If it ain’t broken, don’t fix it. A phrase I believe applies perfectly to life, politics, culture, economics, and yes, even design. There’s this constant trend of wanting to do something new and something better in the design industry, and I’m here to say that if something works, it works – it doesn’t need to be redesigned. That logic applies perfectly to the TiSpanner, an EDC we raved about in 2023. Now in version 3.0, the TiSpanner still sticks to its classic design from 2 years ago, with a few tweaks and upgrades that make it even more functional.
Simply put, the TiSpanner (as its name suggests) is a titanium-based spanner that packs a few crucial tools in its versatile design, making it the perfect EDC for heavy-duty as well as regular tasks. The earlier version was designed to be small enough to fit on your keychain (something that made us recommend it overwhelmingly), and while it worked, customers craved something bigger and better. So the folks at Titaner decided to do to the spanner what evolution does to Pokemon – make them bigger, better, and more badass.
Designer: Sven Chan of Titaner
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The most significant upgrade is the size adjustment. Although the compact design of the early version of TiSpanner is easy to hang on the keychain and suitable for daily carry-on, user feedback clearly mentioned that it hopes it can be “bigger and stronger”. TiSpanner 3.0 answers that call through design evolution, with a larger, thicker frame, offering a more comfortable grip and greater torque when using the adjustable wrench. It’s just a marginal size increase, measuring 2.24 inches (57mm) in height, but that slight size bump means better ergonomics, and the ability to use the spanner’s calipers to measure larger objects. The longer caliper now has a maximum measuring range of 5cm, making it more practical for quick measurements. However, it’s still compact enough to slip into a pocket or clip onto a bag, but the extra real estate means it’s easier to handle when the job gets tough.
The TiSpanner 3.0’s core feature remains its set of titanium calipers, robust enough to tighten/loosen any nut or bolt with minimal elbow-grease. Like its predecessor, engravings on the TiSpanner 3.0’s body turn it into a measuring tool too, working like a pair of Vernier calipers that let you accurately measure objects that fit between the two caliper-heads. A tiny divot in the back of the caliper heads serves as a nifty bottle opener, and now in the TiSpanner 3.0, it also gets a pretty significant new feature upgrade.
When you’re not popping open brewskis, that divot (or groove) clamps around a dual-sided mini flexible bit that sits snugly inside a slot in the TiSpanner’s handle. Pop the bit into its groove and tighten the calipers and you’ve now got yourself a high-torque screwdriver of sorts. Held securely in place with dual magnets, the mini flexible bit stays put when not in use but pops out effortlessly when needed. The bit’s dual-sided design equips you with a Torx head on one side, and a Philips head on the other.
Nail Puller
Glass-breaker
The rest of the TiSpanner 3.0 replays all the classic hits, with a few remasters. The nail puller has been upgraded with a deeper embedded groove, improving grip for stubborn nails, while nut size markings now grace the back of the tool, turning it into a handy reference guide when working with different fasteners. In addition, the larger nail file and emergency whetstone improve the user experience compared to the previous generation. You can still find the tungsten carbide glass-breaker that used to grace the bottom of the previous TiSpanner on the bottom of the 3.0, but now it also doubles as a precision box opener, slicing through tape and packaging with ease.
Multipurpose
Although you’ll get a few stares, you can still use the TiSpanner 3.0 to prop your phone up, clamping it and using the spanner as a makeshift kickstand. When the TiSpanner is not in use, a loop lets you hook it to a keychain, carabiner, or paracord for easy carrying. Like I said, a design that isn’t broken shouldn’t need major fixing. Everything we loved about the previous TiSpanner gets carried forward into this variant too, but with a few extra features.
TiSpanner 3.0 is still made of solid titanium alloy, which is not only extremely strong but also very light. Compared with traditional steel, titanium alloy is rust-resistant and corrosion-resistant, which can ensure that the tool is still as good as new after years of use. The newly designed magnetic alignment system enhances the firmness of the components and effectively prevents the tool from shaking or even accidentally falling off when being carried or used.
Titaner has always been known for providing high-quality EDC equipment, and TiSpanner 3.0 is the embodiment of their active response to supporters’ feedback. This generation of products not only retains the classic features of TiSpanner, but also improves functionality through precise upgrades. Whether it is a sturdy wrench, a flexible screwdriver, or a multi-functional tool in daily life, TiSpanner 3.0 takes every function to the extreme through practical rather than fancy design. This is not just an upgrade, but more like the result of the natural evolution of the product.
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