Would you accept a slightly thicker ratchet head if it eliminated socket swaps?

[swede02]

Hypothetical.


If a cordless ratchet had a built-in rotating system with 4–5 common metric sizes (10/12/13/14mm), so you could switch sizes without pulling the socket off…


BUT the head was slightly thicker than standard…


Would that be useful or just annoying?


Assume:

• It’s not for breaking bolts loose
• Just speeding up repetitive removal/install
• Same torque as typical 12V ratchets

Is the time saved worth the bulk?
Or does head thickness kill the whole idea?


Be honest.

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

Is the time saved worth the bulk?
Or does head thickness kill the whole idea?

No, and yes. If you already have the correct socket in place, to apply the torque, and break it loose, no time is lost in continuing to use the same socket.

 

[mattylad]

Is this going to be a new Ikea product?

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

Do we get free samples to test

 

[blup]

Check with the patents office before going into production, there are many companies who “invent “ things” solely to bring a patent breach claim against a genuine invention. Or go on dragons den and entertain us.

 

[stevie888]

Why do you assume you're not going to crack the nuts with it: forces the assumption that it's inherently weak.

My spannering days are largely behind me but this doesn't sound like a must have.