Apex 1106PT Impact Socket 1/4 in Drive 3/16 in 6-point

Product Description

The APEX 1106PT is a 6-point hex drive impact socket designed for high-torque fastening applications in professional trade environments. Built from alloy steel using a proprietary steel and heat treat process, this socket delivers greater strength, tighter manufacturing tolerances, and more consistent fit to fasteners for improved torque transfer. The 1/4 inch drive accepts standard square-drive impact tools, and the 3/16 inch socket size targets smaller hex fasteners common in mechanical, HVAC, and electrical work. Overall length is 7/8 inch, keeping it compact for confined-space access. Installers working with impact wrenches or drivers will find this socket suited to repetitive production or service tasks where bit longevity matters.

This socket fits into residential and light commercial service scenarios where 1/4 inch drive tools are the platform of choice. Typical applications include equipment panel fasteners, sheet metal screws, control component hardware, and similar small-hex fastening tasks encountered by HVAC technicians, electricians, and plumbers during installation and service work. Its standard-length profile is appropriate for most open and semi-open fastener locations where a deep socket is not required.

Key Features

• Proprietary steel and heat treat process yields greater strength and longer service life compared to standard alloy sockets
• Tighter manufacturing tolerances provide superior product consistency and a better fit to fasteners
• 6-point contact geometry maximizes torque transfer and reduces fastener rounding under impact
• Standard length profile at 7/8 inch OAL suits general-access fastening without added bulk
• Meets ANSI and DIN standards for dimensional and performance compliance
• SAE sizing — 3/16 inch socket on 1/4 inch drive platform

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and service socket for use with standard 1/4 inch square drive impact tools in SAE applications.

Installation Notes

This socket is intended for use by qualified tradespeople operating 1/4 inch drive impact wrenches or impact drivers. Always verify the socket and fastener sizes match before applying torque to avoid fastener damage. Power down or de-energize equipment before accessing fasteners on electrical panels or HVAC components. Do not use impact sockets on manual ratchets in place of chrome hand-tool sockets for sustained high-torque applications, as operating conditions differ.