

1/4-Inch Drive 6-Point Long Hand Socket, 7mm
Precision 7mm long hand socket with 1/4-inch square drive, ideal for automotive and mechanical fastening applications.
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1/4-Inch Drive 6-Point Long Hand Socket, 7mm
Brief Overview
This 7mm 1/4-inch drive long hand socket delivers the precision and durability your shop requires for consistent fastening operations. The extended length provides superior access to recessed hex fasteners, while the six-point design minimizes cam-out and protects fastener corners—critical for avoiding stripped or rounded heads on critical assemblies. Whether you're stocking individual socket sizes or building a complete precision socket set for 1/4-inch drive systems, this socket integrates seamlessly into any professional toolbox.
Key Features
- 6-Point Hex Design: Ensures positive engagement with hex fasteners, reducing rounding damage and improving grip security
- Extended Length: 50mm overall length provides superior reach into recessed or tight-access fastening points
- 1/4-Inch Square Drive: Compatible with standard 1/4-inch drive ratchets, extensions, and power tools
- Chrome-Plated Finish: Matte chrome plating resists corrosion and provides reliable durability across repeated use cycles
- Knurled Grip Band: Center knurling improves hand grip and reduces slippage during manual operation
- Chamfered Front Edge: Beveled hex opening facilitates easier fastener engagement and reduces edge damage
Business Advantages for Resellers
- High-Velocity Size: The 7mm socket is one of the most frequently requested sizes in automotive and mechanical work—strong demand ensures reliable turnover
- Bulk Order Economics: These sockets have minimal carrying cost and excellent shelf stability, supporting healthy margins on volume orders
- Professional Standard: Long hand sockets command premium pricing in retail channels due to their specialized access capabilities
- Complementary Positioning: Ideal for upselling alongside ratchets, extensions, and larger socket sets to complete customer toolkits
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Drive Size | 1/4 inch square drive |
| Socket Size | 7mm |
| Point Configuration | 6-point |
| Overall Length | 50mm |
| Socket Outer Diameter (D1) | 10.5mm |
| Socket Outer Diameter (D2) | 11.9mm |
| Wall Thickness | 5mm |
| Finish | Chrome-plated matte |
| Application | Hand tool operation; compatible with 1/4-inch drive pneumatic or manual ratchets |
End-User Value
Mechanics and technicians rely on long hand sockets when standard sockets cannot reach recessed or deep-set hex fasteners. The 6-point geometry protects fastener integrity—critical when working with high-value assemblies or precision components where stripped fasteners create costly rework. This 7mm size covers a broad range of M7 and similar metric fastening applications.
Stock this size as a foundation piece in your 1/4-inch drive socket offering. High demand, reliable margins, and excellent shelf longevity make it a must-carry for professional tool distributors.