Westward
Westward 1YXL1 Nut Driver 5/16 in Hollow Insulated 5 in
5/16 inch hollow insulated nut driver with a 5 inch solid round shank for electrical safety
- TypeNut Drivers
- Insulated hollow shank provides electrical protection for live circuits
- 5/16 inch tip fits SAE fasteners securely
- 5 inch shaft reaches deep or recessed bolts
- Ergonomic molded handle reduces hand fatigue during extended use
- California Proposition 65 warning indicates chemical safety awareness
5/16 in insulated nut driver
The Westward 1YXL1 is a 5/16 in hollow insulated nut driver built for electrical and general fastening work. Its solid round shank extends five inches and provides one inch of bolt clearance. The moulded ergonomic handle improves grip during extended use. The tool is sold new and carries California Proposition 65 warnings for cancer and reproductive harm.
Replaces non-insulated or shorter drivers
This driver upgrades from standard non-insulated nut drivers when working near live circuits up to the rated insulation level. The hollow shank allows access to longer bolt threads that a solid shank cannot reach. The jump is worth it when the application demands both electrical insulation and deep bolt clearance in a single tool.
Handles 5/16 in fasteners with deep thread access
The 5/16 in tip fits SAE fasteners of that size while the hollow shank accommodates extended bolt threads. One inch of bolt clearance gives headroom for nuts on longer studs. The tool runs out when the fastener size differs from 5/16 in or when the required reach exceeds the five inch shank length.
Highlights
- Insulated hollow shank provides electrical protection for live circuits
- 5/16 inch tip fits SAE fasteners securely
- 5 inch shaft reaches deep or recessed bolts
- Ergonomic molded handle reduces hand fatigue during extended use
- California Proposition 65 warning indicates chemical safety awareness
Specifications
| Brand | Westward |
|---|---|
| Model | 1YXL1 |
| Type | Nut Drivers |
Questions about this item
What bolt clearance does the 5/16 inch hollow nut driver provide?
The hollow shank allows a 1 inch bolt clearance so longer threads pass through the tool.
How do you correctly seat the driver on a fastener to avoid rounding the corners?
Press the 5/16 inch opening fully onto the nut before turning; partial engagement strips the flats.
When should the insulated handle be replaced?
Replace the tool if the insulation shows cracks, cuts or wear that exposes the shank.
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