In Focus: K&E Tools TurboPact Air Ratchets

July 25, 2011

K&E Tools offers the TurboPact 3/8"-drive (No. KE-1150) and 1/4"-drive (No. KE-1140) Mini ReactionFree Impact Ratchet. The built-in regulator helps to control the amount of torque needed on sensitive applications. The mini size and patented ReactionFree impacting mechanism make the tool optimum for under dashboards and other confined areas.

Features and benefits

The K&E TurboPact can help professional technicians work faster, safer and more efficiently in tight, space-restricted areas. The TurboPact offers exceptional power, speed, safety and ergonomics. The reaction-free impact mechanism means no more smashed knuckles or twisted wrists.

Origins

For tool distributors and resellers, K&E Tools offers:

  • Professional quality.
  • Less competition.
  • Higher profit margins.
  • Innovative and exclusive products.
  • Parts availability and service.

For end users, the TurboPact offers twice the torque of typical mini air ratchets with three times the speed. The reaction-free impact mechanism allows technicians to get through tasks quickly, efficiently and safely.

Specs

The entire K&E Tool line, including the TurboPact, is currently manufactured in Japan. With over 30 years of air tool experience, we have found that our Japanese factories offer higher quality materials, tighter tolerances and more consistency than products manufactured in other regions.

  • Drives:1/4" and 3/8".
  • Length: 6.1".
  • Weight: 1.3 lbs.
  • Sound: 83 dB.
  • Speed: 600 rpm.
  • Max torque: 50 ft./lbs.

Selling points

  • Small size for limited access areas.
  • High power.
  • High speed.
  • Safety.

The key to selling this tool is as simple as putting it into the hands of your customers. The TurboPact will do the selling for you.

Suggested retail price

$240

For more information

Mike Aardema

National Account Manager

(800) 235-1782

[email protected]

www.ketools.com 

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