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1/2-Inch Drive Driveshaft Socket, 36mm, 12-Point, CR-MO Steel

Heavy-duty 36mm driveshaft socket for 1/2-inch drive tools. Impact-rated CR-MO steel construction for reliable transmission and axle work.

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Description

1/2-Inch Drive Driveshaft Socket, 36mm, 12-Point, CR-MO Steel

Brief Overview

This 36mm driveshaft socket is engineered for high-torque applications in transmission and rear axle service work. Built from CR-MO steel with an impact-rated finish, it delivers the durability needed for heavy-duty automotive and truck maintenance. The deep design accommodates extended fasteners and provides secure engagement on multi-point patterns. Pair this with impact-rated spline sockets or axle nut removal tools to round out your driveshaft service kit.

Key Features

  • 36mm 12-Point Profile – Fits driveshaft lock nuts and transmission fasteners with secure, multi-point contact
  • 1/2-Inch Square Drive – Compatible with standard 1/2" ratchets, breaker bars, and impact wrenches
  • Deep Socket Design – Extended reach for recessed fasteners and tight mounting spaces
  • CR-MO Steel Construction – Chromium-molybdenum alloy resists deformation under extreme torque loads
  • Impact-Rated Finish – Dark protective coating designed for power tool and impact wrench use
  • Detent Pin Groove – Retaining groove on drive end secures socket to ratchet or extension

Why This Socket Matters for Your Business

Transmission and Axle Work Demand: Driveshaft fasteners require sockets that won't cam-out or slip under high breakaway torque. The 12-point profile grips securely, reducing damaged fasteners and warranty callbacks.

Mechanic Confidence: Your techs need tools they can trust on critical drivetrain assemblies. CR-MO steel eliminates the guesswork—it handles the job without risk of socket fracture or deformation.

Professional Shop Essential: This socket fills a specific, high-demand gap in transmission service. Shops that service trucks, commercial vehicles, or performance builds depend on purpose-built driveshaft sockets.

Bulk Order Value: Offer this as part of a transmission service kit. Bundle with complementary spline sockets and drive axle tools to increase ticket value and reduce customer downtime.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Drive Size 1/2-Inch Square Drive
Socket Size 36mm
Point Type 12-Point
Material Chromium-Molybdenum Steel (CR-MO)
Finish Impact-Rated Black
Design Type Deep Socket / Driveshaft Socket
Retaining Feature Detent Pin Groove
Application Transmission fasteners, driveshaft lock nuts, rear axle assembly

Reseller Positioning

This is a specialized fastener tool—not a general-purpose socket. Position it to shops that perform transmission work, truck service, or rear-end assembly. The 36mm size is less common in basic tool sets, which makes it a high-margin add-on sale when customers bring in driveline work.

Stock it alongside multi-point impact sockets to create a complete drivetrain solution that attracts serious professional buyers.

Ready to add driveshaft service capacity to your inventory? This socket delivers reliability where it matters most.