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6 Piece 1/2" Drive SAE Impact Bi-directional Hex Bit Socket Set

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The GEARWRENCH 6 Piece 1/2" Drive SAE Impact Bi-Directional Hex Bit Socket Set is designed to remove, reuse, and install both damaged and undamaged hex fasteners with a single socket. Featuring award-winning bi-directional technology, these impact-rated hex bit sockets deliver up to 4X more torque on damaged fasteners and up to 166% more torque on undamaged fasteners compared to standard hex bit sockets. Built for demanding automotive, industrial, agricultural, and heavy equipment applications, the set includes six popular SAE sizes from 3/8" to 3/4" stored on a convenient socket rail. Large laser-etched markings, a high-visibility orange paint-fill band, and a knurled body provide improved identification, grip, and productivity in tough working environments.
  • Features
    • Bi-directional hex bit socket designed to remove, reuse, and install both damaged and undamaged hex fasteners
    • Delivers up to 4X more torque on damaged hex fasteners
    • Delivers up to 166% more torque on undamaged hex fasteners
    • Designed to grip damaged hex fasteners while still allowing fastener reuse
    • Impact rated for use with both hand tools and power tools
    • High-visibility molten orange paint-fill band for easy size identification
    • Bi-directional hex bit socket designed to remove, reuse, and install both damaged and undamaged hex fasteners
    • Delivers up to 4X more torque on damaged hex fasteners
    • Delivers up to 166% more torque on undamaged hex fasteners
    • Designed to grip damaged hex fasteners while still allowing fastener reuse
    • Impact rated for use with both hand tools and power tools
    • High-visibility molten orange paint-fill band for easy size identification
    • Large laser-etched size markngs improve readability in low-light conditions
    • Knurled socket body provides enhanced grip during use
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  • Specifications
    • Weight (Catalog) : 2.150 lb
    • Warranty : Full Lifetime
    • Drive Tang Size : 1/2 in
    • Knurled : Yes
    • ANSI Specification : Meets or Exceeds
    • Type : Bi-Directional Bit Socket
    • Size : 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4"
    • Included Storage : Socket Rail
    • Set Size Range Max : 3/4"
    • Magnetic : Yes
    • Set Size Range Min : 3/8"
    • SAE/Metric/Torx : SAE
    • UPC : 099575431814
    • Weight (Catalog) : 2.150 lb
    • Warranty : Full Lifetime
    • Drive Tang Size : 1/2 in
    • Knurled : Yes
    • ANSI Specification : Meets or Exceeds
    • Type : Bi-Directional Bit Socket
    • Size : 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4"
    • Included Storage : Socket Rail
    • Set Size Range Max : 3/4"
    • Magnetic : Yes
    • Set Size Range Min : 3/8"
    • SAE/Metric/Torx : SAE
      SAE
    • UPC : 099575431814
    • Prop 65 : WARNING: This product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
    • Drive Type : Hex
      Hex
    • Material : Chrome-Molybdenum (Cr-Mo)
    • Set Piece Count : 6
    • Length Format : Standard
    • Finish : Black Oxide
    • ASME Specification : Meets or Exceeds
    • Packaging : Carded
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  • Frequently Asked Questions
    What is a bi-directional hex bit socket?
    A bi-directional hex bit socket is designed to remove, reuse, and install both damaged and undamaged hex fasteners using a single socket. The specialized geometry provides increased grip on worn fasteners while maintaining proper engagement on undamaged hardware.
    Can these sockets remove stripped or rounded Allen fasteners?
    Yes. The bi-directional design is engineered to grip damaged hex fasteners and deliver up to 4X more torque than standard hex bit sockets, helping remove worn or rounded fasteners without a separate extraction tool.
    Are these SAE hex bit sockets impact rated?
    Yes. Every socket in the set is impact rated for use with impact wrenches, impact drivers, ratchets, and other hand tools.
    What sizes are included in this SAE impact hex bit socket set?
    The set includes six SAE sizes: 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", and 3/4", conveniently organized on a durable socket rail.
    What applications are these sockets best suited for?
    These sockets are ideal for automotive repair, fleet maintenance, agricultural equipment service, industrial machinery repair, and heavy equipment applications where damaged or seized hex fasteners are common.