Auto Service Tools Limited (AST) are designers and manufacturers of specialised service tools for the
automotive and aerospace industry.
AST now in its 23rd year was founded in 1990 as an amalgamation of Dawson Engineering Limited, which operated as a sub-contract Precision Engineering Company, and Auto Service Tools which was a Marketing Company.
Utilising state of the art technology, AST has steadily developed a unique and innovative range of specialised
products for use by professional automotive technicians. The company has recently moved to new larger
premises to allow it to further expand its business in both the UK and export markets.
AST tools are manufactured to the latest DIN / ANSI standards and are manufactured from the highest quality steel to meet the demands of all professionals.
Item Description:
Professional hand ratchet fine tooth with rubber handle and quick release
Produced in accordance with Germanys DIN ISO 5749 standard.
AST ratchets are manufactured to the latest DIN / ANSI standards with a 72 teeth quick release reversible action.
AST 72 teeth ratchets provide 5 degrees of operation for working in tight areas, the 72 teeth ratchets offer extremely good load, 17 teeth are engaged whilst applying load, giving 45% more strength than a standard ratchet.Overall length 150mm (6")
Drop forged Cr-Mo steel
Bi-material TPE & TPR injected handle
Ergonomically designed handle, enlarged grip surfaces for handling comfort
Remember a cheap tool is only cheap the first time you buy it!! We find it’s easier to explain the price of quality now rather than have to apologise for anything less later.