Central Tools

About Central Tools

Central Tools has built a lasting reputation in the precision measurement and hand tool industry by delivering accurate, dependable instruments to professional mechanics, machinists, and serious DIYers alike. With a product catalog spanning more than 150 items, Central Tools is a go-to source for anyone who demands exacting standards from their equipment — whether on the shop floor or in a home garage.

What sets Central Tools apart is their focus on precision. In automotive and mechanical work, a measurement that is even slightly off can mean the difference between a reliable repair and a costly comeback. Central Tools addresses this by engineering instruments that are built to tight tolerances and designed to hold their calibration under real-world conditions. This commitment to accuracy is evident across every product segment they serve.

Precision Measurement Tools

Among Central Tools' most popular offerings are their Dial Indicator Gauges, which are widely used for measuring runout, alignment, and surface variation on engine components, brake rotors, axle shafts, and more. A quality dial indicator is an indispensable instrument in any serious workshop, and Central Tools delivers gauges with consistent needle response and durable construction.

For engine rebuilders and machinists, the brand's Engine Cylinder Bore Gauges provide the accuracy needed to measure cylinder wear, taper, and out-of-round conditions — critical data points when deciding whether a block can be reused or needs to be bored. Paired with their Multi Purpose Micrometers, Central Tools gives machinists a complete set of inside and outside measurement solutions for engine work, driveline components, and precision fitment tasks.

Hand Tools & Service Equipment

Beyond precision measurement, Central Tools produces a respected line of Torque Wrenches that help technicians apply the correct fastener loads on everything from cylinder heads to wheel lug nuts. Proper torque is essential to preventing both under-tightened fasteners — which can loosen under vibration — and over-tightened ones that can strip threads or warp components. Central Tools torque wrenches are designed to deliver consistent, repeatable results across a broad range of torque values.

Rounding out their automotive service lineup, Central Tools also manufactures Brake Hydraulic System Bleeding Tools. Bleeding brakes is a routine but critical service procedure, and the right tool makes the job faster, cleaner, and more effective. Central Tools bleeding equipment is built to handle the demands of both professional shop use and home garage service.

Why Choose Central Tools?

• Precision-focused engineering across all measurement instruments
• Wide product range covering both measurement and service tool needs
• Trusted by professionals in automotive, machining, and mechanical trades
• Consistent calibration designed for real-world shop environments

Whether you are rebuilding an engine, performing a brake service, or verifying component tolerances, Central Tools provides the instruments and hand tools you need to get the job done right the first time.