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	System of Measurement System of Measurement

Inch

Metric

	Square Drive Size Square Drive Size

	For Drive Style For Drive Style


External Hex	External 12-Point	Hex

Torx	Phillips	Slotted

External Square	External Torx Plus	External Torx

Tri- Groove	Square	Torx Plus

6-Flute Spline	Clutch	Pozidriv®

Tamper- Resistant Torx	External Spline	Tamper- Resistant Hex

	Size Size

	Socket Style Socket Style


Standard	Bit

Offset	Flex

	Socket Type Socket Type


Socket	Square Drive Size Adapter

Flex Adapter	Torque- Limiting Adapter

Extension	Secure-Hold Extension

	Number of Pieces Number of Pieces

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
34
35
37
40
55
70
75
150
170

	Minimum Overall Length Minimum Overall Length

	Container Type Container Type

Caddy

Canvas Bag with Zipper
Closure

Canvas Case with Zipper
Closure

Plastic Roll-Up Pouch

Plastic Tray

	Tip Style Tip Style


Standard	Ball

	Drive Type Drive Type

Manual

Impact

	Bolt Clearance Style Bolt Clearance Style


Standard	Deep

Bolt Through

	Socket Shape Socket Shape


6-Point	12-Point	Torx Plus

8-Point	Torx	Tri- Groove

4-Point

	Finish Finish

	Material Material

Steel

Aluminum-Bronze

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Set Type Set Type

Sockets with Drive Tools

Sockets

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	Wrench Style Wrench Style


Box	Combination

Open End

	Ratcheting or Nonratcheting Ratcheting or Nonratcheting

Ratcheting

Nonratcheting

	Head Style Head Style


Standard	Offset

Flex

	Opening Shape Opening Shape


12-Point	Rounded

6-Point	Spline

Torx

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247 Products

Socket Sets

Premium 6-Point Socket Sets

Made in the U.S.A., these tools handle the toughest industrial applications, provide the best grip on fasteners, and have a superior finish.

Economy 6-Point Socket Sets

Suitable for occasional maintenance work, these sets are imported.

Value 6-Point Socket Sets

For high quality at a lower price, choose these U.S.A.-made sets.

Nonsparking 6-Point Socket Sets

Made of aluminum-bronze, these sockets satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present.

Economy 12-Point Socket Sets

Suitable for occasional maintenance work, these sets are imported.

Premium 12-Point Socket Sets

Made in the U.S.A., these tools handle the toughest industrial applications, provide the best grip on fasteners, and have a superior finish.

Value 12-Point Socket Sets

For high quality at a lower price, choose these U.S.A.-made sets.

12-Point Flex Socket Sets

Pivot the head to access fasteners from an angle.

External Torx-Plus Socket Sets

With squared lobes that won’t slip at high torque, all of the sockets in these sets are designed to fit on external Torx-Plus fasteners, often found on pickup trucks.

8-Point Socket Sets

Quickly position these sockets on square fasteners.

Tri-Groove Socket Sets

Grip the indentations around the outside of tri-groove fasteners.

External Torx Socket Sets

Hex, Torx, Phillips, and Slotted Bit Socket Assortments

Keep a convenient mix of hex, Torx, Phillips, and slotted bit sockets on hand.

Hex Bit Socket Sets

Extended-Reach Hex Bit Socket Sets

Extra-long bits allow access to hard-to-reach fasteners.

Stubby Hex Bit Socket Sets

The short bit on these sockets fits in spaces where height clearance is limited.

Extended-Reach Ball-End Hex Bit Socket Sets

Extra-long bits allow access to hard-to-reach fasteners.

Ball-End Hex Bit Socket Sets

The ball end allows angled entry when you don't have exact alignment between the socket bit and fastener.

Extended-Reach Torx Bit Socket Sets

Extra-long bits allow access to hard-to-reach fasteners.

Torx Bit Socket Sets

Torx-Plus Bit Socket Sets

Tamper-Resistant Torx Bit Socket Sets

These sockets are also known as pin-in-Torx bits.

Tamper-Resistant Hex Bit Socket Sets

These sockets are also known as pin-in-hex or pin-in-socket bits.

Bolt-Through Socket Sets

Turn nuts on bolts and threaded rod, which pass through these sockets.

Box-End Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

Make maximum contact on all sides of a fastener to reduce slipping. These sockets are also known as torque adapters.

Ratcheting Box-End Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

A ratchet mechanism allows you to turn fasteners without removing and repositioning the socket.

Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

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.

Secure-Grip Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

The opening shape makes more contact with fasteners for a better grip than standard open-end sockets. Also known as flare-nut or line wrench sockets, they're often used with flared tube fittings and fuel and hydraulic lines.

Square Drive Size Adapter Sets

Convert from one square drive size to another.

Secure-Hold Socket Extension Sets

Lock your socket into the extension to prevent accidental disengagement..

Socket Extension Sets

Attach to your socket for a longer reach.

Impact Socket Sets

6-Point Impact Socket Sets

The hex shape grips hex fasteners and prevents rounding. These sockets are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.

