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    71 Products

    Socket Extensions

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Socket Extensions.
    Attach these extensions to your socket for a longer reach. Use with hand-drive tools only.
    Chrome-Plated Steel—Chrome-plated extensions have a smooth, shiny surface that resists corrosion and is easy to clean.
    Black-Oxide Steel—Black-oxide extensions aren’t as smooth as chrome-plated extensions, so they’re easier to grip when dirty or wet. Oil them periodically to maintain their corrosion resistance.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Each
    Chrome-Plated Steel
     
    1/4" Square Drive
    3"5521A36000000
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"5522A1900000
     
    3/4" Square Drive
    3"93077A17000000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"55315A5500000
     
    3/4" Square Drive
    3"93077A18000000
     

    Socket Extension Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Socket Extension Sets.
    Keep common extension lengths on hand to reach a variety of spots—just attach them to your socket. Use with hand-drive tools only.
    No. of
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    Made in the U.S.
     
    3/8" Square Drive, 1/2" Square Drive
    33/8" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 3" Lg., 6" Lg.
    1/2" Square Drive Socket Extension: 10" Lg.
    Chrome-Plated SteelPouch7166N21000000
    43/8" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 3" Lg., 6" Lg.
    1/2" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 2" Lg., 5" Lg.
    Chrome-Plated SteelPouch7166N1800000
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    33/8" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 3" Lg., 6" Lg., 12" Lg.Chrome-Plated Steel5522A5400000
    43/8" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 1 3/4" Lg., 3" Lg., 6" Lg., 12" Lg.Chrome-Plated Steel7166N2200000
    53/8" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 1 1/2" Lg., 3" Lg., 6" Lg., 11" Lg., 18" Lg.Chrome-Plated SteelPouch7166N1500000
     
    Made Outside the U.S.
     
    1/4" Square Drive
    51/4" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 2" Lg., 3" Lg., 6" Lg., 10" Lg., 14" Lg.Chrome-Plated Steel7166N1100000
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    43/8" Square Drive Socket Extensions: 1 1/2" Lg., 3" Lg., 6" Lg., 12" Lg.Chrome-Plated Steel7166N1200000
     

    Impact Socket Extensions

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Impact Socket Extensions.
    Attach to your socket for a longer reach. These extensions are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
    3/4" Square Drive and 1" Square Drive—3/4", 1", and 1 1/2" square drive size extensions require a locking retainer. Use with an impact wrench that has a pin-style socket retainer, or use a socket retaining ring with tools that have a hole- or hole-and-ring style socket retainer.
    Extensions
    Retaining Rings
    Overall
    Lg.
    Compatible Retaining
    Ring ID
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Each
    1/4" Square Drive
    3"Oil-Coated SteelBlack7176N1400000———0
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"Black-Oxide Steel5553A7100000———0
     
    3/4" Square Drive
    3"1 5/8"Black-Oxide Steel5552A115000005552A3800000
     
    1" Square Drive
    3"1 7/8"Oil-Coated SteelBlack7176N19000005550A6110000
     

    Strong-Hold Socket Extension Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Strong-Hold Socket Extension Sets.
    Reach a variety of spots with the confidence that your extension won’t disengage. Also known as positive-locking extensions, these extensions hold sockets in place with a ball that only retracts when you pull the collar down. They lock to your socket more securely than other extensions. Use them only with hand-drive tools.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    No. of
    Pieces
    Each
    3/8" Square Drive
    3", 6", 12"Chrome-Plated Steel36339A28000000
     
    1/2" Square Drive
    3", 5", 10"Chrome-Plated Steel35523A8900000
     

    Impact Socket Extension Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Impact Socket Extension Sets.
    Reach a variety of spots by keeping common extension lengths on hand. To withstand the high torque and force of impact tools without fracturing, these extensions are thicker and flex more than extensions for manual drivers.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Overall Lg.
    Material
    Each
    3/8" Square Drive
    33", 6", 12"Black-Oxide Steel5553A541000000
     
    1/2" Square Drive
    42", 3", 5", 10"Black-Oxide Steel5549A20900000
     

    Continuous-Use Socket Extensions

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Continuous-Use Socket Extensions.
    First developed for aerospace and automotive assembly processes, these extensions will stand up to your high-volume production and assembly lines. They're hardened to resist wear yet have enough flex to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools without cracking. Use them to lengthen the reach of your impact socket.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    1/4" Square Drive
    3"Steel7168N11000000
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"Steel7168N3800000
     
