3/8-Inch Drive 6-Point Long Hand Socket, 8-24mm

Overview

This 3/8-inch drive long hand socket delivers the extended reach and precision your technicians need for fastening work in confined or recessed areas. The 6-point design ensures positive engagement with fastener heads, minimizing cam-out risk and fastener damage—critical for professional shops handling high-volume assembly work. With a satin chrome finish and strategically placed knurled grip band, these sockets balance durability with user control. The complete 8-24mm range covers virtually all metric fastener sizes your team encounters, making this an essential addition to any professional toolkit. If you're equipping multiple workstations, consider pairing these with compatible short-reach socket variants to maximize coverage across all job types.

Key Features

• 6-Point Design: Secure grip on hex fasteners; reduces rounding and cam-out compared to 12-point sockets
• Long Reach Profile: Extended 63mm length provides access to deeply recessed fasteners without extensions
• Knurled Grip Band: Tactile non-slip surface for confident hand control in assembly and maintenance tasks
• Satin Chrome Finish: Durable corrosion-resistant coating; professional appearance maintained through repeated use
• 3/8-Inch Square Drive: Standard interface compatible with ratchets, torque wrenches, and pneumatic tools
• Metric Range (8-24mm): 14 individual sizes cover the vast majority of automotive and industrial fastening applications

Why Resellers Choose This Product

High Turn-Over Potential: Individual socket sales drive margin—customers frequently purchase single sizes as they need them, rather than complete sets. The 14-size range means multiple transaction opportunities per distributor account.

Professional Credibility: Technicians and shops expect 6-point sockets for precision work. Stocking this range positions your business as a serious supplier, not a discount bin retailer.

Bulk Order Incentive: Shops typically order complete sets (all 14 sizes) to outfit multiple bays or replace worn units. Volume pricing on full-range orders improves distributor profitability significantly.

Low Return Rate: The proven 6-point geometry and extended reach design mean fewer customer complaints and warranty issues compared to lower-quality alternatives.

Complementary Sales: Pair these with metric socket sets in shorter profiles to offer complete solutions to your customer base.

Technical Specifications

Size (mm)	D1 (mm)	D2 (mm)	T (mm)	L (mm)	SKU
8	12.7	17	9	63	543608
9	13.5	17	9	63	543609
10	14.5	17	9	63	543610
11	16	17	12	63	543611
12	17	17	12	63	543612
13	18	17	12	63	543613
14	20	18	15	63	543614
15	22	20	15	63	543615
16	22	20	15	63	543616
17	24	22	15	63	543617
18	26	23	18	63	543618
19	26	24	48	63	543619
21	28	26	48	63	543621
22	30	27	21	63	543622
24	32	28	21	63	543624

Notes on Specifications:

• D1: Socket body outer diameter (mm)
• D2: Drive end opening width (mm)
• T: Wall thickness (mm)
• L: Overall length from drive end to socket opening (mm)
• All sockets feature a 3/8-inch (9.5mm) square male drive

Application Context

Automotive Assembly & Maintenance: Long reach required for engine bay work, suspension fasteners, and interior panel hardware.

Precision Industrial Fastening: Electronics assembly, HVAC systems, and machinery where fasteners sit below component surface.

Machine Tool Maintenance: Access to recessed bolts on lathes, mills, and CNC equipment without disturbing surrounding assemblies.

Appliance Repair & Service: Refrigeration units, washing machines, and commercial kitchen equipment where fasteners are deeply set.

Final Note for Distributors

Stock the complete 14-piece range. This is not a "nice to have" accessory—it's a core product that shops and technicians expect to find. Your ability to offer all sizes from 8mm to 24mm in one standard design positions you as a reliable, comprehensive supplier. Bulk pricing on full sets will drive significant order volume from professional buyers.