3/8" Drive SAE 5/8 " Universal Socket - J.H. Williams

The J.H. Williams JHWBU-1220 3/8" Drive SAE 5/8" Universal Socket is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics requiring a versatile tool for both standard and specialized applications. This robust socket combines a 12-point SAE 5/8" opening with unique capabilities, making it indispensable for accessing fasteners in challenging conditions and tackling specific tamper-resistant hardware. Crafted for durability and precision, it ensures reliable performance in demanding automotive and industrial environments.

Key Features

• Dual-Purpose Design: Functions as a standard 12-point SAE 5/8" socket for common fasteners, while also uniquely serving as a 5-point Penta-Socket.
• Specialized Utility Access: Specifically designed to service 5-point nuts found on tamper-resistant Buffalo covers, commonly used by gas, electric, and some water companies to protect shutoff gates.
• Universal Joint Flexibility: Features a flex or swivel design, allowing for enhanced maneuverability and access to fasteners positioned at angles or in confined spaces where standard sockets cannot reach.
• SuperTorque™ Lobular Openings: Engineered with SuperTorque™ lobular openings to provide greater turning power, reducing the risk of rounding or deforming the fastener during use.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Cold-formed from alloy steel, precision machined, and fully heat-treated for maximum durability and a long service life. It boasts a high-polished chrome finish for easy cleaning and corrosion resistance.
• Made in the USA: This J.H. Williams universal socket is proudly manufactured in the United States, reflecting a commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

Applications

This universal socket is an essential tool for utility workers, plumbers, electricians, and automotive technicians. It excels in applications requiring access to fasteners in cramped engine bays, under dashboards, or around obstructions. Its specialized 5-point Penta-Socket capability makes it ideal for maintenance and service on municipal infrastructure, including gas, electric, and water utility shutoff systems where tamper-resistant fasteners are employed.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: J.H. Williams
• Model Number: JHWBU-1220
• Drive Size: 3/8"
• Socket Size: 5/8" SAE
• Point Count: 12-Point (also functions as 5-point Penta-Socket)
• Finish: High-Polished Chrome