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Westward 54TL56 1/8 inch SAE hex socket bit, alloy steel, polished chrome finish

Westward

Westward 54TL56 1/8" SAE Hex Socket Bit

SKU CH-XPQR-G051Y

SAE hex socket bit with 1/8-inch tip for 3/8-inch drive, alloy steel construction meeting ASME B18.3-2012 standard

  • Product typeSocket
  • Alloy-steel construction resists wear
  • 1/8 in. hex tip fits SAE fasteners
  • 3/8 in. drive suits standard ratchets
  • 1-3/4 in. overall length reaches tight spots
  • ASME B18.3-2012 standard ensures quality

SAE 1/8" Hex Socket Bit

This 3/8-inch drive socket bit fits SAE 1/8-inch hex fasteners and is built from alloy steel with a full polished chrome finish. It meets ASME B18.3-2012 standards for hand-tool dimensions and performance. The six-point hex profile engages the flats of the fastener to reduce rounding. Suited for mechanics and technicians working on inch-based hardware.

Drive size and reach limits

The 3/8-inch square drive fits common ratchets and torque wrenches of that size, while the 1-3/4-inch overall length and 3/4-inch insert length set the maximum reach into recesses. Standard socket depth restricts use to fasteners with enough exposed shank. The chrome finish resists corrosion but can chip under heavy impact.

Check drive and clearance

Verify that your ratchet or torque wrench has a 3/8-inch square drive before ordering. Confirm the fastener is an SAE 1/8-inch hex and that the 1-3/4-inch overall length clears surrounding components. Ensure the workpiece allows a standard-depth socket to seat fully on the hex. California Proposition 65 warning applies.

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Price $3.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWESTWARD
Product typeSocket

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 1/8" hex tip or a larger size for my 3/8" drive ratchet?

The 1/8" hex tip matches SAE fasteners of that exact size; choose a larger tip only if the bolt head requires it.

What does the 1-3/4" overall length mean when the bit is seated in a ratchet?

It measures from the drive end to the tip, giving a short reach suited to tight engine bays or machinery.

How does the ASME B18.3-2012 standard affect the 6-point hex profile?

The standard defines the hex geometry and tolerances so the 6-point socket grips the fastener flats without rounding.

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