Mini Ratchet Wrench

This miniature ratchet wrench is ideal when working with limited access. This one works differently than a lot of the other 3D printed ratchet wrenches that have appeared over the years. Almost all the typical ones have the entire torque loaded onto a tooth or two of the rachet. This one actually acts a little more like a strap wrench, where the torque load tightens the outer ring onto the ratchet, creating a self tightening friction wrench. Hence, all the load is not taken up by the ratchet tooth alone. The interior ratchet is firmly locked into place as you exert a torque. To switch the direction of the ratchet, just flip the wrench over. I've provided 2 different versions: The first has a standard 3/8" square drive for use with standard sockets. The second has a ¼" hex hole for standard hex shaft bits. Update (7/20/2024): I've added finger knobs that can slide over the back of the square post (socket model) or the end of your hex bit (¼" hex bit model) that allow