Name: Festool 578112 Metric Ratchet and Socket Set SYS3 S 76-1/4"-CE RA
SKU: 578112
Availability: InStock

Key Features

Built for AssemblyThis Festool ratchet set is aimed at installation work, furniture assembly, and kitchen fitting. You get a compact hand-tool setup that covers common fastening jobs without digging through loose bits and sockets. Flexible AccessExtensions, adapters, and a universal joint help you reach fasteners that are awkward or partially blocked. That matters when you are inside cabinets, furniture carcasses, and other tight assembly spaces. Organized Systainer StorageEverything is packed in a MINI-Systainer3 S so the set stays sorted, protected, and easy to transport. It also fits the Systainer3 Rack system for cleaner storage in the shop, van, or trailer.

Overview

Festool 578112 Metric Ratchet and Socket Set SYS3 S 76-1/4″-CE RA is a compact metric ratchet and socket set for installers, cabinet crews, furniture builders, and anyone who needs a clean hand-tool kit for fastening work. This is a ratchet set designed for assembly and installation work. Model Number: 578112. The core idea here is simple: keep the common sockets, driver bits, extensions, adapters, and handles you actually use in one small case that travels well and stays organized.

Festool builds this set around a 1/4 inch ratchet, a CENTROTEC hand driver, metric sockets from 4 mm to 13 mm, and 19 bit inserts covering Pozidriv, Phillips, Torx, hex, and slotted profiles. That mix makes it useful for a broad range of fastening tasks without turning it into a bulky general-purpose mechanic’s kit. If you spend more time assembling cabinetry, hardware, casework, and furniture than working on heavy automotive jobs, this layout makes sense.

The included extensions, socket adapter, and universal joint are what move this from a basic socket set to a genuinely practical installation kit. They let you work around hinges, inside narrow cabinets, behind hardware, and in other spots where a straight-on approach is not realistic. Festool also notes that the parts can be inserted into a CENTROTEC tool chuck through the included adapter, which is a real advantage if you already run Festool drill/drivers in that system.

Storage is a big part of why this set stands out. The MINI-Systainer3 S case is not just packaging. It is the reason the kit stays usable over time. Every piece has a defined place in the insert, so you can see what is missing at a glance and get back to work faster. For tradespeople moving between punch-list items, cabinet installs, and service work, that matters more than an oversized case full of duplicates.

The case itself is compact at 10.43 inches long, 6.73 inches wide, and 2.79 inches high, with a listed weight of 1.98 pounds. That keeps it easy to drop into a larger tool stack or carry as a grab-and-go fastening kit. Festool also lists the case as suitable for the Systainer3 Rack, so it can integrate into an existing Systainer storage setup instead of becoming one more loose box rolling around the van.

There is also an important limitation worth being clear about: Festool says this set is not suitable for use with impact drivers. That tells you exactly what it is meant for. This is a hand-driven precision and assembly set, not a high-torque impact accessory kit. Used the right way, it gives you controlled fastening, cleaner access, and much better organization than a random mix of loose sockets and bits.

Who should buy it? Pros doing furniture assembly, kitchen installation, finish carpentry, and service work will get the most out of it. Serious DIY users who care about organized storage and already buy into the Festool system will also appreciate it. If you want one compact metric socket and bit set that is easy to carry, easy to keep sorted, and especially useful for assembly work, this one is put together with a clear purpose.

Work Faster in Tight Assembly Spaces

This is where the set earns its keep. The ratchet, extensions, and universal joint are made for the spots where a full-size tool is clumsy and a loose bit assortment wastes time.

Includes a 1/4 inch ratchet plus a 1/4 inch guide extension and 1/4 inch ball joint
Universal joint helps reach fasteners in blocked or recessed areas

Keep Every Piece Accounted For

A good assembly set is only useful if you can find what you need quickly. The fitted insert keeps the kit neat, visible, and ready to travel.

Compact MINI-Systainer3 S keeps tools protected and sorted
Case dimensions are 10.43 x 6.73 x 2.79 inches

Fits Right Into the Festool System

If you already run Systainers, this set does not live off to the side. It stores like part of the rest of your kit, which makes it easier to bring along on install and service calls.

Suitable for the Systainer3 Rack
Designed to expand storage and transport options within the Festool system

Metric Coverage Without the Clutter

This set covers the most useful metric sizes and common driver profiles for installation work, so you carry what you need instead of hauling a giant box full of extras.

Metric sockets range from 4 mm to 13 mm
Includes 19 bit inserts plus 2 bit holders/extensions

What’s in the Box

(1) Pozidriv #1 bit
(1) Pozidriv #2 bit
(1) Pozidriv #3 bit
(1) Phillips #1 bit
(1) Phillips #2 bit
(1) Phillips #3 bit
(1) Torx T10 bit
(1) Torx T15 bit
(1) Torx T20 bit
(1) Torx T25 bit
(1) Torx T30 bit
(1) 2 mm hex bit
(1) 2.5 mm hex bit
(1) 3 mm hex bit
(1) 4 mm hex bit
(1) 5 mm hex bit
(1) 6 mm hex bit
(1) 0.6 x 4.5 mm slotted bit
(1) 0.8 x 5.5 mm slotted bit
(1) BV 150 CE bit holder
(1) BH 60 CE-Imp bit holder
(1) 1/4 inch ratchet
(1) 4 mm socket
(1) 5 mm socket
(1) 5.5 mm socket
(1) 6 mm socket
(1) 8 mm socket
(1) 10 mm socket
(1) 11 mm socket
(1) 12 mm socket
(1) 13 mm socket
(1) 1/4 inch guide extension
(1) 1/4 inch ball joint
(1) 1/4 inch-50 CE/KG adapter
(1) 1/4 inch socket spanner bit holder
(1) SD-CE-DRIVE-UNI hand driver
(1) SYS3 S 76 Systainer3 case

Festool lists this as not suitable for use with impact drivers.

At a Glance

36-PieceRatchet Set4-13 mmSocket Range1.98 lbsListed Weight

Key Specifications

Product Type	Metric ratchet and socket set
Drive Size	1/4 in
Socket Range	4 mm to 13 mm
Bit Count	19 bit inserts
Overall Dimensions	10.43 x 6.73 x 2.79 in
Inner Dimensions	10.15 x 6.45 x 2.63 in
Weight	1.98 lbs
Lid Load	220.4 lbs

Compatibility

Storage System Suitable for the Festool Systainer3 Rack. CENTROTEC Interface Included adapter allows parts to be inserted into a CENTROTEC tool chuck. Socket and Insert Format Designed around 1/4 inch sockets, bits, and 1/4 inch square tool inserts.

Built For

Furniture AssemblyKitchen InstallationCabinet WorkFinish CarpentryRemodelingService WorkWorkshop Organization

Pro Tip

If you already use Festool CENTROTEC drill/drivers, keep this set as your install-side companion kit and move the needed sockets or bits into the CENTROTEC chuck with the included adapter. It is a cleaner setup for cabinet hardware and furniture work than bouncing between a loose socket rail and a separate bit case.

Warranty & Support

No manufacturer’s warranty is listed for this product in the provided product data.

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