Silverline Tools 1/4 inch Mechanics Socket Ratchet Handle 150mm 245040

Silverline Tools 1/4 inch Socket Reversible Ratchet Handle 150mm

Barcode: 5055058164001

MPN: 245040

Overview:

1/4 inch Mechanics Socket Reversible Ratchet Handle a 150mm compact, practical ratchet designed for fast socket work in tight spaces. Manufactured from tough chrome vanadium steel, it’s built for durability and everyday workshop or DIY use. The reversible ratcheting mechanism allows you to pivot the handle back and forth to turn the socket without removing and repositioning the tool, helping speed up repetitive fastening tasks. Finished with a polished, chrome plated surface for easier cleaning and corrosion resistance, it’s a reliable addition to any 1/4 inch socket set.

Key Features

• 1/4 inch drive reversible ratchet handle for sockets and accessories

• Reversible ratcheting mechanism for faster tightening and loosening

• Turn-knob direction change on the back of the ratchet head

• Chrome vanadium construction for strength and long service life

• Compact 150mm length for control in restricted spaces

• Polished, chrome plated finish for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning

• Teardrop-style, straight handle with round head design

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline Tools

• Product Type: Socket Reversible Ratchet Handle

• MPN: 245040

• Drive Size: 1/4 inch

• Drive Type: Square

• Length: 150mm

• Reversible: Yes

• Adjustment Method: Turn knob on back of ratchet head

• Style: Tear drop handle, straight handle, round head

• Material: Chrome vanadium steel

• Secondary Handle Material: Carbon steel

• Finish: Chrome plated, polished

Applications

• Fast tightening and loosening with 1/4 inch drive sockets

• Automotive trim, small fixings and light mechanical work

• Assembly and maintenance tasks in confined spaces

• DIY projects using 1/4 inch socket accessories and extensions

• Workshop toolkits requiring a compact, versatile ratchet

How to Use

• Fit a 1/4 inch square drive socket or accessory onto the ratchet

• Select tightening or loosening direction using the rear turn knob

• Seat the socket fully on the fastener

• Pivot the handle back and forth to turn the fastener without repositioning

• Apply steady pressure and avoid overloading the tool on stubborn fixings

• Wipe clean after use and store dry to maintain the finish

1/4 inch Mechanics Socket Ratchet Handle 245040 – Key FAQs

• What drive size is this Silverline ratchet handle?
  This is a 1/4 inch square drive ratchet, designed to work with 1/4 inch sockets, extensions and accessories.

• How do you change direction on this reversible ratchet?
  Direction is changed using the turn knob on the back of the ratchet head, allowing quick switching between tightening and loosening.

• What length is the ratchet handle?
  The handle is 150mm long, making it a compact option for controlled work, especially in tighter spaces.

• What is the ratchet made from?
  It’s manufactured from chrome vanadium steel for toughness and durability, with a chrome plated, polished finish for easier cleaning.

• What type of handle shape does it have?
  It features a teardrop-style straight handle with a round head, giving a familiar feel and easy access around sockets and extensions.

• What jobs is a 1/4 inch ratchet best suited to?
  A 1/4 inch ratchet is ideal for smaller fasteners, light mechanical work, assembly tasks and maintenance jobs where compact access is important.