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Blue and black ratchet brake caliper spreader 270 mm long

Brake Caliper Spreader 40-68 mm 270 mm Blue Black

SKU CH-TWCM-1GCFQ

Ratchet caliper spreader adjusts 40-68 mm pistons on single, twin or quad calipers with 270 mm reach

  • Spreads pistons 40–68 mm for common calipers
  • 270 mm (10.7 in) reach fits tight wheel wells
  • Ratchet mechanism presses pistons evenly without C-clamp
  • Includes two steel plates for single, twin or quad pistons
  • Carbon-steel construction resists bending under high force

Brake caliper spreader 40-68 mm

This ratchet-type spreader pushes brake pistons back into the caliper when replacing pads or rotors. It covers a working range of 40 to 68 mm and includes two steel plates sized for single, twin or quad-piston calipers. The tool is aimed at DIY mechanics and professional technicians who service disc brakes on cars and light trucks.

Check caliper clearance before ordering

You need at least 1.5 inches of space between the caliper edge and the piston face for the spreader to fit. Verify that your vehicle's caliper design allows the spreading plates to seat centrally on the pistons. The tool requires inward pressure on both plates simultaneously to engage the ratchet mechanism, so confirm you can reach the caliper with both hands.

Hand-operated ratchet with carbon steel plates

The 270 mm (10.7 inch) carbon steel body and plastic grips transmit force manually, so effort depends on piston stiffness and corrosion. No external power source or hydraulic fluid is involved. Noise is limited to the ratchet clicks during operation. The tool draws no electrical power and generates no heat beyond normal hand friction.

Highlights

  • Spreads pistons 40–68 mm for common calipers
  • 270 mm (10.7 in) reach fits tight wheel wells
  • Ratchet mechanism presses pistons evenly without C-clamp
  • Includes two steel plates for single, twin or quad pistons
  • Carbon-steel construction resists bending under high force

Specifications

BrandOrion Motor Tech

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and do I need anything else?

The package includes the spreader tool and two steel plates measuring 4-5/8L x 2-3/8H. A C-clamp is recommended as an auxiliary tool for some applications.

Which spreader should I choose for my caliper?

This single model covers a working range of 40-68 mm and requires at least 1.5 inch clearance between the caliper edge and piston to fit.

What does the 270 mm length mean when I am working on the brakes?

The overall tool length is 270 mm (10.7 inch), giving enough leverage to ratchet the pistons back evenly across the 40-68 mm spread.

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