Anyone have input on this?

[Purist]

I was over my parents yesterday putting up some stuff on the walls for my mother and needed to grab some things from my dad’s toolbox. While rummaging through it, I stumbled across this, which I believe he has had laying around in there for, I don’t know, 15+ years (if not longer):





He has never used it and since I have a little air compressor setup at my house,I figured I’d take it home and see what it was all about.

Before I get a chance to use it, I decided I’d see if there was any info online. A quick Google search, however, turned up nothing. And so, I turn to you GJ folks. Anyone have any input/feedback (good or bad)? Literally can’t find anything.

Thanks in advance!



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[p_mori7]

That is a good little unit ! NICE find !

 

[montanafordman]

I know nothing about that particular air ratchet but they do come in handy - make sure you put a few drops of air tool oil in the hose inlet before you use it.

 

[atikovi]

A quick Google search, however, turned up nothing. And so, I turn to you GJ folks. Anyone have any input/feedback (good or bad)? Literally can’t find anything.

It's an air ratchet.

 

[The Cobbler]

probably a Chinese or Taiwan brand.
oil it up & use it. You'll like it.

 

[Purist]

It's an air ratchet.

Hope that made your night and you feel that much better about yourself for a useless response. I obviously know that...looking for any more information on it since I don’t have any paperwork that came with it. Specs, date manufactured, etc etc.




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[Htscheg]

Says made in japan.... use the heck out of it and I second putting a few drops of air tool oil in it

 

[atikovi]

Says made in japan

Hope he doesn't call your post a useless response too.

 

[tonyprovo723]

Have you used an air ratchet before? Not trying to be a jerk, use it in open space a couple times first. They have some kick to them at the worst times and seem to bite knuckles.

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[tonyprovo723]

Another thing. I can't tell from the pic, but the tool may have an adjustment screw ... It controls the air/speed. I learned of this from YouTube.
Chucke2009

These come in handy from time to time though I usually reach for a manual ratchet first.

Need to bring out the compressor and hose. If you are working on anything clean, you will end up with it being misted in oil.

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[KnurledNut]

December 17, 2007 by Auto Service World
Chicago Pneumatic Acquires KTS


"Chicago Pneumatic has signed an agreement through parent company Atlas Copco to acquire KTS Co. Ltd., a Japanese maker of handheld pneumatic tools for the vehicle service market.
“The acquisition of KTS further strengthens the CP Vehicle Service division’s position as a leading supplier of tools and associated products to the automotive aftermarket,” said Yves Antier, president for Chicago Pneumatic Vehicle Service division.
“The synergies we anticipate through this acquisition will offer our current customers, as well as the Japanese vehicle service market, a more comprehensive range of products and solutions.”
Based in Tokyo, KTS’ product range includes Power Magnum tools and air tools sold as OEM brands.
KTS serves the second largest automobile market in the world, providing Chicago Pneumatic with a brand, sales force and manufacturing arm which will facilitate fast growth in Japan and throughout Asia.
Through the acquisition, which is expected to be completed within two weeks, KTS will be integrated into the CP Vehicle Service Division within Atlas Copco’s Industrial Technique business area.
KTS will continue to operate under its current name.
Chicago Pneumatic is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of innovative aftermarket tools, accessories and compressors.
Founded in 1901, the company serves automotive, truck and heavy equipment repair, and tire and body shops with industry leading pneumatic impact wrenches, ratchets, drills, grinders, pneumatic hammers and sanders."

 

[kb1982]

I picked up a CP 860 die grinder awhile back and its COO is Japan. Prolly made at the same factory

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[anndel]

Couple drops of oil and use it. As other Op says, try it in the open tightening/loosening nuts/bolts. Made in Japan KTS makes excellent air tools.

 

[Purist]

That is a good little unit ! NICE find !

Thanks...I'll tell you, it feels super solid. It's been laying around unused for so long, I just hope it works. I'll definitely follow-up!

I know nothing about that particular air ratchet but they do come in handy - make sure you put a few drops of air tool oil in the hose inlet before you use it.

Good to know. I don't and have not used any air tools before, so I had no idea to even add the oil. Going to grab some today before I fire it up.

probably a Chinese or Taiwan brand.
oil it up & use it. You'll like it.

Close! Made in Japan. Should last forever then, right?

Says made in japan.... use the heck out of it and I second putting a few drops of air tool oil in it

That's the plan! I have a small compressor, so not sure it'll have the CFM to support this tool but I do plan on upgrading my compressor in the near future.

Have you used an air ratchet before? Not trying to be a jerk, use it in open space a couple times first. They have some kick to them at the worst times and seem to bite knuckles.

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Nope, never have. This is HELPFUL to know...unlike a certain response to my post. Thanks, man!

Another thing. I can't tell from the pic, but the tool may have an adjustment screw ... It controls the air/speed. I learned of this from YouTube.
Chucke2009

These come in handy from time to time though I usually reach for a manual ratchet first.

Need to bring out the compressor and hose. If you are working on anything clean, you will end up with it being misted in oil.

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Noted...thanks, again!

