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Steelman 78453 1/4 inch drive ratchet, chrome finish, quick-release button

Steelman

Steelman 78453 1/4" Drive Ratchet Quick-Release

SKU CH-DA5X-T00MC

A 1/4-inch drive ratchet with a 72-tooth mechanism needing only 5 degrees of arc swing, chrome-vanadium construction and a back-mounted quick-release button

  • 72-tooth mechanism engages with only 5-degree arc swing for tight-space access
  • Chrome-vanadium steel construction withstands constant automotive wear and tear
  • High-polish chrome finish resists rust and corrosion while wiping clean easily
  • Back-mounted quick-release button enables effortless socket attachment and removal
  • Profiled handle delivers superior grip and comfort during extended use

Compact 1/4-Inch Ratchet for Tight Spaces

The STEELMAN 78453 is a 1/4-inch drive ratchet built for automotive technicians who work in confined engine bays. Its 72-tooth mechanism engages with just 5 degrees of arc swing, allowing fastener turns where a standard wrench cannot fit. The chrome-vanadium steel construction handles daily professional use without rounding. A profiled handle improves grip comfort during extended jobs.

Capacity and Headroom

The fine-tooth design excels at removing and tightening fasteners in shallow recesses and around obstacles. It accepts any standard 1/4-inch socket or extension, covering common small hardware sizes. The back-mounted quick-release button secures sockets firmly yet ejects them instantly when pressed. Buyers needing to break loose large, seized bolts or drive 3/8-inch and 1/2-inch sockets will need a larger-drive tool.

California Proposition 65 Chemical Notice

This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. The warning applies to the item as supplied by the manufacturer. Users should review safe-handling practices and wear appropriate protective equipment when working with the tool.

Highlights

  • 72-tooth mechanism engages with only 5-degree arc swing for tight-space access
  • Chrome-vanadium steel construction withstands constant automotive wear and tear
  • High-polish chrome finish resists rust and corrosion while wiping clean easily
  • Back-mounted quick-release button enables effortless socket attachment and removal
  • Profiled handle delivers superior grip and comfort during extended use

Specifications

BrandSTEELMAN

Questions about this item

Will the 1/4" drive on the 78453 ratchet accept the sockets I already own?

The 1/4-inch drive accepts any standard 1/4-inch socket or extension, so your existing sockets will fit and lock via the quick-release button.

How can I confirm the 72-tooth mechanism is engaging correctly after first use?

Turn the handle; you should feel a distinct click every 5 degrees of arc swing in both forward and reverse positions.

Does the box include any sockets or extensions, or only the ratchet itself?

The package contains the ratchet only; sockets and extensions are sold separately.

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