Features
- DirectTorque technology to reduce fastener rounding
- Polished chrome‑vanadium finish
- Knurled control ring for manual control
- Hard‑stamped size markings
- 1/4 in drive
- 6‑point configuration
- Standard length
Specifications
| Drive | 1/4 in |
| Configuration | 6-point |
| Finish | Full polish chrome (chrome‑vanadium) |
| Length Type | Standard length |
| Nut End Outside Diameter | 9/32 in |
| Drive End Outside Diameter | 15/32 in |
| Nut Depth | 5/32 in |
| Bolt Clearance Depth | 21/32 in |
| Overall Length | 31/32 in |
| Warranty | Full Lifetime Warranty (listed on product page) |
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Hand sockets designed to reduce rounding of fasteners and improve grip using DirectTorque technology. They have a polished chrome‑vanadium finish to help resist chipping and flaking, a knurled control ring for manual handling, and hard‑stamped size markings.
Project Ideas
Business
Micro Fastener Rescue Service
Offer on‑site removal and replacement of small rounded or stubborn nuts on bikes, appliances, and small engines. The 6‑point DirectTorque design reduces rounding risk, letting you market a fast, non‑destructive fix with premium pricing.
Flat‑Pack and PC Assembly Specialist
Launch a mobile assembly service for furniture and custom PCs, where delicate fasteners are common. The 1/4 in drive and knurled control ring allow precise, finger‑controlled starts and snug finishes, reducing damage and callbacks.
Pocket Repair Kits for E‑commerce
Curate and sell Altoids‑tin‑sized micro repair kits featuring a 1/4 in drive handle, a few essential 6‑point sockets, and bit adapters in a custom organizer. Brand them for cyclists, RC/drone hobbyists, or apartment dwellers and sell online.
3D‑Printed Socket Organizers
Design compact, labeled organizers tailored to 1/4 in 6‑point sockets with knurled‑ring clearance. Sell printed units and downloadable files; upsell wall‑mounted rails and drawer inserts sized to common nut and drive end diameters.
RC and Drone Pit‑Crew Pop‑ups
Run a pop‑up tuning and repair booth at RC and drone meets. Small hex hardware benefits from a 6‑point, low‑profile 1/4 in setup for quick, safe adjustments. Offer quick‑turn fixes, preflight checks, and sell spare hardware kits.
Creative
Leather Hex Stamping and Texture
Use the 6‑point mouth to press crisp hexagon motifs into damp leather for key fobs, bookmarks, or straps. The polished chrome finish glides without dragging leather fibers, and the knurled control ring doubles as a fine texture roller for borders.
Socket Wind Chime / Mobile
String a handful of 1/4 in drive sockets with bolts and washers to create a bright, tinkling wind chime or desk mobile. The hard‑stamped size markings add visual interest, and the chrome finish catches light for a kinetic art piece.
Mini Rivet Setter and Press Block
Use the socket as a tidy support for setting tiny rivets or peening small hardware: the 6‑point faces keep heads centered while the bolt clearance depth gives space for the stem. Also works as a driver to seat dowels or ferrules without marring edges.
Inset Magnetic Parts Holder
Embed the socket into a small wood or resin block with a magnet underneath to create a sleek micro parts cup for screws and nuts. The knurled control ring makes it easy to lift out for cleaning, and the stamped size can serve as a label.