Ampco
Ampco SS-1/2D1-1/2 1/2 in Drive 1-1/2" SAE Socket 6 Points tool storage
Nonsparking 1/2 in drive SAE socket, 6-point aluminium bronze, FM approved to ASTM A342
- FM Approved safety rating for hazardous environments
- Aluminium bronze construction prevents spark generation
- ASTM A342 compliant material quality assurance
- 6-point SAE socket design for secure fastener grip
- 1/2 inch drive compatibility with standard ratchets
Nonsparking SAE socket for hazardous areas
This 1/2 inch drive socket fits 1-1/2 inch SAE fasteners and is made from aluminium bronze. The nonsparking material meets FM Approved and ASTM A342 standards for use in environments where sparks could ignite flammable gases or dust. It has a 6-point opening for secure grip on standard hex heads. The unfinished surface is typical for safety tooling.
Hand-operated only with standard 1/2 inch drive
The socket is rated for hand use and is not impact rated, so it must be turned with a breaker bar or ratchet rather than a powered impact wrench. It fits directly onto any 1/2 inch square drive, requiring no adapter. The standard length keeps the profile low for access in tight engine bays or machinery guards.
No moving parts or power draw in normal use
Because it is a solid metal hand tool, the socket generates no heat, noise or electrical load during operation. The aluminium bronze construction resists corrosion and remains cool to the touch. There are no maintenance requirements beyond visual inspection for wear or damage before each use.
Highlights
- FM Approved safety rating for hazardous environments
- Aluminium bronze construction prevents spark generation
- ASTM A342 compliant material quality assurance
- 6-point SAE socket design for secure fastener grip
- 1/2 inch drive compatibility with standard ratchets
Specifications
| Brand | AMPCO SAFETY TOOLS |
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Questions about this item
Does the FM Approved and ASTM A342 rating limit the torque I can apply with a 1/2 in drive ratchet?
The socket meets FM Approved and ASTM A342 standards for non-sparking hand tools; apply torque within normal hand-force limits for a 1/2 in drive.
Will the aluminum-bronze body get hot or deform during repeated tightening cycles?
Aluminum bronze dissipates heat quickly and resists deformation under normal hand-tightening use; no impact rating means it is not for powered drivers.
What drive-size ratchet or breaker bar must I already own to use this socket?
You need a 1/2 in square-drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench to engage the socket's drive end.
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