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Snap-On introduces short handle flex ratchet for tight spaces

By General Aviation News Staff · October 8, 2014 ·

Any mechanic knows that working in confined spaces can be challenging. That’s why Snap-on Industrial introduced its new 3/8” Drive Short Handle Flex Ratchet.

The 3/8” Drive Short Handle Flex Ratchet (part number FF80) comes with a 8-5/16” long handle, making it the ideal ratchet to use in tight spaces, according to company officials. Additionally, the ratchet has a streamlined 9/16” profile and width of 1-1/4″.

Snap-on Flex Handle RatchetThe ratchet comes with Dual80 Technology, which features dual pawls with seven teeth in contact with the gear.

Features and benefits of the new Short Handle Flex Ratchet includes:
• Sealed head to keep lubricants in and contaminants out for longer life
• Alloy steel for optimum strength and durability
• Mirror finish with nickel chrome plating to prevent corrosion

For more information: Snapon.com/Industrial

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