Features
- Low-profile directional lever
- 5° arc swing for access in restricted areas
- Slim head design for improved maneuverability
- 72-tooth gear system for finer increments and higher torque
- Contoured handle with anti-slip grooves
- Chrome vanadium steel construction
Specifications
| Sku | DWMT17130 |
| Drive Size In | 1/4 |
| Overall Length In | 5-21/32 |
| Product Weight Oz | 4.16 |
| Sku | DWMT17131 |
| Drive Size In | 3/8 |
| Overall Length In | 7-5/8 |
| Product Weight Oz | 11.36 |
| Sku | DWMT19206 |
| Drive Size In | 1/2 |
| Overall Length In | 9-19/32 |
| Product Weight Oz | 20.16 |
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Pear-head ratchet designed for use in confined or restricted areas. It has a low-profile, slim head and a 5° arc swing to allow finer movement in tight spaces. The handle is contoured with anti-slip grooves for improved grip and control. The mechanism and body are made from chrome vanadium steel for strength and durability.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Tight-Space Mechanic
Offer on-site micro-mechanical services for cars and motorcycles focused on cramped engine-bay tasks (belt tensioners, alternators, battery trays). Market the 5° arc swing and slim head as your edge for faster service without disassembly; tier pricing by drive size tasks (1/4 in small accessories, 3/8 in general, 1/2 in heavier mounts).
Built-In Appliance & Cabinet Install
Specialize in installing dishwashers, wall ovens, and custom cabinetry where clearances are tight. The low-profile ratchet reduces removal of adjacent panels, cutting labor time. Sell premium packages for high-rise condos and historic homes where access is limited and precision matters.
Data Center Rack Assembly Service
Provide rapid deployment of server racks and cable management in cramped aisles. Use the 1/4 in drive with bit sockets for cage nuts and rails, and the 3/8 in for anchoring bases. Pitch the 72-tooth mechanism as minimizing swing in hot aisles, reducing downtime during change windows.
Furniture Assembly Concierge
Offer white-glove, in-home assembly of flat-pack furniture with a focus on damage-free, tight-clearance builds. The pear-head ratchet speeds connector-bolt tightening inside narrow panels. Upsell with timed guarantees and protective setup for luxury apartments and offices.
Compact Ratchet Kit + Content
Bundle the three drive sizes with bit adapters into a ‘tight-spaces’ kit and produce short tutorials for van builds, appliance installs, and RC maintenance. Monetize via kit sales, affiliate links, and paid workshops; offer a rental/try-before-you-buy program for makerspaces.
Creative
Vanlife Flush-Mount Cabinetry
Build a compact camper-van galley with hidden fasteners and steel angle brackets placed only inches from walls. Use the 1/4 in drive for bit sockets and pocket-hole screws inside tight carcasses, the 3/8 in for bracket bolts, and the 5° arc swing and slim head to tighten hardware where a standard ratchet can’t fit.
Fold-Flat Murphy Desk with Concealed Bolts
Create a wall-mounted, fold-down desk that uses recessed barrel nuts and connector bolts hidden in 3/4 in panels. The low-profile directional lever and 72-tooth gear let you set and snug fasteners within narrow channels without removing the tool, keeping the exterior clean and hardware invisible.
Hidden-Fastener Bookshelf With Steel Spine
Design a modern bookshelf that uses a back-side steel spine and countersunk cross-bolts tightened from a 1 in gap behind shelves. The slim pear head sneaks between shelf and wall to drive socket-head bolts, while the anti-slip grip helps apply steady torque without marring finished surfaces.
RC Car Drivetrain Overhaul
Upgrade an RC buggy’s diff and driveshafts where clearance is minimal under the chassis. Pair the 1/4 in ratchet with hex bit sockets to reach fasteners tucked between suspension arms; the 5° arc keeps progress steady without removing the body or major components.
Slimline Bike Stand and Tool Organizer
Build a wall-hung bike repair station using T-slot aluminum and low-profile fasteners. Use the 3/8 in drive to assemble T-nuts and corner brackets close to the wall, and the 1/4 in with bit adapter for accessories, taking advantage of the slim head to work inside the extrusion channels.