Wiha Tools
Wiha Tools 31434 Insulated Socket 9/16 in 12-Point 3/8 in Drive
Insulated 9/16 in 12-point alloy-steel socket with 3/8 in drive, meeting ASTM F1505, CSA, EN/IEC 60900, NFPA 70E and VDE standards
- Typesocket
- Insulated for live-line safety per EN/IEC 60900
- 12-point profile engages fastener flats to reduce rounding
- 3/8 in drive fits standard ratchets and extensions
- Alloy steel with chrome finish resists corrosion
- Tested to ASTM F1505, CSA, NFPA 70E and VDE standards
Insulated 9/16 in Socket for Electrical Work
This insulated socket fits a 9/16 in fastener with a 12-point profile and a 3/8 in drive. It is built from alloy steel with a chrome finish for hand-tool use. The piece meets ASTM F1505, CSA, EN/IEC 60900 and NFPA 70E standards for live-line work. It carries a VDE mark and a Proposition 65 warning.
Thermals Noise and Power Draw
Hand tools produce no heat, no noise and draw no power during normal use. The chrome surface resists corrosion in typical workshop conditions. There are no moving parts or electronics to generate thermal load or audible sound. Performance depends entirely on the operator's applied torque.
Deciding Specification
The single specification that decides fit is the 9/16 in SAE socket size combined with the 3/8 in drive. Buyers needing a different SAE or metric size cannot use this socket. The 12-point geometry suits standard fastener heads only. This tool is not impact rated, so it is unsuitable for powered impact drivers.
Highlights
- Insulated for live-line safety per EN/IEC 60900
- 12-point profile engages fastener flats to reduce rounding
- 3/8 in drive fits standard ratchets and extensions
- Alloy steel with chrome finish resists corrosion
- Tested to ASTM F1505, CSA, NFPA 70E and VDE standards
Specifications
| Brand | Wiha Tools |
|---|---|
| Type | socket |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 9/16 in 12-point socket onto a 3/8 in drive ratchet and what step is often missed?
Align the square drive with the ratchet anvil and press until the detent ball locks; the step often missed is verifying the ball seats fully so the socket cannot pull off under load.
What maintenance or replacement will this insulated socket need over time?
Inspect the insulation before each use for cracks, cuts or abrasion; replace the socket immediately if the dielectric layer is damaged because it can no longer meet ASTM F1505, CSA, EN/IEC 60900 or NFPA 70E requirements.
What limit appears first when this socket is used continuously on live circuits up to its rated voltage?
The insulation integrity limit appears first; sustained electrical stress combined with mechanical wear can degrade the dielectric layer before the alloy steel body yields.
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