Two-way double ratchet podger for securing leg and scaffolding nuts and bolts
The Stage Depot Two-Way Double Reversible Ratchet Podger is a professional, hard-earing tool designed for the theatrical industry. Featuring both a 19 & 21mm socket size, which are an essential for tightening and aligning bolt holes on stage and truss or securing scaffolding clamps.
Our Stage Depot Two-Way Blue ring reversible podgers are professional, heavy-duty tools designed for the theatrical industry. Incorporating both 19 and 21mm socket sizes allows our podger to be used with M12 bolts, often used for securing stage decks and trussing together and for securing scaffolding clamp or stage deck leg clamps. Featuring a 4 mm diameter tapered end that allows rigging and AV technicians to easily align bolt holes. Manufactured using premium, hard-weathering steel, our double podger can meet the demands of theatrical and event rigging challenges.
19 & 21mm Ratchet Sockets
Our Blue Ring Two-Way Double podger features both a 19 and 21mm ratchet sockets which are most commonly found on M12 bolts used for securing stage decks and trussing together while the 21mm socket size is perfect for securing scaffolding clamps, an essential for shows and events creating large steel structures.
Tapered 4mm Diameter End
The tapered end of our double podger provides an essential time-saving tool for riggers, allowing for bolt holes on trussing and stage to be easily aligned, speeding up assembly, especially during time-critical events, festivals and touring performances.
Wide Safety Lanyard Slot
Designed with a combined lanyard slot and handle, it allows for a range of direct-catch lanyards to be attached to our podger, which is essential while working at height. Safety lanyards such as our Stage Depot ones are available in a range of colours and work perfectly with our two-way blue-ridged podger.
Which Quad Podger is perfect for me?
At Stage Depot we offer a range of podgers each with their own configuration of ratchet sockets depending on your requirements.
| Podger Type |
17mm M10 bolts, hook clamps & half couplers |
19mm M12 bolts, Prolyte & Global Truss Hardware |
21mm UK/EU scaffolding & stage deck leg clamps |
24mm M16 bolts, heavy steel & outdoor stage roofs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ringed (Double) | ✕ | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ |
| Red Ringed (Double) | ✔ | ✕ | ✔ | ✕ |
| Yellow Ringed (Double) | ✔ | ✔ | ✕ | ✕ |
| Black Ringed (Quad) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Key features of the Stage Depot Double Podger
- Solid steel construction
- Two socket sizes: 19 & 21mm
- 4mm tapered tip diameter
- 28 tooth ratchet with minimal effort movements
- 18cm short handle design
- Compatible with most safety accessories, tool lanyards, holders and tool belts
Features and benefits
Stage Depot Blue Ring Podger FAQs
What hardware does the 19mm/21mm spanner fit?
What is the pointed end use for on the bottom of a podger?
Can I attach a safety lanyard to this podger for when working at height?
Quad Podger Specifications
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Ratchet Sizes
- 19mm & 21mm ratchet
- 28 tooth ratchet mechanism
Size & Dimensions
- Handle/grip height: 18mm
- Handle/grip depth: 8mm
- Tool lanyard slot: 42mm
- Max. length: 240mm
- Max. width: 50mm
- Max. depth: 41mm
- Weight: 482g









