General Tools 12-1/2 in. Ratchet Tap Wrench
$26.22
General Tools has grown to become the recognized industry leader for specialty hand tools and instruments. General’s Gardening and Agricultural test instruments are ideal for monitoring grain and fertilizer storage environments, testing soil alkalinity and controlling agricultural equipment temperatures. Our agricultural instruments have proven themselves beneficial in both backyard gardens and full-scale farming environments. For nearly a century, General Tools and Instruments has produced some of the most reliable hand tools on the market. Along with our popular Plumbing Tools, we have expanded our product line to include a variety of Test Instruments and HVAC Tools.
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General Tools has grown to become the recognized industry leader for specialty hand tools and instruments. General’s Gardening and Agricultural test instruments are ideal for monitoring grain and fertilizer storage environments, testing soil alkalinity and controlling agricultural equipment temperatures. Our agricultural instruments have proven themselves beneficial in both backyard gardens and full-scale farming environments. For nearly a century, General Tools and Instruments has produced some of the most reliable hand tools on the market. Along with our popular Plumbing Tools, we have expanded our product line to include a variety of Test Instruments and HVAC Tools.
- Rachet can be set for right-hand or left-hand operation or locked for non-rachet use
- Designed to turn taps-tools that cut threads on the inner surface of a hole or pipe-or other small tools, such as hand reamers and screw extractors
- Wrench features a self-centering hardened steel jaws and knurled chuck sleeve provide positive grip
- Sliding T-handle fits into tight spaces while providing excellent leverage
- Tap capacity no 12 to 1/2 in. and 4-1/4 in. L
- Self-centering hardened steel jaws and knurled chuck sleeve
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Additional information
| Weight | 1.31 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1.00 × 4.25 × 6.75 in |
| Hand Tool Type | Pipe Wrench |
| Individual/Set | Individual |
| Measurement Standard | Metric, SAE, USS |
| Model | 162R |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Thread spacing | 0 |
| Tools Product Type | Hand Tool |
Reviews (13)
13 reviews for General Tools 12-1/2 in. Ratchet Tap Wrench
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Evalyn Lang (verified owner) –
This 12-1/2 in. Ratchet Tap Wrench from General Tools is very handy. It can be set for right-hand or left-hand use, or locked for non-ratcheting use. The ratcheting feature will be good for those drilling, reaming, extracting tasks where continual single directional turning without reversing will work best. I generally like to reverse the direction of taps every turn or so, to break and clean chips. For drilling and reaming, reversing can dull the cutting edge, so I like to go in only 1 direction. The chuck jaws grip securely and hold well. The T-handle slides either way up to 4 inches providing for very good grip and leverage. The ratcheting action is very smooth, but may be a bit challenging to change directions with in some situations.
Izaiah Skiles (verified owner) –
This is a review of the General Tools 12.5” Ratchet Tap Wrench. This is worlds better than the non-ratchet tap wrench I was using. It is heavy duty. The sliding tee handle is solid and won’t bend with heavy use. I have to be careful not to put too much torque on the taps. The ratchet feature is simple to operate with a spring loaded pull-up pin. When set it stays in place until changed. It can lock to disable the ratchet when needed. The ratchet is smooth and consistent. I am confident that I’ll get years of use from this tool.
Maude Ziemann (verified owner) –
Well made snd works as advertised.
Brown Hahn (verified owner) –
Nice workmanship. Although manufactured in India, it looks nicer than some older examples made in the US. Works well for hand tapping. My only complaint is it would be better if it still had the center hole on the back for guided tapping.
Oscar Bode (verified owner) –
The General Ratchet Tap Wrench is much handier to use with taps than the cross bar that comes with most tap and die sets. It’s well made and should easily withstand your muscle when tapping holes. Be warned, it comes with a protective coat of tool oil. I tried it out chasing threads on a support for our bed. Believe me, this use was almost an insult to this tool because it is made for much, much more. The video shows the third run through and by that time there was almost no resistance. Anyway, the repair was simple and worked and I got to know the Ratchet Tap Wrench. The Wrench is heavy, but in a good way. The weight and feel is a testament to its old style ruggedness. The ratchet mechanism is solid, you can feel it. There seems to be a bit of distance between the catches but nevertheless, they set positively and securely. The chuck easily handled my taps sized from 10-24 to ½ inch. The 10-24 inserted into the chuck secure enough to be used but the chuck would not close far enough to tightly grip the head. Your tap and die set probably has a smaller, fixed version of this wrench for use with the smaller taps. The slide bar handle can be moved to either side to maximize force or set in the middle and used as a T-bar. A round cam on the head of the Wrench is flattened on two sides and used to set the direction. Just lift and turn the cam about a half a turn. The flat side securely rests against a flat surface machined into the head of the Wrench. Again, simple, but well made. The cam pops up and down as you turn the ratchet. There are no directions but if you get one of these I’m betting you know how to use it. This is a high quality tool and should last for some time.
