Capri Tools
Capri Tools 5-5063 1/2 in Drive 1-1/8 in 6-Point SAE Shallow Impact Socket tool storage
A 1/2-inch drive shallow impact socket with a 6-point WaveDrive design for high-torque power tools
- Premium Chrome Molybdenum steel withstands high torque from power tools
- Manganese phosphate coating provides superior corrosion resistance over black oxide
- 6-point WaveDrive design prevents fastener rounding and increases leverage
- Shallow 1/2 in drive socket fits 1-1/8 in SAE fasteners
- California Proposition 65 warnings apply for cancer and reproductive harm
1/2 in Drive Impact Socket
This 1/2 in drive shallow impact socket fits 1-1/8 in SAE fasteners. It is built for professional mechanics and serious DIY users who need reliable performance with high-torque power tools. The 6-point WaveDrive design grips flats securely to reduce rounding. A single socket adds a specific size to an existing set without duplicating common sizes.
Manganese Phosphate Coating
The socket uses premium Chrome Molybdenum steel with proprietary heat treatment for strength under impact loads. Manganese phosphate coating provides superior corrosion resistance compared to standard black oxide finishes. This military and aerospace preferred coating withstands harsh shop environments and extends service life. No moving parts mean silent operation and zero power draw.
Shallow Single Socket Format
Shallow length allows access in tight clearances where deep sockets cannot reach. The 1/2 in square drive is compatible with standard impact wrenches and ratchets. As an individual piece it supplements a set rather than replacing a full range of sizes. California Proposition 65 warnings apply for chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Highlights
- Premium Chrome Molybdenum steel withstands high torque from power tools
- Manganese phosphate coating provides superior corrosion resistance over black oxide
- 6-point WaveDrive design prevents fastener rounding and increases leverage
- Shallow 1/2 in drive socket fits 1-1/8 in SAE fasteners
- California Proposition 65 warnings apply for cancer and reproductive harm
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I install the 1/2 in drive 1-1/8 in 6-point SAE shallow impact socket onto my impact wrench?
Align the socket's 1/2 in square drive with the wrench anvil and press firmly until the detent ball clicks into the retention groove; the step often missed is verifying the ball is fully seated before applying torque.
What maintenance or replacement will the manganese phosphate coating on this impact socket need over time?
The manganese phosphate coating resists corrosion better than black oxide; wipe sockets clean after each use and apply a light oil film — replace the socket if the coating wears through or the 6-point WaveDrive profile shows rounding.
What is the first limit that appears when this 1-1/8 in shallow impact socket is used under sustained high torque?
The shallow single-length design limits access to recessed fasteners, so the socket bottoms out on long studs before the drive or coating reaches its torque capacity.
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