Ampco
Ampco DW-1/2D15/16 1/2 in Drive 15/16 in SAE Socket 6 Point tool storage
Nonsparking aluminium-bronze socket, 15/16 in SAE, 6-point deep design, 1/2 in drive, FM Approved to ASTM A342
- Nonsparking aluminium-bronze construction prevents ignition in hazardous areas
- 15/16 in SAE size fits large fastener applications
- Deep 6-point profile engages flats to reduce rounding
- FM Approved and ASTM A342 compliant for safety assurance
- 1/2 in drive compatible with standard ratchets and extensions
Professional Safety Socket
The Ampco DW-1/2D15/16 is a 1/2 inch drive, 15/16 inch SAE socket designed for hazardous environments. It serves maintenance crews who require non-sparking tools to prevent ignition risks. The six-point configuration fits standard fasteners securely. This tool meets FM Approved and ASTM A342 standards for safety compliance.
Aluminium Bronze Construction
The socket body uses aluminium bronze alloy with an unfinished surface for corrosion resistance. Its deep profile reaches recessed bolts without needing extensions. A 1/2 inch square drive ensures compatibility with common ratchets and breaker bars. The hand-operated design suits controlled torque applications rather than impact use.
Controlled Application Focus
Manual operation keeps heat generation low during fastener work. No impact rating means the tool avoids high-stress shock loads that could deform the bronze. The non-sparking material maintains integrity in flammable atmospheres. Users should match drive tools to the socket size for safe daily use.
Highlights
- Nonsparking aluminium-bronze construction prevents ignition in hazardous areas
- 15/16 in SAE size fits large fastener applications
- Deep 6-point profile engages flats to reduce rounding
- FM Approved and ASTM A342 compliant for safety assurance
- 1/2 in drive compatible with standard ratchets and extensions
Specifications
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Questions about this item
What does the FM Approved and ASTM A342 rating mean for the 1/2 in drive socket?
The FM Approved and ASTM A342 markings confirm the socket meets Factory Mutual safety requirements and the material specification for non-sparking aluminum bronze tools.
What drive tool and clearance are needed to fit the 15/16 in deep socket?
A 1/2 in square drive ratchet or breaker bar is required; the deep, 6-point broach needs enough reach to engage the full length of a 15/16 in fastener.
How do you correctly seat the 6-point socket on a 15/16 in bolt without rounding it?
Align the 6-point broach squarely on the fastener flats, push until the drive end bottoms on the ratchet, and apply force straight — avoid angled loading that can slip the unfinished aluminum bronze.
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