Apex HTS-4A Drag Link Socket Size 4 Screwdriver

Product Description

The APEX HTS-4A is a drag link socket designed for use with screwdriver-style drive tools. It accepts a No. 4 point size and features a blade thickness of 0.073 inches, making it suitable for driving slotted fasteners in confined or hard-to-reach locations. The drag link design allows the socket to transmit torque through a flexible or extended drive setup, which is common in assembly and maintenance applications. Licensed tradespeople and industrial technicians working on equipment with recessed or inline fastener access rely on this type of socket to maintain control without a direct-drive angle. The HTS-4A ships as a single unit and is a direct replacement or supplemental addition to a standard socket set.

This drag link socket is used across a range of trade and industrial applications where conventional socket access is restricted. It is well-suited for HVAC equipment panels, electrical enclosures, plumbing access covers, and light mechanical assemblies that use slotted screws. The No. 4 blade size covers a common fastener range found in sheet metal work and equipment housings. Technicians working in tight equipment cabinets or using extended-reach drive systems will find this socket fits standard screwdriver drive configurations.

Key Features

• Drag link socket design supports extended or flexible drive tool setups
• No. 4 point size for common slotted fastener applications
• Blade thickness of 0.073 inches for precise fastener engagement
• Sold as a single unit — direct replacement or add-on to existing socket inventory
• Compact form factor suited for confined fastener access

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement drag link socket for use with screwdriver-style drive tools accepting a No. 4 blade configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of this socket does not require power shutoff unless it is being used on live electrical enclosures, in which case standard lockout/tagout procedures apply per applicable electrical codes. Ensure the drive tool and socket are fully engaged before applying torque to avoid fastener damage. Inspect the blade tip for wear before each use and replace if the edges show rounding or chipping.