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Chrome-finish insulated socket, 12-point, 1/2 inch drive

Wiha Tools

Wiha Tools 31715 1/2 in Drive 7/8" Hex SAE Socket tool storage

SKU CH-T011-68QS9

Stores a 1/2 in drive 7/8 in 12-point insulated socket meeting ASTM F1505, CSA, EN/IEC 60900 and NFPA 70E standards

  • VDE-insulated socket meets EN/IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505 safety standards
  • 12-point 7/8 in SAE socket fits 1/2 in drive tools
  • Alloy steel construction with chrome finish resists corrosion
  • Impact-rated no design suits hand-tool applications only
  • Complies with CSA and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements

Insulated 7/8" SAE Socket

This 1/2 inch drive socket meets ASTM F1505, CSA, EN/IEC 60900 and NFPA70E standards for insulated hand tools. It is built from alloy steel with a chrome finish and features a 12-point opening for standard SAE fasteners. The tool carries a California Proposition 65 warning for chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm. It is supplied new from Wiha Tools.

For Live Electrical Work Only

Electricians and technicians performing tasks on energised equipment up to the rated insulation class will find this socket suitable. It is not designed for impact drivers or high-torque mechanical applications where an impact-rated socket is required. Buyers needing a socket for general automotive repair without insulation requirements should look at non-insulated alternatives.

VDE-Certified Insulation Rating

The single specification that decides fit is the VDE certification to EN/IEC 60900, confirming the socket is tested for live working at its rated voltage. If your safety protocol demands this specific standard, the socket qualifies; if you only need a standard 7/8 inch chrome socket for unpowered mechanical work, the insulation rating is an unnecessary cost.

Highlights

  • VDE-insulated socket meets EN/IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505 safety standards
  • 12-point 7/8 in SAE socket fits 1/2 in drive tools
  • Alloy steel construction with chrome finish resists corrosion
  • Impact-rated no design suits hand-tool applications only
  • Complies with CSA and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements

Specifications

BrandWIHA

Questions about this item

What drive-size ratchet or breaker bar does the 1/2 in drive socket fit?

It fits any standard 1/2 in square-drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench.

Can the 12-point 7/8 in socket engage older 6-point fasteners without rounding?

Yes, the 12-point geometry contacts the flats of 6-point heads, reducing rounding risk on worn hardware.

How do I verify the socket meets the ASTM F1505 and IEC 60900 insulation standards after purchase?

Check for the VDE and CSA marks moulded on the socket body; they confirm compliance with those standards.

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