6-Point Flex Impact Socket Sets

Pivot the head to access fasteners from an angle.

External Torx Impact Socket Sets

These sockets are made to withstand the high torque and force of impact tools.

Impact Hex Bit Socket Sets

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.

Impact Square Drive Size Adapter Sets

Convert from one square drive size to another.

Impact Torque-Limiting Socket Adapter Sets

Prevent overtightening that can damage fasteners. These adapters spring back slightly when the set torque is reached.

Impact Socket Extension Sets

Attach to your socket for a longer reach.

Secure-Hold Impact Socket Extension Sets

Lock your socket into the extension to prevent accidental disengagement.

Budd Wheel Impact Socket Sets

Remove and install dual wheels on trucks and trailers with the sockets in these sets.

Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Premium Reversible Ratcheting
Combination Wrench Sets

Made in the U.S.A., these tools handle the toughest industrial applications, provide the best grip on fasteners, and have a superior finish.

Economy Reversible Ratcheting
Combination Wrench Sets

Suitable for occasional maintenance work, these sets are imported.

Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Flip these wrenches over to ratchet in the opposite direction.

Flex-Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Pivot the box end for access to fasteners in tight spots.

Premium Stubby Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Made in the U.S.A., these tools handle the toughest industrial applications, provide the best grip on fasteners, and have a superior finish.

Economy Stubby Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Suitable for occasional maintenance work, these sets are imported.

Reversible Stubby Ratcheting
Combination Wrench Sets

A lever reverses the ratchet direction.

Spline Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

A spline-shaped box end turns spline, hex, and 12-point fasteners. This shape also gets a better grip on rounded fasteners that can be difficult to turn with a traditional wrench.

Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

Snap-Open Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

Open the jaws to fit around a fastener like an open-end wrench; close the jaws and the wrench acts like a ratcheting box wrench.

Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

A ratchet mechanism allows you to turn fasteners in tight spaces without removing and repositioning the wrench.

Deep-Offset Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

The heads are offset to provide clearance for reaching over obstructions.

Maintenance Tool Sets

What you need for most maintenance jobs, these sets include an assortment of drivers, cutters, pliers, and wrenches.

Economy Socket and Wrench Sets

These sets include an assortment of sockets and wrenches for occasional maintenance work.

Bit Sets

Precise-Control Bit Assortments

The knurled shank on these bits allows finger tightening. They can also be used with the included screwdriver.

Bit Assortments

Assortments contain bits with multiple drive styles.

6-Flute Spline Bit Sets

Also known as Bristol bits, these have a knurled-end shank that allows finger tightening. They can also be used with the included screwdriver.

Socket Sets

Premium 6-Point Socket Sets

Economy 6-Point Socket Sets

Value 6-Point Socket Sets

Nonsparking 6-Point Socket Sets

Economy 12-Point Socket Sets

Premium 12-Point Socket Sets

Value 12-Point Socket Sets

12-Point Flex Socket Sets

External Torx-Plus Socket Sets

8-Point Socket Sets

Tri-Groove Socket Sets

External Torx Socket Sets

Hex, Torx, Phillips, and Slotted Bit Socket Assortments

Hex Bit Socket Sets

Extended-Reach Hex Bit Socket Sets

Stubby Hex Bit Socket Sets

Extended-Reach Ball-End Hex Bit Socket Sets

Ball-End Hex Bit Socket Sets

Extended-Reach Torx Bit Socket Sets

Torx Bit Socket Sets

Torx-Plus Bit Socket Sets

Tamper-Resistant Torx Bit Socket Sets

Tamper-Resistant Hex Bit Socket Sets

Bolt-Through Socket Sets

Box-End Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

Ratcheting Box-End Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

Secure-Grip Tight-Clearance Offset Socket Sets

Square Drive Size Adapter Sets

Secure-Hold Socket Extension Sets

Socket Extension Sets

Impact Socket Sets

6-Point Impact Socket Sets

6-Point Flex Impact Socket Sets

External Torx Impact Socket Sets

Impact Hex Bit Socket Sets

Impact Square Drive Size Adapter Sets

Impact Torque-Limiting Socket Adapter Sets

Impact Socket Extension Sets

Secure-Hold Impact Socket Extension Sets

Budd Wheel Impact Socket Sets

Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Premium Reversible RatchetingCombination Wrench Sets

Economy Reversible RatchetingCombination Wrench Sets

Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Flex-Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Premium Stubby Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Economy Stubby Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Reversible Stubby RatchetingCombination Wrench Sets

Spline Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets

Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

Snap-Open Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

Deep-Offset Ratcheting Box Wrench Sets

Maintenance Tool Sets

Maintenance Tool Sets

Economy Socket and Wrench Sets

Bit Sets

Precise-Control Bit Assortments

Bit Assortments

6-Flute Spline Bit Sets

Premium Reversible Ratcheting
Combination Wrench Sets

Economy Reversible Ratcheting
Combination Wrench Sets

Reversible Stubby Ratcheting
Combination Wrench Sets