Carlyle 1/4 Drive Uuniversal Joint (CUNIV14)

Description

Genuine Carlyle · Part no. CUNIV14

The Carlyle CUNIV14 is a universal joint for 1/4in drive tools, in polished chrome. Fitted between a small ratchet or extension and a socket, it lets you turn a fastener that sits at an angle to the handle, such as small screws under the dashboard or behind a lamp unit where a straight line of tools can't reach.

Good to know

• How steep an angle can it work at? Keep it as shallow as you can. A sharply bent joint binds, flops over and wastes effort; adding a short extension often straightens the line enough.
• Will the joint flop about? All universal joints can, especially when starting a turn. Steady it with a finger near the joint until the socket is seated and turning.
• Can it be used on a cordless impact driver? No, it is chrome; chrome parts can crack or shatter under impact blows, so keep it for hand ratchets and spinners.

Which one?

The Carlyle Universal Joint Socket – 1/4in Drive Size 1/4in. (UNIV14) is another 1/4in joint; for heavier angled work, the Carlyle 5 Piece Multi Drive Impact U J & Socket Adapters (CIUNIVS5) covers bigger drives in impact form.

Key features

• 1/4in drive universal joint
• Turns sockets at an angle
• Polished chrome-plated finish
• Chamfered drive opening
• Hand-tool use

Specification