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3/8" Drive Shallow Socket 12 Point 1/4" - J.H. Williams

Part #: 31208

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: J.H. Williams
  • Model Number: 31208
  • Product Type: Shallow Socket
  • Drive Size: 3/8 inch
  • Socket Size: 1/4 inch
  • Point Count: 12-Point
  • Weight: 0.04 lbs
  • Dimensions: 0 x 0 x 0 inches

Key Features

  • 3/8" Drive: Designed for use with standard 3/8-inch drive ratchets, extensions, and accessories, ensuring broad compatibility.
  • 1/4" Socket Opening: Precisely sized to fit 1/4-inch fasteners, providing a secure and accurate connection.
  • 12-Point Configuration: The 12-point design allows for multiple engagement angles, making it easier to connect with fasteners, especially in tight or obstructed areas.
  • Shallow Profile: Engineered with a compact, shallow depth to access fasteners in confined or restricted spaces where standard deep sockets cannot reach.
  • Lightweight Construction: Weighing only 0.04 lbs, this socket minimizes user fatigue and enhances portability.

Applications

  • Automotive Repair: Ideal for working on engines, chassis, and other vehicle components requiring access to 1/4-inch fasteners in tight spots.
  • General Mechanical Maintenance: Suitable for various machinery and equipment assembly or repair tasks.
  • Industrial Use: Applied in manufacturing, maintenance, and repair operations where precise fastener engagement is necessary.
  • Home Improvement & DIY: Useful for household repairs, furniture assembly, and projects requiring a compact socket for 1/4-inch bolts and nuts.
  • Confined Space Work: Specifically designed for applications where access is limited by surrounding components or structures.

Benefits

  • Improved Access: The shallow profile of the socket allows users to reach and turn fasteners located in extremely tight or restricted areas, addressing a common challenge in mechanical work.
  • Efficient Fastener Engagement: The 12-point design ensures quick and reliable engagement with 1/4-inch fasteners, even those that are partially rounded or in awkward positions, enhancing work efficiency.
  • Reduced Fastener Wear: A precise 1/4-inch fit combined with multiple contact points minimizes the risk of stripping or rounding fasteners, prolonging their life and ensuring secure connections.
  • Versatile Integration: With a standard 3/8-inch drive, this socket easily integrates into existing toolkits, offering seamless compatibility with commonly used ratchets and torque wrenches.
  • Enhanced User Comfort: Its exceptionally lightweight design reduces hand fatigue during prolonged use, improving overall comfort and control for the user.
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This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 06 February, 2019.