A socket wrench is a ratchet type tool, that allows you to turn nuts and some bolts with more ease than regular wrenches. The ratcheting feature allows you to keep the wrench connected to the bolt without having to refit it after every turn of the bolt. When coupled with a set of cylinder shaped sockets of varying sizes, can be used to tighten or loosen nuts or bolts. Socket wrenches and the sets are beneficial types of equipment to have around the house or within your tool range for repairs and projects of all kinds.
The handle of the wrench provides the leverage to turn the nut or bolt to loosen or tighten. A square shaped projection at the top of the handle accommodates the socket. Handles come in various lengths, with the most common being around 8 in.
The socket is a metal cylinder that fits tightly onto a nut or bolt on one end. The other end of the socket features a square shaped hole that affixes to the driver on the handle.
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Small pear head design for access in tight
hard to reach work areas. A 45 tooth gear provides balance between 8 degrees articulation angle and high torque carrying capacity. Sealed design helps prevent debris from entering ratchet mechanism reducing wear. ...
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1/4 in. sq, drive compact ratchet enabling work
to be carried out in the tightest spaces. Fingertip control provides high speed rotation and the knurled ratchet prevents slipping. Suitable for left or right handed operation. Maximum diameter 38mm, weight only ...
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Manufactured to Federal spec: 999-W-641e and ANSI SPEC:
B107 10MFeatures 4º ratcheting angle, giving more turning power in confined areas. Double pawl mechanism doubles action of the teeth, providing smallest ratcheting area without reducing size of teeth. Hand turned speeder ...