    1/2" Square Drive
    3"Steel7168N2500000
     

    Strong-Hold Impact Socket Extensions

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Strong-Hold Impact Socket Extensions.
    Lock your socket into the extension to prevent accidental disengagement. Locked in place by a ball that retracts when the collar is pulled (also called positive locking), these sockets hold more securely than our standard extensions. These extensions are thicker than standard extensions, and also have enough give to flex under high force without breaking. This makes them a good choice for use with impact tools.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"Black-Oxide Steel5553A542000000
     
    1/2" Square Drive
    3"Black-Oxide Steel5549A31200000
     

    Strong-Hold Impact Socket Extension Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Strong-Hold Impact Socket Extension Sets.
    Also known as positive-locking extensions, these extensions hold sockets in place with a ball that only retracts when you pull the collar down. Designed to prevent accidental detachment, they lock to your socket more securely than other extensions. They’re thicker and less brittle than manual extensions, so they withstand the high torque and force of impact tools. They flex slightly when force is applied, so they’re less likely to break. Each set includes three common extension lengths to tackle a variety of jobs.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    3/8" Square Drive
    33", 6", 12"Black-Oxide Steel5553A5450000000
     
    1/2" Square Drive
    33", 5", 10"Black-Oxide Steel5549A311000000
     

    Wobble Socket Extensions

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Wobble Socket Extensions.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Wobble Socket Extensions.
    The male ends of these extensions are rounded, so they can pivot to use your tool at an angle. Use with hand-driven tools only.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Access
    Angle
    Material
    Each
    1/4" Square Drive
    3"16°Chrome-Plated Steel5521A61000000
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"16°Chrome-Plated Steel5848A1400000
     

    Square Drive Adapter Sets for Power Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Adapters. Square Drive Adapter Sets for Power Tools.
    Attach your square-drive sockets to drills, powered screwdrivers, and other tools that accept a hex shank. Each adapter in these sets is color coded for easy identification. Not for use with impact tools.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
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    Lg.
    Shank Type
    Material
    Socket Retainer
    Style
    Container
    Type
    Each
    31/4" Hex Shank × 1/4" Square Drive Adapter (Red)
    1/4" Hex Shank × 3/8" Square Drive Adapter (Blue)
    1/4" Hex Shank × 1/2" Square Drive Adapter (Orange)
    3"Quick-Change HexBlack-Oxide SteelBall DetentPlastic Caddy8504N11000000

    Wobble Socket Extension Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Wobble Socket Extension Sets.
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Contains Annotated. Wobble Socket Extension Sets.
    Tighten and loosen fasteners in hard-to-reach spots with a variety of extensions that lengthen the reach of your socket. Each extension has a rounded male end that pivots in the socket’s square drive, so you can even make adjustments at awkward angles. Use with hand-drive tools only.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Overall Lg.
    Max. Access
    Angle
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    1/4" Square Drive
    42", 3", 6", 11"16°Chrome-Plated SteelRoll-Up Pouch7174N11000000
     
    3/8" Square Drive
    33", 6", 11"16°Chrome-Plated SteelRoll-Up Pouch7174N1200000
     

    Strong-Hold Socket Adapters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Adapters. Strong-Hold Socket Adapters.
    Lock one of these adapters on your tool and the socket to the adapter to prevent accidental disengagement. A set screw keeps the adapter on your tool; pull the collar to lock or release the socket from the adapter.
    Square Drive Size (Gender)
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    1/2" (Female) × 1/2" (Male)3"Black-Oxide Steel1856N13000000
     

    Strong-Hold Socket Extensions

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Extensions. Strong-Hold Socket Extensions.
    Lock your socket into these extensions to prevent accidental disengagement. Also known as positive-locking extensions, they have a ball that secures your socket and only retracts when you pull the collar back. This creates a stronger hold than standard extensions. Use them with hand-drive tools only.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    3/8" Square Drive
    3"Chrome-Plated Steel6339A25000000
     

    Square Drive Adapters for Power Tools

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Adapters. Square Drive Adapters for Power Tools, Ball Detent Socket Retainer.

    Ball Detent Socket

    Retainer

    Attach your square-drive sockets to drills, powered screwdrivers, and other tools that accept a hex shank. Not for use with impact tools.
    Ball Detent Socket Retainer—Adapters with ball detent, the standard retainer style, have a spring-loaded ball that holds the socket in place, allowing you to slide it on and off quickly.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Socket Retainer
    Style
    Each
     
    1/4" Square Drive
    1/4"3"SteelBall Detent52735A2500000
     

    Long-Reach Hex Bit Sockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Sockets. Long-Reach Hex Bit Sockets .
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. For Hex Drives.

