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| Points | 6-point | 6-point | 6-point | 6-point |
| Socket Size | 38 mm | 37 mm | 36 mm | 35 mm |
| Drive Size | 1/2 in | 1/2 in | 1/2 in | 1/2 in |
| Socket Type | Hex | Hex | Hex | Hex |
Full Answer
What size is a 38 mm socket?
Impact Socket: 3/4 in Drive Size, 38 mm Socket Size, 6-Point, Deep, Black Oxide. Country of Origin USA. Country of Origin is subject to change. These 3/4" drive metric impact sockets have a three-quarter inch square drive that's compatible with drive tools of the same size.
What is a 1/2 inch drive socket used for?
1/2 inch - 1/2" sockets are generally used for nuts and bolts from around 10mm and up. A 1/2" drive socket can apply enough force to undo all nuts on a car. There are also 3/4" and 1" ratchets but these are used on trucks, tanks and industrial machinery.
What is socket size drive?
The drive socket size is a measurement of the distance between the flat sides of the square recess. The drive socket size must match the drive square size of your turning tool for the socket to fit correctly. For example, a 1/4″ drive or 1/4″ square drive will attach to a turning tool that has a 1/4″ drive square.
What are the 3 standard automotive drive sizes for sockets?
Some of the commonly used SAE sizes are 3/8 in., 5/8 in., and 11/16 in. sockets. Metric sockets: Ideal for working on imported vehicles, metric sockets' sizes are measured in millimeters.
What is the most common socket drive size?
⅜-inch⅜-inch drive size sockets are the most common and most available.
What does drive size mean for screws?
Drive style—or drive recess as it is called—refers to the kind of tool you use to install (or remove) the screw. Of the many that exist, the most common are: slotted, Phillips, combination (both slotted and Phillips), hex, hex socket, square, Torx® and spanner.
How do I find out my drive socket size?
Drive Hole indicates the size of the drive hole (also referred to as the "driver hole" or "square hole"), which determines the torque size of the driver tool you'll need. For example, you'd use a ½-inch drive socket with a ½-inch drive ratchet. L indicates the overall socket length.
What is the drive on a socket wrench?
A socket wrench is a hand tool with a ratcheting mechanism on its head. The ratcheting part attaches to a variety of sockets by way of a square nub called the drive. The ratchet can be set to loosen or tighten a nut. The ratchet keeps the socket in place while you turn the wrench handle.
How do I know what size my socket set is?
Socket sizes are determined by the size of the socket head and the size of the drive socket. An example of a typical socket size is a 13mm socket with ¼” drive. Although socket heads are available in both metric and imperial sizes, the 'drive socket' size of a socket is always imperial.
Does socket drive size matter?
The smallest and largest drive sizes are very useful too, though. Small, ¼-inch drive sockets can sometimes reach small nuts or bolts in tight spots more easily. Large, ½-inch drive sockets can handle more torque and are ideal for larger fasteners that require a longer ratchet or breaker bar to loosen or fully tighten.
What size sockets do mechanics use?
⅜” drive sockets are the most practical sockets for most automotive jobs. If you can only pick one drive socket set — you want a ⅜” drive set. However, these still won't let you complete any job. ½” drive socket sets are the largest drive sockets that most mechanics need.
What socket is bigger than 1/2 inch?
Metric / Standard Wrench Conversion ChartBolt DiameterMetricStandard5/16"13mm1/2"3/8"14mm9/16"7/16"16mm5/8"1/2"19mm3/4"39 more rows•Apr 9, 2020
12-Point Sockets
The 12 -point shape quickly positions on hex fasteners. These sockets are for hand-driven use only.
Spanner Sockets
For easy tightening and loosening, these sockets have pins that grip the slotted sides on bearing nuts. These sockets require less clearance around bearings than standard hook spanner wrenches, so they’re good in tight spaces. Use them with a square-drive wrench handle or a ratchet wrench; they’re not for use with impact wrenches.
Tight-Clearance Offset Sockets
Often used with an extension, these sockets turn fasteners and fittings in obstructed areas that a regular socket can't reach. They are also known as crowfoot wrenches.
6-Point Impact Sockets
Achieve the best possible grip on hex fasteners and prevent rounding. These sockets are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
Budd Wheel Impact Sockets
Remove and install dual wheels on trucks and trailers— these sockets have a hex recess for accessing lug nuts and a square recess to turn the threaded shafts found on inner wheels. They are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
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