Screw Extractor - 1/4 & 5/16 In Screw Size - GearWrench

The GearWrench 1109 Screw Extractor is an essential tool engineered for professional technicians and mechanics tackling seized or damaged fasteners. This straight-fluted extractor provides a robust and efficient solution for removing broken screws, snapped studs, and other threaded components when conventional methods fail, helping to minimize costly downtime and potential component damage. It is specifically designed for common 1/4-inch and 5/16-inch screw sizes, making it a versatile addition to any professional toolkit in automotive or industrial settings.

Key Features

• Targeted Fastener Compatibility: Optimized for common 1/4-inch and 5/16-inch screw sizes, effectively addressing a broad range of automotive repair and industrial maintenance challenges.
• Secure Grip Design: Features undercut flutes that ensure a strong, positive grip on the damaged fastener, facilitating confident and efficient extraction without further stripping.
• Precision Pilot Hole Requirement: Designed for use with a 1/8-inch drill bit to prepare the pilot hole, ensuring optimal seating and effective removal of stubborn fasteners.
• Professional-Grade Durability: Constructed from robust materials engineered to withstand the rigorous demands of professional work environments, ensuring consistent performance and an extended service life.
• Versatile Extraction Capabilities: Capable of extracting not only broken screws and snapped studs but also set screws, and damaged pipe or grease fittings, enhancing its utility across various applications.

Applications

The GearWrench 1109 Screw Extractor is an indispensable tool for a diverse range of professional applications in automotive repair, industrial maintenance, and general workshop tasks. Technicians will find it invaluable for scenarios involving stripped, rusted, or snapped fasteners where conventional tools prove ineffective. Common use cases include extracting broken studs from engine blocks or exhaust manifolds, removing damaged screws from machinery assemblies, or clearing out broken pipe sections and grease fittings from various equipment, ensuring efficient workflow and reducing component replacement needs.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: GearWrench
• Model Number: 1109
• Compatible Screw Sizes: 1/4 inch, 5/16 inch
• Recommended Pilot Drill Size: 1/8 inch