Apex 84123 Impact Socket 1/4 in Drive 6 Point

Product Description

The APEX 84123 is a 1/4 inch drive, 6-point impact socket designed for professional use in high-torque applications. Constructed from chrome molybdenum alloy steel, it delivers the strength and durability required for repeated impact tool use. The manganese phosphate coating provides corrosion resistance for long service life in demanding shop and field environments. Laser-etched markings combined with a secondary hard-stamped size designation make identification fast and reliable. The 6-point off-corner loading geometry reduces fastener rounding, protecting both the socket and the fastener during drive. Licensed electricians, mechanics, and trade professionals working with impact wrenches and drivers will find this socket suited for daily production work.

This socket is intended for use with 1/4 inch drive impact wrenches and impact drivers. Its compact 0.906 inch length suits tight-clearance fastening tasks common in HVAC equipment panels, electrical enclosures, plumbing fixture installations, and light mechanical assemblies. The off-corner loading design makes it particularly useful when fasteners show early signs of wear or corrosion. Sold individually, it can supplement existing socket sets or replace a single worn piece without requiring a full set purchase.

Key Features

• Chrome molybdenum alloy steel construction for high-torque impact resistance
• Manganese phosphate coating resists corrosion in wet or outdoor environments
• 6-point off-corner loading reduces rounding on worn or tight fasteners
• Laser-etched markings with secondary hard-stamped size for fast identification
• Compact 0.906 inch length fits tight-clearance applications
• Sold individually — no set purchase required

Compatibility

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

Installation Notes

Install and remove using a 1/4 inch drive impact wrench or impact driver only — do not use standard ratchets with impact sockets under sustained impact loads beyond their hand-tool rating. Inspect the socket for cracks or deformation before each use, and replace immediately if damage is found. Always verify the fastener size matches the socket before applying torque to avoid slippage or fastener damage.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Size: 1/4 inch
• Point Count: 6 point
• Length: 0.906 inches
• Weight: 0.09 pounds
• Material: Chrome molybdenum alloy steel
• Coating: Manganese phosphate
• UPC: 099575841231

Standard Information

• Brand: APEX
• Manufacturer Part Number: 84123