Apex 80763 Socket 1/2 in Drive 12 Point 5/8 in Sae

Product Description

The APEX 80763 is a 5/8 inch SAE socket with a 1/2 inch drive and 12-point configuration, designed for professional fastener work in trade and mechanical service environments. Constructed from alloy steel with a full polish chrome finish, this socket is built for durability under repeated use. Large, hard-stamped size markings make identification fast, even in low-light or high-volume tool storage situations. The off-corner loading design directs force onto the flats of fasteners rather than the corners, reducing the risk of rounding and extending the usable life of both the socket and the fastener. At 0.13 pounds, it is a compact, single-unit tool suited for daily professional use.

This socket is appropriate for residential and commercial mechanical work, including HVAC equipment service, plumbing fixture installation, and general equipment maintenance where 5/8 inch SAE fasteners are encountered. The 1/2 inch drive fits standard 1/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and torque wrenches commonly used by HVAC technicians, plumbers, and electricians. The 12-point design provides more engagement positions than a 6-point socket, which is useful in tight or restricted spaces where ratchet swing arc is limited.

Key Features

• 5/8 inch SAE, 12-point configuration for more engagement positions in confined spaces
• 1/2 inch drive compatible with standard ratchets, breaker bars, and torque wrenches
• Alloy steel construction with full polish chrome finish for corrosion resistance and durability
• Off-corner loading design reduces fastener rounding under high torque
• Large hard-stamped markings for quick size identification in the field
• Sold individually (each)

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard 1/2 inch drive ratchets, extensions, and torque wrenches accepting 12-point SAE sockets.

Installation Notes

Install and remove using a properly rated 1/2 inch drive ratchet or torque wrench. Inspect the socket for cracks or wear before each use and replace if deformation is visible. Do not use impact-rated tools with this chrome finish socket unless the socket is rated for impact use. Follow applicable equipment manufacturer torque specifications when fastening critical mechanical connections.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Size: 1/2 inch
• Point Configuration: 12 point
• Socket Size: 5/8 inch SAE
• Material: Alloy Steel
• Finish: Full Polish Chrome
• Length: 1.488 inches
• Weight: 0.13 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 099575807633

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 80763