Features
- Heat treated CR-440 steel
- DirectTorque geometry to reduce fastener rounding and improve grip
- High-visibility laser-etched size markings
- O-ring and retaining pin compatible
- Black oxide coating
Specifications
| Drive | 3/8 in |
| Points | 6-point |
| Material | Heat treated CR-440 steel (CR-440) |
| Finish | Black oxide coating |
| Markings | High-visibility laser-etched size markings |
| Compatibility | O-ring and retaining pin compatible |
| Technology | DirectTorque (reduces fastener rounding) |
| Available Sizes | [{"SKU" => "DWMT19052", "Size" => "1/2 in", "Nut Depth" => "7/8 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-3/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "3/4 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "3/4 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19053", "Size" => "11/16 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-5/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "31/32 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19054", "Size" => "3/4 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-5/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "1-1/16 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19055", "Size" => "5/16 in", "Nut Depth" => "15/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-3/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "1/2 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "3/4 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19056", "Size" => "5/8 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-3/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "15/16 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19162", "Size" => "25/32 in", "Nut Depth" => "15/16 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-3/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "25/32 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "3/4 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19163", "Size" => "3/8 in", "Nut Depth" => "23/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-3/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "9/16 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "3/4 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19164", "Size" => "1 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-5/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "1-13/32 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19165", "Size" => "13/16 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-5/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "1-3/16 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19166", "Size" => "15/16 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-5/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "1-11/32 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19167", "Size" => "7/8 in", "Nut Depth" => "31/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-5/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "1-1/4 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "7/8 in"}, {"SKU" => "DWMT19223", "Size" => "7/16 in", "Nut Depth" => "23/32 in", "Overall Length" => "2-15/32 in", "Bolt Clearance Depth" => "1-3/16 in", "Nut End Outside Diameter" => "11/16 in", "Drive End Outside Diameter" => "3/4 in"}] |
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Deep impact sockets for 3/8 in drive impact tools. Constructed from heat-treated CR-440 steel with a black oxide finish. DirectTorque geometry is used to improve grip on fasteners and reduce rounding. Sizes are laser-etched for visibility. Sockets are compatible with O-rings and retaining pins.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Light-Duty Wheel & Small Engine Service
Offer on-site wheel swaps and fastener work for motorcycles, ATVs, lawn/garden equipment, and small trailers where 3/8 in deep impact sockets excel. Emphasize reduced rounding via 6-point DirectTorque geometry. Charge flat call-out + per-wheel rate; upsell seasonal maintenance (blade swaps, brake checks).
On-Site Assembly for Metal Racks & Kits
Specialize in assembling garage shelving, bed frames, prefab workbenches, fencing hardware, and solar racking where deep sockets clear protruding studs. Market to homeowners, property managers, and small warehouses. Price per project tier; upsell anchor upgrades and safety inspections.
Stuck/Rounded Fastener Rescue
Provide a rapid-response service to remove seized or rounded bolts on appliances, furniture, bikes, and mowers. Use 6-point deep impact sockets with penetrants, heat, and extractors to minimize damage. Charge diagnostic + success fee; partner with repair shops for referrals.
Impact Socket Weekend Rental Kits
Rent curated 3/8 in deep impact socket sets with common sizes (3/8–1 in), retaining pins, extensions, and a laminated quick guide. Target DIY brake jobs, suspension, and equipment repair. Offer delivery/pickup, deposit-based rentals, and upsell foam organizers and PPE.
Industrial Decor Microbrand
Launch a small brand selling socket-based decor: desk organizers, wind chimes, coat racks, and lamps with an automotive aesthetic. Leverage the black oxide finish and laser-etched markings as design features. Sell on Etsy and at maker markets; offer custom size/finish options.
Creative
Industrial Candle Holders
Epoxy or screw deep impact sockets upright onto a steel or hardwood base and drop glass tea-light inserts into the bores. The black oxide finish gives an industrial look, the deep length shields flames, and the laser-etched sizes add subtle detailing. Use multiple sizes for a tiered centerpiece.
Socket Wind Chime/Mobile
String assorted socket sizes from a circular frame using wire through the 3/8 in drive openings, spacing them to avoid clanging damage. Different diameters produce varied tones. Add a central spinner for a kinetic mobile; the black oxide finish weathers attractively.
Desk Organizer and Bit Caddy
Mount a grid of deep sockets onto a wood or metal plate to hold pens, hex keys, screwdriver bits, and hobby tools. The deep format keeps items upright, and laser-etched markings can label rows by tool type or size. Add magnetic sheet under the plate to catch stray fasteners.
Automotive-Inspired Coat/Tool Rack
Lag-bolt a hardwood board to studs, then mount sockets nut-end outward as hooks. The 6-point interior cradles hat brims and straps; deeper sockets hold dog leashes or tape measures. Mix sizes for visual rhythm and use O-rings as anti-rattle bumpers.
Hex Texture Stamps
Use the 6-point openings as texture stamps for leather, polymer clay, or soft metals. Press or tap the hex profile to make crisp geometric patterns; the DirectTorque geometry yields clean edges. Create repeating borders by rotating the socket between impressions.