Ampco
Ampco 3/4" Drive Socket 1-7/16" 6-Point Aluminum Bronze FM Approved
A 3/4 inch drive, 6-point socket made from non-sparking aluminum bronze and FM approved for hazardous environments
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- FM Approved for safety-critical environments
- Nonsparking aluminum bronze reduces ignition risk
- 6-point hex profile grips fastener flats
- 3/4 inch drive fits heavy-duty ratchets
- Meets ASTM A342 material standard
Professional Non-Sparking Socket
The Ampco 3/4-inch drive socket is built from aluminium bronze and carries FM approval to ASTM A342. It targets maintenance crews and industrial technicians who must work in atmospheres where a steel tool could ignite flammable vapour or dust.
3/4-Inch Drive Compatibility
This SAE socket fits any standard 3/4-inch square drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench already in the kit. Its six-point hex profile grips the 1-7/16-inch fastener across the flats, reducing rounding risk without demanding a specialised driver.
1-7/16-Inch Hex Capacity
The single 1-7/16-inch opening handles that exact bolt or nut size; larger or smaller hardware requires a different socket. The unfinished aluminium bronze construction resists sparking but is not impact rated, so it must be used with hand force only.
Highlights
- FM Approved for safety-critical environments
- Nonsparking aluminum bronze reduces ignition risk
- 6-point hex profile grips fastener flats
- 3/4 inch drive fits heavy-duty ratchets
- Meets ASTM A342 material standard
Specifications
| Brand | AMPCO |
|---|---|
| Type | Sockets |
Questions about this item
How does the aluminum bronze construction hold up under continuous heavy torque?
The aluminum bronze material resists deformation and sparking during sustained high-force applications, meeting FM Approved and ASTM A342 standards for non-sparking hand tools.
Does the socket generate noticeable heat or noise during all-day use in hazardous environments?
As a non-impact, hand-driven tool, it produces negligible heat and no mechanical noise; the unfinished aluminum bronze surface dissipates friction warmth quickly during extended turning.
What drive tools must I already own to use this 3/4-inch drive socket?
You need a compatible 3/4-inch drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench; the 6-point, 1-7/16-inch hex opening fits standard SAE fasteners of that size.
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