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Apex 1/4-inch drive power adapter, alloy steel, natural finish, four inches long

Apex

Apex EX-250-4 1/4" Drive Power Drive Adapter

SKU CH-4F1T-N59PH

A 1/4" drive power adapter with hex and square drives, four and six pin lock points, and alloy steel construction for use with drills and screwdrivers

  • Product colorTransparent
  • 1/4" square drive fits standard SAE sockets
  • 4 pin lock points secure socket to adapter
  • 4 and 6 pin options increase torque transfer
  • Alloy steel construction handles high-torque applications
  • 4-inch length provides reach in tight spaces

Drive Compatibility

The Apex EX-250-4 is a 1/4 inch drive power adapter built for use with power drills and screwdrivers that accept SAE fasteners. It suits technicians and DIY users who need to drive sockets with a rotary tool instead of a hand ratchet. The alloy steel construction and natural finish provide durability for repeated fastening tasks.

Shank And Socket Fit

Before ordering, verify that your drill or driver chuck accepts a 1/4 inch hex shank and that your sockets have a matching 1/4 inch square drive. The adapter uses a four pin lock mechanism, so confirm your sockets have corresponding detents for secure retention. Ensure the fastener heads you intend to drive are compatible with SAE sizing.

Build Integration

The adapter converts a drill into a powered socket driver, freeing the user from manual ratcheting in tight or repetitive jobs. Its four inch length keeps the socket close to the chuck for better control. The four and six pin lock points increase torque transfer to the fastener head, reducing cam-out and rounding during high speed driving.

How it compares

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Price $7.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 418 comparable items (median $20.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAPEX TOOL GROUP
Product colorTransparent

Questions about this item

Does the Apex EX-250-4 power drive adapter include any sockets or bits in the box, or must they be purchased separately?

The adapter is sold as a single piece. Sockets and driver bits are not included and must be bought separately to match the fastener sizes you are working with.

The listing mentions both 4 and 6 pin lock points — which version should I choose for my drill?

This single adapter already incorporates both 4 and 6 pin lock points, so no version choice is needed; it works with drills and screwdrivers that accept SAE fasteners.

What does the 4-inch length mean when the adapter is mounted in a cordless drill?

At 4 inches long, the adapter extends the drive by that distance from the chuck, giving extra reach into recessed fasteners while still fitting in tight spaces.

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