Wheeler-Rex 980 15/16" SAE socket plier

Professional Socket for Heavy-Duty Fasteners

The Wheeler-Rex 980 is a 1/2 inch drive SAE socket sized at 15/16 inch for large bolt work. Its six-point alloy steel construction grips fastener flats securely to reduce rounding. Zinc plating protects the surface against corrosion in workshop environments. The extra deep profile reaches recessed bolts that standard sockets cannot engage.

Deep Well Design for Recessed Access

The five inch bolt clearance lets the socket slide over long studs or threaded rod without obstruction. A 1/2 inch square drive fits common breaker bars and ratchets used in automotive and industrial maintenance. Zinc plating resists rust when tools are stored in damp conditions. The six-point geometry distributes torque evenly across the fastener head.

Upgrade from Shallow or Worn Sockets

Mechanics replacing rounded or shallow sockets gain full engagement on deep-set 15/16 inch hardware. The alloy steel body withstands high hand torque without cracking. Impact rated use is not supported, so air or electric impact guns should be avoided. Buyers needing metric sizes or smaller SAE dimensions must look elsewhere.