{"product_id":"gripedge-7-16-hex-extra-long-flex-head-low-profile-dual-action-driver-ratchet","title":"GripEdge | 7\/16\" Hex Extra-Long Flex Head Low-Profile Dual Action Driver Ratchet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe standard DFRA6572 solved the clearance problem: paired with a GripEdge Tools Dual Action Driver bit, it produces a 22mm combined stack height, the lowest available. The DFRA1072 keeps that same head, mechanism, and stack height on a 10\" body, 3.5\" longer than the standard ratchet. The added length multiplies the torque you can apply for the same hand force, which matters when a fastener is tight or seized and swing room is limited. It also extends reach into deep engine bays, frame rails, airframe panels, and equipment housings where a 6.5\" ratchet falls short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is where the clearance comes from. A patented recess ring inside the ratchet head lets a GripEdge Tools Dual Action Driver bit seat deeper into the tool than any other ratchet accepts, so the bit and ratchet function as one integrated unit rather than two stacked parts. That advantage only applies with GripEdge 1\/4\" drive DAD bits; a standard hex bit socket gives it up entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e22mm combined stack height.\u003c\/strong\u003e An 8.0mm head paired with a seated DAD bit measures 22.0mm on the fastener, compared with 33.5mm for an average 1\/4\" ratchet and bit socket and 23.5mm for the leading low-profile competitor running a GripEdge DAD bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10\" body for leverage and reach.\u003c\/strong\u003e The longer lever arm puts more torque behind every stroke and reaches fasteners buried deeper in an assembly, with no change to head height or width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContoured handle.\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle profile is shaped for grip stability and control, reducing hand fatigue over extended use, especially when working at awkward angles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReversible 72-tooth mechanism, 5 degree swing arc.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many low-profile ratchets are not reversible. This one is, and its fine tooth count engages with minimal handle travel when swing room is measured in degrees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-locking flex head, 0 to 180 degrees.\u003c\/strong\u003e A friction pivot holds position through the full range without a lock. Omitting the lock saves parts and height and removes a component that can fail under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlush-mount selector switch.\u003c\/strong\u003e The direction switch sits flush with the head, so it cannot snag, catch on surrounding components, or flip mid-stroke. It is glove friendly and unique among low-profile ratchets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-backdrag mechanism.\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle resets on the return stroke without pulling the bit or fastener backward, which keeps small and lightly seated fasteners from turning with the handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField-serviceable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The head uses exposed fasteners and replaceable gear assemblies, the flex joint is replaceable, and dedicated repair kits are available, so a worn ratchet gets rebuilt in the field instead of replaced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForged Cr-Mo steel, hi-polish chrome.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrome-molybdenum construction resists wear and deformation under heavy torque loads, with a chrome finish for corrosion resistance and easy cleanup. ASME B107 compliant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for automotive, aerospace, industrial maintenance, and precision fabrication work where clearance is tight and the fastener still needs real torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDFRA1072\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\" square\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e254mm (10\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0mm (0.315\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.0mm (0.905\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombined stack height with DAD bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.0mm (0.866\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTooth count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwing arc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlex range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 180 degrees, non-locking friction pivot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive cavity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\/16\" hex pass-through, 1\/4\" drive DAD bits only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForged chrome-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHi-polish chrome plating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServiceability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplaceable gear assemblies and flex joint, repair kits available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eASME B107 compliant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngineering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeveloped, engineered, and tested in the USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ratchet works only with GripEdge 1\/4\" drive Dual Action Driver bits. The 7\/16\" hex pass-through cavity is sized for 1\/4\" drive DAD bodies; 3\/8\" drive Dual Action Drivers will not fit. Compatible sets include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gripedgetools.com\/products\/gripedge-10-pc-rpt-1-4-drive-low-profile-metric-hex-dual-action-driver-set\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDDHAM10S: 10-Pc Metric Hex Dual Action Driver Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. 2mm through 10mm, all sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gripedgetools.com\/products\/gripedge-10-pc-rpt-1-4-drive-low-profile-sae-hex-dual-action-driver-set\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDDHAS10S: 10-Pc SAE Hex Dual Action Driver Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. 5\/64\" through 3\/8\", all sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gripedgetools.com\/products\/gripedge-13-pc-rpt-1-4-drive-low-profile-star-dual-action-driver-set\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDDSA13S: 13-Pc Star (Torx Compatible) Dual Action Driver Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. T8 through T60, all sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gripedgetools.com\/products\/gripedge-12-pc-1-4-3-8-drive-low-profile-triple-square-dual-action-driver-bit-set\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDDTS12S: 12-Pc Triple Square Dual Action Driver Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. M4 through M14 only. The M16 and M18 in this set are 3\/8\" drive and will not fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame 22mm stack height, more leverage, more reach.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GripEdge Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53037130547511,"sku":"DFRA1072","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/2543\/1863\/files\/DFRB1890_1_1.jpg?v=1792611128","url":"https:\/\/www.gripedgetools.com\/products\/gripedge-7-16-hex-extra-long-flex-head-low-profile-dual-action-driver-ratchet","provider":"GRIPEDGE Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}