Williams Comfort Products JHWST636 Shallow Socket 1/2 in Drive

Product Description

The WILLIAMS COMFORT PRODUCTS JHWST636 is a shallow 6-point socket designed for professional fastener work in tight or low-clearance spaces. Built with a 1/2 inch drive and sized at 1 1/8 inch, it features lobular-profile openings engineered to maximize torque transfer onto 6-point fasteners without rounding or deforming the head. The overall length of 1.75 inches keeps the profile compact for confined installation environments. Trades working in HVAC equipment access panels, control cabinets, and mechanical rooms will find this socket useful where a standard-depth socket cannot seat properly.

This socket is suited for residential and light commercial service applications where SAE fasteners are standard. It is appropriate for HVAC installation and service, plumbing equipment work, and general mechanical assembly involving 6-point bolt heads or nuts. The shallow design is particularly useful when fastener protrusion above the work surface is minimal or when a socket must fit beneath an adjacent component. Sold as a single unit.

Key Features

• Lobular opening profile maximizes turning power without deforming fastener heads
• 6-point design provides full-face engagement on hex fasteners
• Shallow depth allows use in low-clearance and confined-access situations
• 1/2 inch drive accepts standard 1/2 inch drive ratchets and extensions
• SAE sizing at 1 1/8 inch for use with standard inch-unit fasteners

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hand tool accessory compatible with standard 1/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and torque wrenches in SAE tool sets.

Installation Notes

This socket is installed and used by licensed HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, and general mechanical trade professionals. Ensure the drive is fully seated on the ratchet or extension before applying torque to prevent slippage. Inspect the socket opening for wear or rounding before use on critical fasteners. No power-down or system shutoff is required for use of the socket itself, but always de-energize or isolate any equipment before accessing fasteners on live systems.

Technical Specifications

• Drive Size: 1/2 inch
• Socket Size: 1 1/8 inch
• Overall Length: 1.75 inches
• Point Count: 6 point
• Standard: SAE
• Depth Profile: Shallow
• Length: 1.5 inches
• Width: 1.8 inches
• Height: 1.5 inches
• Weight: 0.46 pounds
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: WILLIAMS COMFORT PRODUCTS
• Manufacturer Part Number: JHWST636