December 17, 2007 by Auto Service World
Chicago Pneumatic Acquires KTS


"Chicago Pneumatic has signed an agreement through parent company Atlas Copco to acquire KTS Co. Ltd., a Japanese maker of handheld pneumatic tools for the vehicle service market.
“The acquisition of KTS further strengthens the CP Vehicle Service division’s position as a leading supplier of tools and associated products to the automotive aftermarket,” said Yves Antier, president for Chicago Pneumatic Vehicle Service division.
“The synergies we anticipate through this acquisition will offer our current customers, as well as the Japanese vehicle service market, a more comprehensive range of products and solutions.”
Based in Tokyo, KTS’ product range includes Power Magnum tools and air tools sold as OEM brands.
KTS serves the second largest automobile market in the world, providing Chicago Pneumatic with a brand, sales force and manufacturing arm which will facilitate fast growth in Japan and throughout Asia.
Through the acquisition, which is expected to be completed within two weeks, KTS will be integrated into the CP Vehicle Service Division within Atlas Copco’s Industrial Technique business area.
KTS will continue to operate under its current name.
Chicago Pneumatic is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of innovative aftermarket tools, accessories and compressors.
Founded in 1901, the company serves automotive, truck and heavy equipment repair, and tire and body shops with industry leading pneumatic impact wrenches, ratchets, drills, grinders, pneumatic hammers and sanders."

That's about the only thing I could find online. I googled the model # and got no hits back.

I picked up a CP 860 die grinder awhile back and its COO is Japan. Prolly made at the same factory

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Probably!

Couple drops of oil and use it. As other Op says, try it in the open tightening/loosening nuts/bolts. Made in Japan KTS makes excellent air tools.

Great to know, thank you!

 

[DGersic]

They’re useful, I guess, but mine rarely leaves my toolbox. Can be good for spinning in or out a bolt with limited clearance for swinging a ratchet handle, but they do tend to bite if you’re not careful.



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[Lassen Forge]

Don't forget to oil it before you use it...

 

[mbshop]

Used the heck out of those back in the day. Yes, be prepared for kickback. Once you know the tool, you will pickup the sound change just before it gets tight. Let off the lever and do final tightening with it like a normal ratchet.

 

[larry_g]

I have one of those that is rarely used. It has in the past it has had the vanes stick in the rotor and just blow air through it. You unscrew the head from the body and remove the rotor. Free up and lube the vanes and reassemble. Nothing to spring out or hard to fix.

lg
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[lincwelder225]

Wad going to say that it looks just like my Chicago Pneumatic air ratchet.. it's a decent tool. Hopefully you like It!

 

[Purist]

They’re useful, I guess, but mine rarely leaves my toolbox. Can be good for spinning in or out a bolt with limited clearance for swinging a ratchet handle, but they do tend to bite if you’re not careful.



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Noted!

Don't forget to oil it before you use it...

Used the heck out of those back in the day. Yes, be prepared for kickback. Once you know the tool, you will pickup the sound change just before it gets tight. Let off the lever and do final tightening with it like a normal ratchet.

Good to know!

I have one of those that is rarely used. It has in the past it has had the vanes stick in the rotor and just blow air through it. You unscrew the head from the body and remove the rotor. Free up and lube the vanes and reassemble. Nothing to spring out or hard to fix.

lg
no neat sig line

Cool, I'll keep this in mind.

Wad going to say that it looks just like my Chicago Pneumatic air ratchet.. it's a decent tool. Hopefully you like It!

She seemed to work just fine when I fired her up for the first time...AFTER oiling it, of course! I messed around a little with the adjustment screw, too. So, so far, so good.

 

[driftpin]

If you decide you like the use, look for a 1/4" drive one, they can get in-even smaller places. The pulley bolts or nuts on a car/truck fan come to-mind. It can save you from having to remove a radiator.

Not this exact one, but similar: https://www.zoro.com/astro-pneumati...MIl4fp7L_u2AIVUUwNCh0gGgmZEAQYBSABEgIbQPD_BwE

Even the comparable Ingersoll-Rand is made in China: https://www.zoro.com/ingersoll-rand...13-in-l-1105max-d2/i/G3259602/#specifications

 

[Bad Eye Bill]

I've got two, one in each toolbox on either side of the shop. The only time I reach for a regular ratchet is when out of reach of the air hose or in space constrictions. Time is money.

 

[Purist]

If you decide you like the use, look for a 1/4" drive one, they can get in-even smaller places. The pulley bolts or nuts on a car/truck fan come to-mind. It can save you from having to remove a radiator.

Not this exact one, but similar: https://www.zoro.com/astro-pneumati...MIl4fp7L_u2AIVUUwNCh0gGgmZEAQYBSABEgIbQPD_BwE

Even the comparable Ingersoll-Rand is made in China: https://www.zoro.com/ingersoll-rand...13-in-l-1105max-d2/i/G3259602/#specifications

Good call. I'll look into this, though I think I need to upgrade my compressor before even considering adding more air tools to my repertoire.

I've got two, one in each toolbox on either side of the shop. The only time I reach for a regular ratchet is when out of reach of the air hose or in space constrictions. Time is money.

Smart! And yes, time is absolutely money!