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Snap-On debuts low-profile tools

By Janice Wood · December 3, 2009 ·

Snap-on V Snap-on V1There’s nothing more frustrating than facing a tough fastener job in close quarters and not having the right tool. That’s why Snap-On Industrial has introduced its low-profile socket/ratchet sets that fit cramped quarters.

Sizes include 1/4-inch drive metric and fractional and 3/8-inch drive metric and fractional — all up to 33% percent shorter than competitive options, according to company officials.

The 1/4-inch drive metric set features a low-profile ratchet and 10 six-point, low-profile sockets. A mini-ratchet with a 72-tooth gear means maximum torque with minimal movement in tight spaces, Snap-On officials said. Socket sizes range from 5mm to 13mm. A 10-piece, 12-point low-profile socket/ratchet set is available in fractional sizes ranging from 3/16 inches to 9/16 inches. The 3/8-inch drive sets feature an 80-tooth, low-profile ratchet and either nine six-point or nine 12-point low-profile sockets; metric socket sizes range from 8mm to 18mm, with fractional sizes ranging from 1/4 inch to 3/4 inch.

For more information: 877-740-1900 or SnapOn.com/Industrial.

About Janice Wood

Janice Wood is editor of General Aviation News.

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