Features
- FOUR FLAT™ Sides prevent rolling
- Wrench-compatible design
- Clearly stamped sizes for visibility
- Chrome finish
- Optimized design to reduce rounding
- 6 Point Socket
- Corrosion resistant
- Standard depth
Specifications
| Standard | Standard |
| Socket Depth | Intermediate |
| Size | 8mm |
| Length | 0.6969 in |
| Weight | 0.1 lb |
| Height | 1.4961 in |
| Width | 0.6969 in |
| Depth | Standard |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Material Composition | Chrome Vanadium Steel |
| Material Application | Fastening |
| Drive Size | 1/2 in |
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This 1/2" Drive 6-Point Socket features a design with four flat sides that prevent rolling and make it compatible with wrenches. The socket sizes are clearly marked for easy visibility. It is designed to minimize bolt rounding and stripping.
Model Number: 45-34-2008
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Mechanic Service
Start a mobile mechanic service focusing on small-scale repairs and maintenance. The 8mm socket is essential for many common tasks, and offering a mobile service can cater to busy clients or those unable to visit a shop.
Tool Rental Business
Establish a tool rental business where customers can rent specialized tools like the 8mm socket for specific projects. This is especially useful for DIY enthusiasts who need tools for short-term use.
Workshop Classes
Offer hands-on workshops focused on basic car or bike maintenance. Use the 8mm socket as a key tool for teaching participants how to perform essential tasks, providing both education and a potential revenue stream.
Custom Tool Kits
Create and sell custom tool kits tailored to specific tasks or industries. Including the 8mm socket in these kits can appeal to hobbyists and professionals looking for comprehensive, ready-to-use toolsets.
Online Tool Retail Store
Launch an online store specializing in high-quality tools and accessories. Highlight the features of the 8mm socket and offer it along with other essential tools, leveraging e-commerce to reach a broader audience.
Creative
Socket Art Sculptures
Use the 8mm socket as a base unit for creating intricate metal sculptures. By welding or assembling multiple sockets together, you can create abstract art pieces or functional art like custom desk organizers.
Customized Tool Jewelry
Transform the socket into unique jewelry pieces such as pendants, bracelets, or keychains. Engrave or add small decorative elements to make them personalized gifts for tool enthusiasts.
Miniature Furniture Assembly
Create miniature furniture models using the 8mm socket as a key component for joints and fixtures. This can be a great project for dollhouses or architectural models.
Educational Kits
Develop educational kits for teaching kids about mechanics and engineering. The 8mm socket can be a part of hands-on kits that include small bolts, nuts, and simple instructions to build basic structures.
Socket Stamping
Turn the socket into a stamping tool for leather or clay. The 6-point design can create interesting patterns when pressed into soft materials, allowing for unique crafting projects.