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DeWalt 1/4 inch drive shallow socket, 12-point, chrome finish

DeWalt 1/4 in. Shallow Socket 12-point SAE machine shop hardware

SKU CH-5EX3-828F8

A single 1/4 in. drive, 12-point shallow socket in SAE sizing made from Chrome Vanadium steel with MaxChrome finish and WaveDrive design to resist fastener rounding

  • Fit and compatibilityOut-Opening, Narrow Stile, Store Front Doors
  • Certifications and standardsADA Compliant
  • Main materialSteel
  • Sold asBox
  • Number of items1 pack
  • 1/4 in. 12-point shallow socket grips fasteners tightly with WaveDrive design
  • Chrome Vanadium steel with proprietary heat treatment withstands high torque loads
  • MaxChrome plating resists corrosion and extends socket life
  • 12-point configuration provides multiple engagement angles for rounded fasteners
  • New DeWalt machine-shop hardware sold in a single 1-pack box

1/4 in. Drive 12-Point SAE Socket

This DeWalt shallow socket fits a 1/4 in. drive and uses a 12-point WaveDrive design to grip SAE fasteners. It is made from chrome vanadium steel with MaxChrome plating for corrosion resistance. The single socket is sold new in a boxed pack. Mechanics and technicians working on automotive or machinery fasteners will find it suitable for everyday service tasks.

Installation and common issues

The socket slides onto any standard 1/4 in. drive ratchet or extension without adapters. The WaveDrive geometry reduces rounding on worn bolt heads, but excessive torque on seized fasteners can still damage the drive square. Ensure the fastener size matches the socket before applying force to avoid slippage.

12-point WaveDrive profile

The 12-point WaveDrive profile is the specification that determines fit on SAE fasteners and resistance to rounding. Buyers who need a different drive size, a deep-well socket, or a metric socket will not be served by this part.

How it compares

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Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 383 comparable items (median $17.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDeWalt
Model nameHand Rivet Nut Setter Kit
Part numberCP16156
Size & build
Main materialSteel
Compatibility
Fit and compatibilityOut-Opening, Narrow Stile, Store Front Doors
In the box
Number of items1 pack
Environment & compliance
Certifications and standardsADA Compliant

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 12-point WaveDrive socket is engaging fasteners correctly after setup?

The MaxChrome finish should show even contact on all 12 points with no rounding on the fastener corners when torque is applied.

What comes in the box and what must I purchase separately for the 1/4 in. drive shallow socket?

The box contains one 1/4 in. drive, 1/4 in. 12-point shallow socket; ratchets, extensions or additional sizes are sold separately.

Which version should I choose between the 1/4 in. shallow socket and the 3/8 in. master chrome socket sets?

Select the 1/4 in. shallow socket for 3/16 to 9/16 in. fasteners, or the 3/8 in. master set for 1/4 to 7/8 in. coverage.

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