SOCKET 1/2" DR 3/8" STD 6 PT - GearWrench

The GearWrench GWR80648 1/2" Drive 3/8" Standard 6-Point SAE Socket is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics who demand robust performance and reliability. This essential tool provides superior grip and torque transfer for a wide range of automotive and industrial applications, ensuring efficient and damage-free fastener engagement. Its durable construction is designed to withstand the rigors of daily shop use, making it a dependable addition to any professional toolkit.

Key Features

• Optimized 6-Point Design: The 6-point configuration makes full contact with hexagonal fasteners, distributing force across the flats to prevent slippage and significantly reduce the risk of rounding off bolt heads, even on stubborn or corroded fasteners.
• Off-Corner Loading Technology: Features an innovative off-corner loading design that directs force to the flats of the fastener rather than the corners, further enhancing grip and protecting both the fastener and the socket from wear.
• Durable Alloy Steel Construction: Manufactured from high-quality alloy steel, this socket is built for maximum strength and resilience, providing a long service life in demanding environments.
• Corrosion-Resistant Chrome Finish: A bright, full polish chrome finish not only allows for easy cleaning but also offers superior resistance to corrosion, maintaining the tool's professional appearance and extending its lifespan.
• Clear Size Identification: Hard-stamped size markings ensure quick and easy identification, saving valuable time during busy work schedules.
• Meets Professional Standards: This socket meets or exceeds stringent ASME specifications, guaranteeing a tool that adheres to high industry quality and safety benchmarks.

Applications

This 1/2" drive, 3/8" standard 6-point socket is ideally suited for high-torque applications common in professional automotive and heavy industrial repair. It excels in tasks such as removing and tightening lug nuts, suspension components, engine fasteners, and large bolts on trucks and heavy equipment. Its robust design makes it an excellent choice for use with breaker bars and impact wrenches, particularly when dealing with rusted, seized, or corroded fasteners where a strong, secure grip is paramount.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: GearWrench
• Model Number: GWR80648
• Drive Size: 1/2 inch
• Socket Size: 3/8 inch SAE
• Point Count: 6-Point
• Overall Length: 1.488 inches
• Finish: Full Polished Chrome
• Weight (Catalog): 0.115 lb