Gearwrench 80355 9/16 in 3/8 in Drive 6-point Hand Socket

Product Description

The GEARWRENCH 80355 is a 6-point hand socket designed for 3/8 inch drive ratchets and breaker bars. It accepts a 9/16 inch fastener and measures 0.984 inches in overall length, placing it in the standard length class. The socket is machined from alloy steel and finished with a chrome-plated coating for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning. The 6-point geometry concentrates force on the flats of the fastener rather than the corners, reducing the risk of rounding worn or tight hardware. Technicians in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general mechanical trades will find this socket useful wherever 9/16 inch SAE fasteners appear in equipment assemblies and panel hardware.

This socket is suited for service work on residential and light commercial mechanical equipment, including access panels, equipment mounting hardware, pipe hangers, electrical enclosures, and structural fasteners commonly encountered during installation and maintenance. It is compatible with any 3/8 inch drive ratchet, torque wrench, extension bar, or universal joint. The SAE sizing makes it appropriate for standard inch-measurement fasteners found throughout North American mechanical and electrical systems. The tether-capable design supports use in elevated or overhead work environments where tool-drop prevention is required by site safety protocols.

Key Features

• 6-point drive style contacts fastener flats, reducing corner rounding on stubborn hardware
• Alloy steel construction for durability under high-torque applications
• Chrome-plated finish resists corrosion and simplifies cleaning in the field
• Tether-capable design supports compliance with tool-drop prevention requirements
• Meets ANSI and ASME B107.1 standards for hand socket dimensions and performance
• Lifetime replacement warranty from GEARWRENCH

Compatibility

Designed for use with any standard 3/8 inch drive ratchet, extension, or torque wrench. Sized for 9/16 inch SAE hex fasteners in residential and light commercial mechanical, electrical, and plumbing service applications.

Installation Notes

This socket is installed and removed by hand with a 3/8 inch drive tool — no special tooling is required beyond a compatible drive handle. Ensure the socket is fully seated on the fastener before applying torque to avoid slipping. When working on energized electrical enclosures or live mechanical equipment, follow applicable NFPA 70E or OSHA lockout/tagout procedures and power down or isolate the equipment before use. Store with drive square facing up to prevent debris from entering the socket well.