    For

    Hex

    Drives

    Extra-long bits allow access to hard-to-reach fasteners.
    Bit Sockets
    Replacement
    Socket Bits
    Drive
    Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Bit
    Replaceable
    For Drive
    Style
    Each
    Each
    1/4" Square Drive
    3/32"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A4800000054875A48200000
    7/64"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A510000054875A5210000
    1/8"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A530000054875A5310000
    9/64"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A720000054875A5510000
    5/32"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A730000054875A5710000
    3/16"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A590000054875A5910000
    7/32"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A740000054875A6310000
    1/4"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A640000054875A6410000
    5/16"3"Chrome-Plated SteelYesHex
    54875A750000054875A6610000
     

    Long-Reach Hex Bit Socket Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Sockets. Long-Reach Hex Bit Socket Sets.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. For Hex Drives.

    For

    Hex

    Drives

    Extra-long bits allow access to hard-to-reach fasteners. Organize and store these sockets on the included clip rail. Use them with hand-drive tools only.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Sockets Included
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Container Type
    For Drive
    Style
    Each
    1/4" Square Drive
    93/32", 7/64", 1/8", 9/64", 5/32", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 5/16" (3" O'all Lg.)3"Chrome-Plated SteelMetal Clip RailHex
    54875A70000000
     

    Flex Impact Hex Bit Socket Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Sockets. Flex Impact Hex Bit Socket Sets .
    Pivot the head to access fasteners from an angle. These sockets are sturdier and have more give than manual-drive sockets, so they'll withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
    No. of
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    Sockets Included
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    Container
    Type
    Each
    1/2" Square Drive—Black Oil-Coated Steel
    81/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 3/4" (3" O'all Lg.)3"Plastic Case93197A1100000000
    86 mm, 7 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 17 mm, 19 mm (3" O'all Lg.)3"Plastic Case93197A120000000
     

    Impact Flex Socket Adapters

    Convert your impact socket into a flex socket to access fasteners from an angle. Also known as universal joints. These adapters are sturdy, so they’ll withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
    50° Maximum Access Angle
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Adapters. Impact Flex Socket Adapters, 50° Maximum Access Angle.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. 50° Maximum Access Angle. Impact Flex Socket Adapters.
    Adapters with 50° access angle have two pivot points to reach fasteners at an angle twice as steep as standard adapters.
    Compatible Retaining Ring ID—Adapters that list a compatible retaining ring ID require a locking retainer. Use with an impact wrench that has a pin-style socket retainer, or use a socket retaining ring with tools that have a hole- or hole-and-ring style socket retainer.
    Socket Adapters
    Retaining Rings
    Square Drive
    Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Compatible Retaining
    Ring ID
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Made Outside the U.S.
    3/8"3"3/4"Magnesium Phosphate-Coated SteelBlack8527N1100000056439N1300000
     

    Impact Hex Bit Socket Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Sockets. Impact Hex Bit Socket Sets, Plastic Case.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. For Hex Drives.

    Plastic Case

    For

    Hex

    Drives

    Use these sockets as an alternative to a screwdriver or L-key. They are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Sockets Included
    Material
    Container
    Type
    For Drive
    Style
    Each
    1/2" Square Drive
    18Inch: 1/4", 9/32", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4" (3" O'all Lg.)
    Metric: 6 mm, 7 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 15 mm, 17 mm, 18 mm (3" O'all Lg.)
    Black-Oxide SteelPlastic CaseHex
    6040A210000000
     

    Impact Hex Bit Sockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Sockets. Impact Hex Bit Sockets .
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. For Hex Drives.

    For

    Hex

    Drives

    These sockets are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.
    Compatible Retaining Ring ID—Sockets that list a compatible retaining ring ID require a locking retainer. Use with an impact wrench that has a pin-style socket retainer, or use a socket retaining ring with tools that have a hole- or hole-and-ring style socket retainer.
    Bit Sockets
    Retaining Rings
    Drive
    Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Compatible Retaining
    Ring ID
    Material
    Bit
    Replaceable
    For Drive
    Style
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    1/2" Square Drive
    11/16"3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    54705A5800000056439N2100000
    3/4"3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    54705A590000056439N210000
    7 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A510000056439N210000
    11 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A520000056439N210000
    13 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A530000056439N210000
    15 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A540000056439N210000
    16 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A550000056439N210000
    18 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A560000056439N210000
    19 mm3"13/16"Black-Oxide SteelNoHex
    55105A570000056439N210000
     
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