Williams Comfort Products JHWBB-526 Penta Socket 3/8 Drive

Product Description

The WILLIAMS COMFORT PRODUCTS JHWBB-526 is a 5-point penta socket designed to service the tamper-resistant 5-point nuts found on Buffalo-style utility covers used by gas, electric, and water companies to protect shutoff gates. Built for 3/8 inch drive tools, it has an overall length of 1 1/16 inches and fits a 51/64 inch penta fastener. This is a specialty hand tool for utility and field service work, used by technicians who need reliable access to secured utility infrastructure without damaging fasteners or covers.

This socket is used in field service applications where tamper-resistant penta-head fasteners secure utility shutoff access covers. Gas company technicians, electric utility crews, and water service professionals commonly carry this socket to access shutoff gates during service calls, emergency shutoffs, and routine inspections. Its compact overall length keeps it practical in tight utility vaults and meter enclosures.

Key Features

• 5-point penta drive engages tamper-resistant penta-head nuts on Buffalo-style utility covers
• 3/8 inch drive compatible with standard ratchets, extensions, and torque tools
• 1 1/16 inch overall length suits confined utility vault and meter enclosure access
• 51/64 inch penta fastener size matches common gas, electric, and water shutoff covers
• SAE sizing for use on domestic utility infrastructure fasteners

Compatibility

Designed for use with 5-point tamper-resistant penta nuts on Buffalo-style shutoff covers used by gas, electric, and water utility companies.

Installation Notes

This socket is installed by licensed utility technicians and service professionals working on live utility access points. Always verify the utility is in a safe service state before engaging shutoff hardware, and follow applicable local codes and utility company procedures. Use with a properly rated 3/8 inch drive ratchet or breaker bar. Do not use impact drivers on penta fasteners unless the socket is rated for impact use.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Size: 3/8 inch
• Overall Length: 1 1/16 inches
• Fastener Size: 51/64 inch
• Point Count: 5-point penta
• Drive Standard: SAE
• Weight: 0.18 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 662459904652

Standard Information

• Brand: WILLIAMS COMFORT PRODUCTS
• Manufacturer Part Number: JHWBB-526