Apex 84101 Impact Socket 1/4 in Drive 6 Point

Product Description

The APEX 84101 is a 1/4 inch drive, 6-point impact socket designed for professional tradespeople who need reliable fastener engagement under high-torque conditions. Constructed from chrome molybdenum alloy steel, this socket delivers the strength and durability required for daily impact tool use. A manganese phosphate coating provides corrosion resistance, extending service life in demanding shop and field environments. Laser-etched markings and a secondary hard stamping ensure size identification remains legible even after heavy use. Off-corner loading geometry reduces fastener rounding, protecting both the fastener and the socket during high-stress applications.

This impact socket is suited for professional automotive, mechanical, and industrial applications where 1/4 inch drive impact tools are used. The 6-point design provides full contact across fastener flats, making it appropriate for stubborn or corroded fasteners encountered in shop repair and maintenance work. At 0.906 inches in length, it fits in tight spaces where a longer socket would interfere. Sold individually, it can supplement existing socket sets or replace a worn piece in a working kit.

Key Features

• Chrome molybdenum alloy steel construction for high-torque impact resistance
• Manganese phosphate coating resists corrosion in wet and outdoor environments
• 6-point geometry maximizes contact on fastener flats to reduce rounding
• Off-corner loading design protects fastener integrity under heavy torque
• Laser-etched markings plus secondary hard stamping for durable size identification
• Compact 0.906 inch length suits confined work areas

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or supplemental socket for 1/4 inch drive impact wrenches and ratchets used in professional automotive and industrial service applications.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of impact sockets should be performed by qualified technicians familiar with impact tool operation. Always ensure the socket is fully seated on the drive anvil before applying torque. Never use impact sockets with standard hand-drive ratchets beyond their rated capacity, and inspect the socket for cracks or deformation before each use. Power down or disconnect the impact tool before changing sockets.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Size: 1/4 inch
• Point Count: 6 point
• Length: 0.906 inches
• Weight: 0.04 pounds
• Material: Chrome molybdenum alloy steel
• Coating: Manganese phosphate
• UPC: 099575841019
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 84101