Ampco
Ampco DWI-1/2D1-9/16 Impact Socket 1 9/16 in Tool Storage
A 1/2-inch drive impact socket with a 6-point hex profile, made from nickel aluminium bronze and built to ASTM A342 and FM standards
- Deep socket reaches recessed fasteners
- Nickel aluminium bronze resists sparking in hazardous areas
- Six-point hex profile grips flats to reduce rounding
- Impact rated for high-torque power tools
- Meets ASTM A342 and FM approval standards
Non-sparking deep impact socket
The Ampco DWI-1/2D1-9/16 is a 1 9/16 inch six-point deep impact socket made from nickel aluminium bronze for non-sparking applications. It fits a 1/2 inch drive and meets ASTM A342 with FM approval. Mechanics working in hazardous environments use it where ferrous tools are prohibited.
Direct fit on standard 1/2 inch drive
Installation is a simple push onto any 1/2 inch square drive; the unfinished bronze surface grips the anvil without additional adapters. The deep well clears long studs, but the softer alloy rounds faster than steel if used on overtightened or corroded fasteners. Users should avoid hammer strikes and ensure the socket fully seats before applying torque.
Holds shape under repeated impact cycles
The bronze construction resists sparking and deformation during sustained impact-gun work on flange bolts and heavy equipment. Heat builds slowly in the material, so the socket maintains dimensional accuracy longer than thinner-walled alternatives. It is not suited for continuous high-torque production lines where steel sockets dissipate heat more quickly.
Highlights
- Deep socket reaches recessed fasteners
- Nickel aluminium bronze resists sparking in hazardous areas
- Six-point hex profile grips flats to reduce rounding
- Impact rated for high-torque power tools
- Meets ASTM A342 and FM approval standards
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I confirm the 1 9/16 in socket is working as intended after setup?
The socket should engage the fastener fully with its 6-point deep profile and transmit impact force without rounding the corners.
What is included in the box and what must be purchased separately?
The box contains the single 1/2 in drive impact socket made of nickel aluminum bronze; a compatible 1/2 in impact wrench or breaker bar is sold separately.
Which version or capacity should I choose for my application?
Select this socket when you need a 1 9/16 in SAE size, 6-point deep impact socket built to ASTM A342 and FM Approved standards.
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