Choose a quality socket and bit compatible with your wrench to ensure perfect compatibility and optimal use for all your DIY tasks.
Choose a quality socket and bit compatible with your wrench to ensure perfect compatibility and optimal use for all your DIY tasks.
Blue Spot Tools 3/8in Square Drive CV Extension Bar Set 3 Piece
Draper 3/8" and 1/2" Sq. Dr. Impact Socket Set (32 Piece) (83098)
HEAVY DUTY 3PC EXTRA LONG 1/2 DRIVE METRIC 61018 SOCKET EXTENSION BAR I4225
Sealey Socket Set 41pc 1/4Sq Drive 6pt WallDrive® - Metric/Imperial AK690
Sealey AK5614M Premier Impact Socket Set 1/2"Sq Drive 12-point 13pc
DRAPER 3/8"" SOCKET SET 41PC METRIC AF RATCHET EXTENSION BAR BIT IN CASE 04464
Kennedy Socket Set Ken-Grip 1/4" Square Drive 4-14mm Metric (19 Piece) Chrome Va
Draper 1/4" Sq. Dr. Metric Socket Set (47 Piece) (16355)
US PRO Impact Sockets 18PC 1/2"" Deep 10 - 24mm And Extension Bar Set 3428
Laser Tools Metric Socket And Bit Set 1/4""D 1/2""D 94pc Plus Accessories 3671
King Dick Socket 1/2" SD 12pt Metric 10mm HSM210
US PRO Bit Socket Set Triple Square Spline 6pc Hex Torx 3/8” & 1/2” 3228
Laser Tools Extra Deep Impact Socket Set 3/4""D 7pc Bi Hex 120mm Deep 6410
BLUESPOT EXTENSION BAR 9PC 3/8 1/4 1/2 DRIVE SOCKET RATCHET SET 02085
9PC WOBBLE EXTENSION BAR 3/8"" 1/4"" 1/2"" DRIVE SOCKET RATCHET SET I4257
Yamoto 1/2" 72T Ratchet Repair Kit
Socket Adapter Set 3pc 1/4" 3/8" 1/2"
IMPACT DEEP SOCKET SET16PC 1/2"" DRIVE METRIC LONG REACH 10-32MM RAIL SS244
Milwaukee 4932464944 50 Piece 1/4'' Metric & Imperial Ratcheting Socket Set
Socket Set - 34 pieces, 5/16 and 3/8 inch, plastic case - torx set, torx bit set, bit set
DEWALT Metric Impact Socket Set 9 Piece Single Hex Standard DT7507
36mm Deep Impact Socket 1/2"" Drive Hub Nut Flywheel Socket Bi Hex 12-point SS234
Bahco 100 Piece Screwdriver 25mm Bit Set Colour coded with Bit Holder 59/S100BC
Laser Tools Wheel Impact Socket 1/2""D 55mm/30mm - Ducati 6356
US PRO 40pc Bit Set Hex Spline Torx 3/8” & 1/2” Adaptor Deep and Shallow 2200
US PRO IMPACT SOCKET SET 13PC 1/2"" DRIVE SAE AF IMPERIAL DEEP LONG REACH 3424
HiKOKI 752500 Metric 1/2in Drive Impact Socket & Bit Set, 41 Piece HIK752500
BlueSpot Tools 1531 1/4in Metric Socket Set 24 Piece B/S1531
Kennedy Socket Set 1/4" Square Drive 4-14mm Bi-hexagon Metric/Inch/Ba (82 Piece)
Kennedy 1/2" Square DR Double Ended Lug
Bahco SBSF-12 Hexagon Socket 3/8in Drive 12mm BAH38SM12
Sealey S34/TB Premier Sliding T-Bar 3/4"Sq Drive
Draper 3/8 Square Drive 6 Point Metric Deep Socket (10mm) (16579)
Kennedy 12mm Go Through Socket
Kennedy 1.5/16" A/F Impact Socket 3/4" Square Drive
Sealey S3815 Premier Socket 3/8"Sq Drive 15mm
Facom S.230 Socket Converter Adapter 1/2" F 3/8" M
Facom S.17H 17mm 6PT 1/2" Drive Socket
Kennedy 1.1/2" A/F Socket 1" Square Drive
Draper 1/2" Sq. Dr. Wobble Extension Bar Set (Micro Satin Chrome) (4 Pc) (16770)
Expert E032902 Socket Set of 16 Metric 1/2in Drive BRIE032902B
Sealey S12E150 Premier Extension Bar 1/2"Sq Drive 150mm
Draper Socket Box Cutting Template (63955)
10Pc 1/2"Sq.Dr Impact Sock.Set - 83092
Sealey Premier Imperial Deep Lock-On&trade Socket Set 3/8""Sq Drive 11pc AK2743
Kennedy 3/4" A/F Deep Impact Socket 1/2" Square Drive
Kennedy 1.1/8" A/F Impact Socket 1/2" Square Drive
Laser Tools VAG Metric Hub Nut Socket Set 1/2""D Impact Boxed 5pc 4925
Draper 83089 8pc Metric Impact Socket Set 3/8" Square Drive
Tx-Star Set Of Sockets-14Pc. - 34415
Laser Tools Metric Alldrive Socket Set 3/8""D 18pc From M6 to M24 On A Rail 3593
Kennedy Socket Rail Tray 1/4", 3/8" & 1/2" Square Drive 110 Piece
Sealey NS124 Premier Non-Sparking Socket Set 1/2"Sq Drive 17pc
Sealey Premier Total Drive® Socket Set 1/4""Sq Drive 13pc AK69813
Sealey Ball-End Hex Socket Bit 12mm 1/2""Sq Drive SBBH010
Draper 1/2" Sq. Dr. Draper HI-TORQ&174 Metric Deep Impact Socket Set (10 Piece) (38369)
Socket wrenches, an indispensable tool for DIY enthusiasts and mechanics, allow for tightening and loosening bolts. Available in different sizes, the sockets and bits are interchangeable to meet the needs of users.
Socket wrench characteristics to be aware of include:
- they must be mounted on a wrench, ratcheting or not, to be used;
- they are comparable to box-end wrenches in that they are angled;
- they come in short and long versions (50 mm);
- they are packaged in plastic boxes to facilitate storage, but also to protect them from moisture;
- the 6-point models allow for significant force to be applied on nuts without damaging them;
- the 12-point versions make repositioning the wrench easier;
- they are available in different sizes ranging from ¼ to 1 inch.
Some screwdriver bits and socket wrenches come with various accessories:
- an extension for reaching bolts located in hard-to-reach places;
- a universal joint for accessing a bolt whose axis of screwing is not perpendicular to the plane;
- reducers and increasers to adapt them to the fastening system;
- a bit holder for mounting a hex shank screwdriver bit on a socket wrench.
Certain criteria must be considered when choosing screwing accessories.
- Their strength depends on the hardness of the metal used for their manufacture. It varies from 42 HRC to 50 HRC.
- Standards (DIN, ISO, NF ISO, or DIN ISO) are marks of quality.
- The shape and precision of the bore are parameters not to be overlooked. Certain shapes allow for significant force to be applied without damaging either the tool or the bolt.
- Some brands offer a lifetime guarantee.
To summarize, socket wrench sockets and bits are available in different sizes (1/4, 3/8, ½, ¾, and 1 inch) and shapes (long, short, 6-point, and 12-point) to suit all uses. Materials guaranteed for life are preferable for significant or frequent work.