Ampco DWI-1/2D1-9/16 Impact Socket 1 9/16 in Tool Storage

Non-sparking deep impact socket

The Ampco DWI-1/2D1-9/16 is a 1 9/16 inch six-point deep impact socket made from nickel aluminium bronze for non-sparking applications. It fits a 1/2 inch drive and meets ASTM A342 with FM approval. Mechanics working in hazardous environments use it where ferrous tools are prohibited.

Direct fit on standard 1/2 inch drive

Installation is a simple push onto any 1/2 inch square drive; the unfinished bronze surface grips the anvil without additional adapters. The deep well clears long studs, but the softer alloy rounds faster than steel if used on overtightened or corroded fasteners. Users should avoid hammer strikes and ensure the socket fully seats before applying torque.

Holds shape under repeated impact cycles

The bronze construction resists sparking and deformation during sustained impact-gun work on flange bolts and heavy equipment. Heat builds slowly in the material, so the socket maintains dimensional accuracy longer than thinner-walled alternatives. It is not suited for continuous high-torque production lines where steel sockets dissipate heat more quickly.