Date Added: January 17, 2010 11:41:37 PM

Whether you are in the automotive, industrial, engineering, agricultural sector or a serious DIY enthusiast, air ratchet wrenches are a vital piece of equipment when installing and removing nuts and bolts. Not only do they speed up productivity, they will reduce the time necessary to complete the task in hand, thereby saving time and money.

Air tools generally tend to be smaller, more robust and durable than conventional electric power tools, with less moving parts. They have more torque and power and they re easy to use. Air ratchet wrenches are ideal for use in small confined spaces such as engine bays on cars, commercial vehicles, motor cycles and outboards as they have trigger operated power control and require less space than a conventional hand held ratchet.

There are many types of air ratchet wrenches. They are available in different drive sizes: 1/2 , 3/8 and 1/4 inch , various lengths and differing torques. Many air ratchets are reversible which can be an important feature when removing and installing nuts and bolts, providing more versatility.

Some air ratchet wrenches come with contoured handles to insulate the user from chill and vibration, textured grip for added control and rear exhaust with baffle to reduce noise and oil spray. A super stubby ultra-compact model can fit in the palm of the hand and is perfect for working around tightly-packed engine components. Flexible head models are also available which allow 30 degree angle adjustment in both directions allowing the operator even more flexibility.

Be sure to take into account the CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) requirements of your air ratchet wrench , which will need to be lower than the CFM of your compressor. High CFM ratings mean a compressor can provide more air, making higher CFM units more practical for larger applications.

Author: L Payne www.clickonshop.co.uk