2-1/2" Dr. 8-1/2" Impact Socket - Genius Tools

The Genius Tools 920972 2-1/2" Dr. 8-1/2" Impact Socket is engineered for the most demanding heavy-equipment and industrial applications. Designed for oversized fasteners and high-torque impact wrenches, this professional-grade tool delivers the strength and extended reach required for critical maintenance and assembly tasks in challenging environments.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty 2-1/2" Drive: Optimized for powerful industrial impact wrenches, this socket is ideal for use on heavy trucks, off-road machinery, and large plant equipment.
• Extended 8-1/2" Length: Offers deep access to recessed and hard-to-reach fasteners, which is crucial for components like hubs, suspension systems, and large structural connections.
• Chrome Molybdenum (Cr-Mo) Steel Construction: Manufactured from high-strength chrome molybdenum steel, it provides exceptional durability and resistance to cracking under repeated high-torque impact loads, offering greater shatter resistance than Cr-V steel.
• Impact-Optimized Design: Features thick socket walls and precise heat treatment to effectively distribute shock loads and minimize the risk of failure during continuous heavy-duty operation.
• Corrosion-Resistant Black Phosphate Finish: A black phosphate coating provides reliable protection against rust and corrosion, ensuring longevity in diverse working conditions, from garage environments to outdoor industrial sites.
• Secure Fastener Engagement: The precision-machined 6-point opening ensures a firm grip on large hex fasteners, reducing the potential for rounding and slippage even under extreme torque.

Applications

This impact socket is an essential solution for fleet maintenance, heavy truck and bus service, and the upkeep of mining and construction equipment. It is also well-suited for power generation facilities, refineries, and large industrial assemblies. Common uses include installing and removing large nuts and bolts on wheel ends, frame and suspension hardware, structural joints, and major drivetrain components where deep access and significant torque are critical.

Specifications

• Drive Size: 2-1/2"
• Overall Length: 8-1/2"
• Material: Chrome Molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel
• Finish: Black phosphate
• Type: Impact socket, deep reach