3/8-Inch Drive 6-Point Short Hand Socket

Brief Overview

These 3/8-inch drive short hand sockets deliver the precision and durability your shop needs for everyday fastening work. Built with a 6-point design that grips fasteners securely and reduces cam-out damage, they're an essential addition to any professional toolkit. The short length makes them ideal for confined spaces and quick-access applications. Available across a comprehensive 8-24mm size range, you can stock individual sizes or build complete sets to meet customer demand. Pair these with complementary shallow sockets for maximum socket coverage across your inventory.

Key Features

• 6-Point Internal Profile: Distributes load across six contact points, minimizing fastener rounding and extending tool lifespan
• Short Length Design: Compact form factor reduces overall reach, ideal for applications with space constraints
• Knurled Grip Band: Mid-barrel knurling provides secure finger grip and prevents slipping during use
• Satin Chrome Finish: Professional appearance with corrosion resistance suitable for workshop and field environments
• Chamfered Socket Entry: Guided fastener insertion reduces misalignment and improves seating
• Precision Machined Construction: Tight tolerances ensure consistent performance across the size range

Business Advantages for Resellers

• High Inventory Turnover: Short hand sockets are consumable stock items in every professional shop—vehicles, equipment maintenance, assembly work
• Bulk Order Efficiency: 17 individual sizes (8-24mm) allow customers to purchase complete sets or build custom kits
• Margin-Friendly Pricing: Lower per-unit cost on bulk orders makes these ideal for establishing long-term distributor relationships
• Reliable Demand: Hand sockets see constant replacement in busy shops—predictable reorder cycles support steady cash flow
• Cross-Sell Potential: Customers purchasing one size range will expand to deeper sets and complementary drive sizes

Technical Specifications

Size (mm)	D1 (mm)	D2 (mm)	T (mm)	L (mm)	Model ID
8	12.7	17	8	28	523608
9	13.5	17	8	28	523609
10	14.5	17	8	28	523610
11	16	17	8	28	523611
13	18	17	8	28	523613
14	20	18	12	28	523614
15	22	20	12	28	523615
16	22	20	12	28	523616
17	24	22	12	30	523617
18	26	23	12	30	523618
19	26	24	14	30	523619
20	28	25	14	30	523620
21	28	26	14	30	523621
22	30	26	14	30	523622
23	31.6	27	14	30	523623
24	32	28	16	30	523624

Drive Size: 3/8 inch square drive
Socket Type: 6-point, short length
Finish: Satin chrome
Material: Precision-machined steel with corrosion-resistant coating

Why Choose These Sockets?

The 6-point design is the professional standard for fastener work. Unlike 12-point sockets that can slip on worn or rounded fasteners, the 6-point geometry provides superior grip and control. The short length reduces overall tool weight and makes these sockets perfect for confined spaces—engine compartments, tight machinery, and close-quarter assembly. The knurled grip band prevents hand slip during high-torque applications, and the satin chrome finish resists rust and corrosion in humid or outdoor shop environments.

Reseller Call to Value

Stock this size range as a foundational offering to your customer base. Whether your clients are automotive technicians, equipment maintenance crews, or assembly line operations, short hand sockets see constant use and regular replacement. Position these as part of a socket system sale—pair them with related drive size options to maximize transaction value and customer retention. Bulk pricing on complete sets supports healthy margins while building customer loyalty.