Ampco SS-1/2D1/4 Hand Socket 1/4 Inch 6-point

Product Description

The AMPCO SS-1/2D1/4 is a 6-point hand socket with a 1/2 inch drive and a 1/4 inch socket opening, manufactured from aluminum bronze. Aluminum bronze is non-sparking and non-magnetic, making this socket appropriate for use in hazardous environments where ferrous tools pose an ignition or contamination risk. The socket measures 1.19 inches in overall length, classifying it as a standard-length design. It weighs 0.15 pounds. Licensed trades including industrial mechanics, pipefitters, and facilities maintenance technicians reach for non-sparking hand tools when working near flammable gases, vapors, or reactive materials.

This socket is suited for applications in petrochemical facilities, refineries, marine environments, explosive storage areas, and any industrial setting governed by hot-work or spark-control protocols. The 6-point contact geometry reduces fastener rounding compared to 12-point designs, which is valuable when breaking loose tight or corroded hardware. The 1/2 inch drive accepts standard 1/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and torque wrenches commonly found in industrial tool inventories.

Key Features

• Aluminum bronze construction provides non-sparking, non-magnetic performance for use in hazardous locations
• 1/2 inch drive accepts standard ratchets, extensions, and torque wrenches
• 1/4 inch socket size fits common small fasteners in industrial and mechanical assemblies
• 6-point contact design reduces risk of rounding fastener heads compared to 12-point sockets
• Standard length at 1.19 inches overall for general-access fastener work
• Chrome finish over aluminum bronze base

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 1/2 inch drive hand socket compatible with any 1/2 inch drive ratchet, extension bar, or torque wrench conforming to standard drive-tool dimensions.

Installation Notes

This socket is installed and used by industrial mechanics, pipefitters, and maintenance technicians following site-specific hot-work and tool-control procedures. Inspect the socket for cracks or deformation before each use, as aluminum bronze has different fatigue characteristics than chrome-vanadium steel. Do not use impact drivers or pneumatic impact wrenches with this socket unless the tool is explicitly rated for aluminum bronze hand sockets. Follow facility safety protocols and applicable OSHA or site hazardous-area guidelines when selecting non-sparking tooling.