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9/16 inch insulated socket with chrome finish 12 point SAE 1/2 drive

Wiha Tools

Wiha Tools 9/16" Insulated Socket 1/2" Drive 12-Point SAE

SKU CH-HR5D-R09G2

An insulated 12-point SAE socket with a 1/2-inch drive for protected electrical work

  • Product typeSockets
  • Insulated for safer work on live circuits
  • 12-point profile grips 9/16" SAE fasteners securely
  • 1/2" square drive fits standard ratchets
  • Chrome vanadium steel resists wear and corrosion
  • California Proposition 65 warning applies

9/16" Insulated Socket

This Wiha Tools socket features a 9/16 inch SAE size with a 12-point internal drive and a 1/2 inch square drive. It is designed for professional hand tool applications requiring insulated protection. The chrome vanadium construction provides durability with a chrome finish.

Verify Drive and Clearance

Confirm your ratchet or breaker bar accepts a 1/2 inch square drive before ordering. Ensure the 12-point socket profile matches the fastener head you intend to turn. Check that the insulated outer diameter clears any recessed fasteners or tight spaces in your specific application.

Integrates with 1/2" Drive Sets

This socket joins a standard 1/2 inch drive socket set for automotive or industrial maintenance tasks. The insulated design allows work near live electrical components up to the rated voltage. It frees up the need for separate insulated adapters when paired with an insulated ratchet.

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Price $23.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWiha Tools
Product typeSockets

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the 9/16" insulated socket?

The box contains the single 9/16" insulated socket with a 1/2" drive and 12-point SAE profile. No ratchet, extension or additional sockets are included.

Which version should I choose for a 9/16" fastener?

Select this socket when the fastener is exactly 9/16" and you require an insulated design with a 1/2" drive and 12-point SAE geometry.

What does the 12-point SAE figure mean when I use the socket?

The 12-point SAE configuration gives multiple engagement angles on a 9/16" fastener, allowing easier positioning in tight spaces while the insulated body protects during electrical work.

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