Hosea O’Conner (verified owner) –
This ratcheting tap wrench works quite well, but there is some room for improvement. It is fairly large for the size of taps it will accommodate and there is no place for an extension if you wanted to use one. Also the handle will not come out of the tap. It has only 6 clicks for a complete rotation, so the ratcheting mechanism has to move quite a bit to get to the next click. But I do like it and it is quite a bit easier to use than a non-ratcheting style. The jaws grab well and will accommodate taps from about 8/32″ to 1/2″ , this will vary a little based on your style and brand of tap. It will also accommodate drill bits from about 11/64″ to 5/16″. The jaws lock down quite tight and grab well, the collar to tighten the jaws works smoothly and is nicely knurled for a good grip. You can set the ratcheting mechanism to Left, Right or Locked. It is adjusted by a little knob on the top that you pull up and turn, either Left, Right or Centered. The wrench is about 4 1/2 inches tall and the handle is about 5 inches long. All in all a nice tool that is decently made.
Chauncey Stehr (verified owner) –
This is a high precision tool made with exceptional quality. Not only the design is superb but also materials used and machining is at precision level of medical or measuring equipment. Jaws are made of high grade carbon steel, you cannot even mar them with a screwdriver. They are designed in such way that they self center in the knurled chuck sleeve. The jaws can fit anything from 12″ to 1/2″ and tightening depth is sufficient enough with 4.5″.The T-handle slides easily for easy turn in both directions and the ratchet itself can be set for right-or left-hand operation or locked for non-ratchet use.It is a diverse tool that has many applications, strong and sturdy to hold anything, long handle so you get plenty of torque on it, yet small enough to fit tight spaces. Markings on the tool are not just etched that become invisible after a few smudges of oil, nor are stamped and become distorted after few months of usage, but laser engraved so they stand out more the dirtier the tool gets. Given the unbeatable price, this is a must have tool in your toolbox, and it is ready to help in so many situations where you need more grip, better stability and precision.
Laverna O’Kon (verified owner) –
This tap wrench holds down to 1/4″ taps and it easily handled a 1/2″ tap. The ratcheting action is smooth. The adjustment for left, right, or lock, is a knurled metal part attached to the pin that controls the ratcheting. It was easy for me to make the left,right, lock adjustment. This wrench is very sturdy and the fit and finish of the components are excellent. The ratcheting action is smooth and positive.
Milan Gibson (verified owner) –
This ratchet is normally used for tap and die but I don’t do tap and die all that much. I do think it makes a good alternative to my ratchet screw driver or my drill. I can put any number of bits in the Chuck and it is convenient to use when I fear the drill driver may strip the hole. This tool is nice to use on mechanics or when working on heaters. It is a nice addition to my tool box. It is heavy duty and works great.
Stephanie Lehner (verified owner) –
The General Tools Number 12 to 1/2 ” ratchet tap wrench is a perfect tool for the job. It makes tapping, reaming and drilling small holes easy. I have always used a ratchet to tap holes but it is awkward to start the drill bit straight. This T handle is a lot easier to start the bit straight. You can slide the handle all the way to one side for more leverage on tougher jobs. The reversible mechanism allows for easy removal also. The ratchet will lock in the center position to eliminate the ratchet function. The tool will work from number 12 bits to 1/2 bits.
Irwin Kris (verified owner) –
Great
Urban Murray (verified owner) –
I’ve used standard tapping handles for a lot of years, but sometimes you really get annoyed trying to get at hard to reach holes, especially if you don’t have 180 degrees to swing the handle. That’s why I wanted a ratcheting tap wrench. I’m glad I got this one. Even when your’e not restricted, It’s easier and faster than pushing the handle through to the other side and changing hands on each turn. No, it’s not a twelve and a half inch wrench, It fits taps from #12 to half an inch.
Oliver Emmerich (verified owner) –
This tap wrench holds down to 1/4″ taps and it easily handled a 1/2″ tap. The ratcheting action is smooth. The adjustment for left, right, or lock, is a knurled metal part attached to the pin that controls the ratcheting. It was easy for me to make the left,right, lock adjustment. This wrench is very sturdy and the fit and finish of the components are excellent. The ratcheting action is smooth and positive.