applied to varying discs in the lock, depending on the specifics of the lock. Locks are categorized as being top (front), bottom (back), or middle ~~tensioned~~. In a bottom ~~tensioned~~ lock, ~~tension~~ is applied to the disc at the back of the lock.		In [[Disc_detainer\|disc-detainer]] locks, torsion is applied to varying discs in the lock, depending on the specifics of the lock. Locks are categorized as being top (front), bottom (back), or middle torsioned. In a bottom torsioned lock, torsion is applied to the disc at the back of the lock.

			== Combination Locks ==

			In [[combination]] locks, particularly [[padlock]]s, tension is applied to the wheels or discs by pulling or pushing on the [[shackle]] itself. This is one of the few examples of tension being the correct term to use (as opposed to torsion).

	== See also ==		== See also ==

Datagram: Torsion clarification

2011-08-09T02:39:38Z

Torsion clarification

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	[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tools.]]

	'''Tension''' (or '''torque''', '''torsion''') is a fundamental [[~~Lockpicking\|~~lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[Lock\|lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[~~Binding\|~~binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply tension to the lock while a [[Picks\|pick]] properly position internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the tension tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[~~Bolt\|~~bolt]].		'''Tension''' (or '''torque''', '''torsion''') is a fundamental [[lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[Lock\|lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply tension to the lock while a [[Picks\|pick]] properly position internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the tension tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[bolt]].

	Tension tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, or torque wrenches. Their design varies widely, but is most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tool. Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.		Tension tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, or torque wrenches. Their design varies widely, but is most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tool. Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.

			The term ''tension'' is a misnomer since most lockpicking techniques require ''torsion''; rotating lock components until they [[binding\|bind]]. The terms are used interchangeably, though torsion is usually more correct.

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	[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape tension tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape tension tools.]]

	In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, tension is applied to the [[~~Plug\|~~plug]] of the lock by inserting the tension tool into the keyway.		In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, tension is applied to the [[plug]] of the lock by inserting the tension tool into the keyway.

	==== L/Z Tools ====		==== L/Z Tools ====
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	== Lever Tension Tools ==		== Lever Tension Tools ==

	In [[~~Lever\|~~lever]] locks, a tension tool is inserted through the keyway and tension is applied directly to the bolt. In most cases, tension tools resemble the tip of a lever key.		In [[lever]] locks, a tension tool is inserted through the keyway and tension is applied directly to the bolt. In most cases, tension tools resemble the tip of a lever key.

	== Disc-detainer Tension Tools ==		== Disc-detainer Tension Tools ==

Datagram: Should be "torsion" instead of "tension" though common nomenclature substitutes them interchangeably due to many of them being sold as tension wrenches...I'll fix it up tomorrow (Undo revision 5259)

2011-08-08T09:55:20Z

Should be "torsion" instead of "tension" though common nomenclature substitutes them interchangeably due to many of them being sold as tension wrenches...I'll fix it up tomorrow (Undo revision 5259)

76.221.220.244: Substituting torque for tension when the force being applied is actually a torque

2011-07-31T22:02:11Z

Substituting torque for tension when the force being applied is actually a torque

Datagram at 16:30, 10 September 2009

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	* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.		* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.
	* Falle tension wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over tension, and is useful for defeating [[~~Security_Pin\|~~security ~~pins~~]].		* Falle tension wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over tension, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.
	* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape tension wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.		* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape tension wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.
	* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated tension tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide tension in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.		* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated tension tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide tension in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.

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	* [[Plug spinner]]		* [[Plug spinner]]

	[[Category:Lockpicking]][[Category:Tools]]		[[Category:Lockpicking]]
			[[Category:Locksmithing]]
			[[Category:Tools]]

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	* [[Picks\|Pick]]		* [[Picks\|Pick]]
	* [[Lockpicking]]		* [[Lockpicking]]
			* [[Plug Spinner]]

	[[Category:Lockpicking]]		[[Category:Lockpicking]]

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	[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tools.]]

	'''Tension''' (or '''torque''', '''torsion''') is a fundamental [[Lockpicking\|lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[Lock\|lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[Binding\|binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply ~~torque~~ to the lock ~~plug~~ while a [[Picks\|pick]] properly position internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the tension tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[Bolt\|bolt]].		'''Tension''' (or '''torque''', '''torsion''') is a fundamental [[Lockpicking\|lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[Lock\|lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[Binding\|binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply tension to the lock while a [[Picks\|pick]] properly position internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the tension tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[Bolt\|bolt]].

	Tension tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, ~~torsion wrenches~~ or torque wrenches. Their design varies widely, but is most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tool. Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.		Tension tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, or torque wrenches. Their design varies widely, but is most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tool. Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.

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	[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape tension tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape tension tools.]]

	In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, ~~torque~~ is applied to the [[Plug\|plug]] of the lock by inserting the tension tool into the keyway.		In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, tension is applied to the [[Plug\|plug]] of the lock by inserting the tension tool into the keyway.

	==== L/Z Tools ====		==== L/Z Tools ====
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	* Weighted wrench, a normal L/flat wrench with a weight attached.		* Weighted wrench, a normal L/flat wrench with a weight attached.
	* Circular wrench, circular tool attached to the face of the lock with a dial to vary ~~torque~~ amounts.		* Circular wrench, circular tool attached to the face of the lock with a dial to vary tension amounts.

