How Does a Ratchet Wrench Work?
Function of a Ratchet Wrench Basic wrenches have been around for a very long time, and their usefulness has not diminished since their inception into the standard tool sets of millions of people around the world. The introduction of the ratcheting wrench has allowed people to apply force to fasteners without having to remove and reset the wrench on the fastener each time he wishes to move it. This improves the efficiency of the tool and shortens work time. Construction of the Wrench The ratchet wrench consists of the wrench body, which houses a geared unit and a switching assembly at one end. The switching assembly is set up so that an engaging member moves with the switch, and, depending on which direction the wrench is to be turned, engages a different side of the geared unit. A small spring applies force to the engaging member, so that when the gear is turned one direction, it engages, but in the other direction, it slips. The geared unit is connected to an output shaft of sorts tha
