In Focus: Ingersoll Rand 1211MAX Series High Speed Ratchet

April 6, 2023
Conveniently fits into tight spaces for enhanced accessibility in areas that commonly bang-up hands.

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Application

The Ingersoll Rand 1211MAX Series High Speed Ratchet conveniently fits into tight spaces for enhanced accessibility in areas that commonly bang-up hands, such as transmission and engine covers. The tool is ideal for breakneck bolt running in a broad range of work environments including vehicle repair, light assembly, and industrial maintenance.

Selling points

  • Has the power and speed to quickly run off bolts, without pummeling knuckles.
  • Employs a unique twin hammer reactionless impact mechanism that protects the operator’s knuckles and fingers from kickback while quickly completing the job, even in small spaces.
  • Weighs just over 3 lbs and is small enough to use one-handed in tight spaces.
  • Features an ergonomic design with a compact, straight-line composite handle and contoured trigger that maximizes comfort, control, and accessibility in tight spaces.

Features and benefits

  • Offers 80 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque and produces 625 rpm, so running off bolts is faster than ever.
  • Once the tool has reached its torque limit, the operator can add a last touch of torque manually using the tool’s true ratcheting mechanism.
  • Its variable speed regulator gives technicians the ability to easily control performance.
  • The contoured trigger activator enables for more intuitive use than traditional handle design while preventing finger slippage from oil, grease, etc.
  • 360-degree swivel air inlet prevents twisted air hoses for more efficient maneuvering in cluttered workspaces.

Origin

Ingersoll Rand developed the 1211MAX Series High Speed Ratchet to give technicians the speed they need to make rate, without sacrificing the safety of their hands.

Manufacturing/engineering specifications

The 1211MAX Series High Speed Impact Ratchet is available in 3/8” or 1/2” drive and features a twin hammer reactionless impact mechanism for safer, reliable operation in high-torque applications. Its nickel-plated housing provides enhanced corrosion resistance and components are easily serviceable to extend tool life and value.

Suggested retail price

$349

For more information

Visit ingersollrand.com/1211MAX or contact your local sales representative.

Information provided by Ingersoll Rand 

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