	==== Misc. Tools ====		==== Misc. Tools ====

	* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.		* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.
	* Falle tension wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over ~~torque~~, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.		* Falle tension wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over tension, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.
	* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape tension wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.		* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape tension wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.
	* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated tension tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide ~~torque~~ in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.		* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated tension tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide tension in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.

	== Lever Tension Tools ==		== Lever Tension Tools ==

	In [[Lever\|lever]] locks, a tension tool is inserted through the keyway and ~~torque~~ is applied directly to the bolt. In most cases, tension tools resemble the tip of a lever key.		In [[Lever\|lever]] locks, a tension tool is inserted through the keyway and tension is applied directly to the bolt. In most cases, tension tools resemble the tip of a lever key.

	== Disc-detainer Tension Tools ==		== Disc-detainer Tension Tools ==

	In [[Disc_detainer\|disc-detainer]] locks, ~~torque~~ is applied to varying discs in the lock, depending on the specifics of the lock. Locks are categorized as being top (front), bottom (back), or middle tensioned. In a bottom tensioned lock, ~~torque~~ is applied to the disc at the back of the lock.		In [[Disc_detainer\|disc-detainer]] locks, tension is applied to varying discs in the lock, depending on the specifics of the lock. Locks are categorized as being top (front), bottom (back), or middle tensioned. In a bottom tensioned lock, tension is applied to the disc at the back of the lock.

	== See also ==		== See also ==

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	[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools.jpg\|thumb\|400px\|right\|text-top\|A variety of [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tools.]]

	'''Tension''' (or '''torque''', '''torsion''') is a fundamental [[Lockpicking\|lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[Lock\|lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[Binding\|binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply ~~tension~~ to the lock while a [[Picks\|pick]] properly position internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the tension tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[Bolt\|bolt]].		'''Tension''' (or '''torque''', '''torsion''') is a fundamental [[Lockpicking\|lockpicking]] principle that allows a [[Lock\|lock]] to be compromised by exploiting tolerance errors and [[Binding\|binding]] to defeat each locking component individually. A tool is used to apply torque to the lock plug while a [[Picks\|pick]] properly position internal components. Once all components are positioned correctly the tension tool may be used to [[Actuator\|actuate]] the locking [[Bolt\|bolt]].

	Tension tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, or torque wrenches. Their design varies widely, but is most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tool. Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.		Tension tools are commonly referred to as tension bars, tension wrenches, torsion wrenches or torque wrenches. Their design varies widely, but is most commonly associated with the L shaped [[Pin_tumbler\|pin-tumbler]] tension tool. Like picking tools, most tension tools leave [[Forensics\|forensic]] evidence in the lock.

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	[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape tension tools.]]		[[Image:Tension_tools_flat.JPG\|thumb\|text-top\|right\|200px\|Normal and serrated versions of flat/Z shape tension tools.]]

	In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, ~~tension~~ is applied to the [[Plug\|plug]] of the lock by inserting the tension tool into the keyway.		In pin-tumbler, wafer, dimple, and axial locks, torque is applied to the [[Plug\|plug]] of the lock by inserting the tension tool into the keyway.

	==== L/Z Tools ====		==== L/Z Tools ====
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	* Weighted wrench, a normal L/flat wrench with a weight attached.		* Weighted wrench, a normal L/flat wrench with a weight attached.
	* Circular wrench, circular tool attached to the face of the lock with a dial to vary ~~tension~~ amounts.		* Circular wrench, circular tool attached to the face of the lock with a dial to vary torque amounts.

	==== Misc. Tools ====		==== Misc. Tools ====

	* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.		* Y/pronged wrench, double sided wrench that grips both sides of the keyway. Popular when working with automobile locks.
	* Falle tension wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over ~~tension~~, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.		* Falle tension wrench, a double sided wrench that grips the top and bottom of the keyway. Provides strong control over torque, and is useful for defeating [[security pin]]s.
	* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape tension wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.		* "Tulip" wrench, staggered L shape tension wrench used on tulip style doorknobs.
	* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated tension tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide ~~tension~~ in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.		* "Diamond" wrench, an elongated tension tool with a half-diamond tip. Used to provide torque in the center or back of the lock, at the bottom of the keyway.

	== Lever Tension Tools ==		== Lever Tension Tools ==

	In [[Lever\|lever]] locks, a tension tool is inserted through the keyway and ~~tension~~ is applied directly to the bolt. In most cases, tension tools resemble the tip of a lever key.		In [[Lever\|lever]] locks, a tension tool is inserted through the keyway and torque is applied directly to the bolt. In most cases, tension tools resemble the tip of a lever key.

	== Disc-detainer Tension Tools ==		== Disc-detainer Tension Tools ==

	In [[Disc_detainer\|disc-detainer]] locks, ~~tension~~ is applied to varying discs in the lock, depending on the specifics of the lock. Locks are categorized as being top (front), bottom (back), or middle tensioned. In a bottom tensioned lock, ~~tension~~ is applied to the disc at the back of the lock.		In [[Disc_detainer\|disc-detainer]] locks, torque is applied to varying discs in the lock, depending on the specifics of the lock. Locks are categorized as being top (front), bottom (back), or middle tensioned. In a bottom tensioned lock, torque is applied to the disc at the back of the lock.

	== See also ==		== See also ==