3/8-Inch Drive E-Type Short Hand Socket

Brief Overview

This is a precision hand socket system designed for 3/8-inch drive ratchets, featuring E-type (Torx-profile) internal drive geometry. The range spans 11 sizes from E4 through E18, giving you comprehensive coverage for electronics assembly, precision fastening, and automotive work. The short, rigid design minimizes flex during torque application, making these tools ideal for operators who demand accuracy and repeatability. If you're stocking basic hand sockets, these E-type variants extend your offering into specialized fastening applications—pair them with standard short hand socket sets to create a complete drive system for your customers.

Key Features

• E-Type Star Profile Drive: Secure engagement with no cam-out; prevents fastener damage and operator frustration.
• 3/8-Inch Square Drive: Direct compatibility with all standard 3/8-inch ratchets and drive tools.
• Detent Ball Retention: Internal ball bearing holds socket firmly on the ratchet drive—reduces drop loss and improves workflow efficiency.
• Chrome-Vanadium Construction: Forged steel with hardened surfaces resists impact wear and maintains dimensional accuracy across repeated use cycles.
• Knurled Grip Band: Textured band around the socket body improves grip control during hand operation, reducing slip hazards.
• Satin Chrome Finish: Professional appearance; corrosion-resistant coating for shop and field environments.
• Short Socket Design: Compact proportions allow access to recessed or tight-clearance fasteners without socket twist.

Why Resellers Choose This Range

Turnover Driver: E-type fasteners are growing in automotive (OBD sensors, brake components) and industrial electronics. Distributors who stock E-type hand tools unlock margin on jobs that competitors can't complete.

Bulk Order Economics: All 11 sizes share identical geometry (same drive recess, consistent quality), making production and logistics efficient. Order full sets (E4–E18) for better unit cost and streamlined inventory.

Customer Retention: Once a shop discovers E-type capability, they return for replacement sets and complementary tools. These are not throwaway items—they're durable tools with repeat revenue potential.

No Redundancy: E-type drives are specialized enough that shops don't over-stock; they buy when needed, creating consistent reorder demand.

Technical Specifications

Size	SKU	Socket Bore (mm)	Socket OD (mm)	Drive Thickness (mm)	Overall Length (mm)
E4	33604	6.9	17	5	63
E5	33605	8.0	17	5	63
E6	33606	9.2	17	6	63
E7	33607	10.6	17	7	63
E8	33608	11.8	17	7	63
E10	33610	12.0	17	8	63
E11	33611	13.0	17	8	63
E12	33612	14.5	17	8	63
E14	33614	18.0	17	10	63
E16	33616	20.0	17	10	63
E18	33618	22.0	19	12	63

Material & Durability

Forged from chrome-vanadium steel and hardened to resist wear and impact. The satin chrome electroplate provides rust protection suitable for wet shop environments and occasional outdoor use. Socket walls are precisely machined to eliminate slop at the ratchet interface—essential for applications where fastener control is critical.

Application Context

Primary Markets:

• Automotive electronics assembly and sensor replacement
• Precision machinery fastening
• Brake system work (OEM and aftermarket)
• Industrial control panel assembly

Why Short Over Long: The rigid short design excels in confined spaces and prevents user fatigue during high-precision work. Recommended for bench work and controlled environments where socket length is not a limiting factor.

Call to Action

Order full range sets (all 11 sizes) to establish a complete E-type capability in your catalog. Bulk pricing improves with volume; contact sales for tiered pricing on orders of 50+ complete sets. These tools position your shop as equipped for modern fastening standards.

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For complementary 3/8-inch drive tooling, explore additional E-type socket options to build complete system offerings for your customers.