SOCKET 5/16" Hi-Lok 1/4" Drive - Brown Aviation Tool

The Brown Aviation Tool HS312 SOCKET 5/16" Hi-Lok 1/4" Drive is an essential tool for professional technicians working with specialized aerospace and industrial fasteners. Engineered for precision and reliability, this socket ensures accurate installation of 5/16" Hi-Lok collars, which are critical for maintaining structural integrity and fatigue life in demanding applications. Its robust design and secure attachment mechanism make it ideal for high-stakes assembly and maintenance tasks.

Key Features

• Precision Hi-Lok Compatibility: Designed specifically for 5/16" Hi-Lok fasteners, ensuring a precise fit and optimal torque transfer for proper collar installation.
• 1/4" Square Drive: The 1/4" drive size provides excellent access in confined spaces, common in aircraft and complex machinery, allowing for low-torque applications where accuracy is paramount.
• Enhanced Security: Features an integrated set screw that securely fastens the socket to any Hi-Lok style ratchet or roller wrench, actively preventing accidental detachment and mitigating Foreign Object Damage (FOD) risk.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Manufactured by Brown Aviation Tool, a trusted supplier in aircraft structures tools, this socket is built for durability and consistent performance in professional environments.

Applications

This specialized socket is indispensable in applications requiring the precise installation of Hi-Lok fasteners. It is primarily used in the aerospace industry for aircraft assembly, maintenance, and repair, where Hi-Lok fasteners provide strong, vibration-resistant, and lightweight connections crucial for airframe integrity. Additionally, it finds use in other industrial sectors utilizing similar high-strength, two-part fastening systems that demand precise torque application and controlled preload values.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Brown Aviation Tool
• Model Number: HS312
• Socket Size: 5/16" Hi-Lok
• Drive Size: 1/4" Square Drive