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Polished alloy steel deep socket 3/8 inch drive 3/4 inch size six point

Westward

Westward 53YT44 3/8" Drive SAE Deep Socket 3/4" 6-Point

SKU CH-AX09-MNKYA

A 3/8" drive deep socket with a 6-point hex opening for SAE fasteners, made from alloy steel to ASME B107.110-2012

  • Product typeSocket
  • Alloy steel construction resists wear
  • Deep socket reaches recessed fasteners
  • 6-point hex grip reduces rounding
  • 3/8" drive fits common ratchets
  • Meets ASME B107.110-2012 standard

3/8" Drive SAE Deep Socket

The Westward 53YT44 is a 3/4" SAE deep socket designed for 3/8" drive tools. Its 6-point hex profile engages fastener flats to reduce rounding risk. Alloy steel construction and a full polished finish provide corrosion resistance and durability. Mechanics and technicians use it for recessed bolts in automotive and maintenance tasks.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

As a non-powered hand tool, the socket generates no heat, noise or electrical draw during use. The alloy steel body dissipates frictional warmth from fastener contact without thermal buildup. No batteries, motors or cooling systems are involved. Operation remains silent and energy-neutral in normal workshop conditions.

Sustained Load Behavior

Under sustained torque the 6-point geometry distributes force across flat surfaces rather than corners, preserving both fastener and socket integrity. The ASME B107.110-2012 standard governs dimensional accuracy and hardness for repeated heavy-duty cycles. Deep well clearance accommodates long stud threads without bottoming out. California Proposition 65 warnings apply to alloy steel composition.

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Price $3.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWESTWARD
Product typeSocket

Questions about this item

How do I install the 3/8" drive deep socket onto my ratchet, and what step is often missed?

Slide the female square drive onto the ratchet anvil until the detent ball clicks into the socket groove; the step often missed is verifying that the ball is fully seated so the socket cannot detach under torque.

What maintenance or replacement will the alloy steel 6-point deep socket need over time?

Inspect the hex cavity for rounding or cracks after heavy use; clean threads and apply light oil to prevent corrosion, and replace the socket if the 6-point profile shows visible wear that could slip on fasteners.

What limit appears first when the 2-1/2" overall length deep socket is used continuously under high torque?

The alloy steel body can yield before the ASME B107.110-2012 proof-load rating is exceeded, so the practical limit is permanent deformation of the hex cavity or drive walls under sustained heavy loading.

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