Apex 80545 Ball Hex Bit Socket 3/8 Inch Drive

Product Description

The APEX 80545 is a ball end hex bit socket built for trade professionals who need reliable access to internal hex fasteners in tight or angled spaces. Designed with a 3/8 inch drive and a 0.591 inch ball hex bit, this socket allows up to a 25-degree entry angle, letting technicians reach fasteners that a standard straight-entry socket cannot. The base socket is made from heat-treated alloy steel for durability and extended tool life. The bit itself is manufactured from S2 steel, chosen for its high impact strength and resistance to wear under torque loads.

This bit socket is suited for use across a wide range of trade applications including HVAC equipment assembly, plumbing fixture work, electrical panel and equipment installation, and general mechanical service. The ball end design is particularly useful in confined equipment spaces where fastener access is obstructed by adjacent components or structural framing. It is sold individually and is compatible with standard 3/8 inch drive ratchets, extensions, and torque wrenches.

Key Features

• Ball end hex design allows up to a 25-degree entry angle for access in confined spaces
• S2 steel bit construction for maximum strength and resistance to cam-out under load
• Heat-treated alloy steel socket base for long service life
• 3/8 inch drive fits standard ratchets, extensions, and torque wrenches
• 0.591 inch bit size for common internal hex fastener applications
• Sold individually — 1.968 inches in length

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit accessory for 3/8 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions following standard square drive tooling conventions.

Installation Notes

This socket is installed and removed by hand onto any standard 3/8 inch drive tool. Before use, ensure the fastener head is clean and free of debris to achieve full bit engagement and prevent rounding. When working in powered or pressurized equipment, de-energize and depressurize the system before loosening or tightening fasteners. Use with a calibrated torque wrench when fastener torque specifications are required by the manufacturer or applicable code.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Size: 3/8 inch
• Bit Type: Ball Hex
• Bit Size: 0.591 inch
• Entry Angle: Up to 25 degrees
• Length: 1.968 inches
• Weight: 0.15 pounds
• Bit Material: S2 Steel
• Socket Material: Heat-Treated Alloy Steel
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 099575805455

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 80545