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Ridgid 31170 basin wrench, telescopic alloy steel 10 to 17 inches

Ridgid

Ridgid 31170 Basin Wrench 10-17 in

SKU CH-1Y1F-021T8

Adjustable basin wrench telescopes from 10 to 17 inches for one-hand ratcheting access to faucet nuts behind basins

  • One-hand ratcheting speeds faucet removal
  • Telescopic shank adjusts from 10 in to 17 in
  • Alloy steel construction resists corrosion and wear
  • Reaches holding nuts behind basin easily
  • Designed for 3/8 to 1-1/4 in nuts

Ridgid 31170 Basin Wrench Purpose

The Ridgid 31170 basin wrench is a professional plumbing tool built for removing and installing faucet holding nuts in tight spaces behind basins. Its alloy steel construction delivers the strength required for daily trade use while the one-hand ratcheting mechanism speeds up repetitive fastening tasks on residential and commercial jobs.

Who This Suits and Who Should Look Elsewhere

Plumbers and maintenance technicians who regularly work on lavatory and kitchen faucet installations will benefit from the telescopic shank that adjusts from 10 in to 17 in for extended reach. The tool is not suited for buyers who need a fixed-length wrench for confined cabinets where the sliding mechanism cannot retract, nor for general-purpose bolt work outside plumbing fittings.

What the Telescopic Shank and Ratchet Change

The telescopic shank on models 1017 and 1019 lets the operator set the exact reach between 10 in and 17 in without swapping tools, while the one-hand ratcheting action keeps the jaw engaged on the nut during each swing. Together they reduce the time spent repositioning the wrench on hard-to-access basin nuts.

Highlights

  • One-hand ratcheting speeds faucet removal
  • Telescopic shank adjusts from 10 in to 17 in
  • Alloy steel construction resists corrosion and wear
  • Reaches holding nuts behind basin easily
  • Designed for 3/8 to 1-1/4 in nuts

Specifications

BrandRIDGID

Questions about this item

What size supply-line nuts does the 31170 basin wrench fit?

The wrench jaws accommodate nuts from 3/8 in up to 1-1/4 in across common faucet connections.

Will the telescopic shank on the 31170 reach nuts behind a deep vanity basin?

The shank extends from 10 in to 17 in, letting one-hand ratcheting reach holding nuts set well back.

How do I confirm the ratchet is engaging correctly on the 31170?

Turn the handle; the jaw should grip the nut and ratchet in one direction while releasing in the other.

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