Skip to main content
Angled view of a 6-point 36mm hand socket showing the open hex interior and polished outer rim.Side and drive-end view of a 1/2" drive 6-point socket with knurled band and square drive recess.Top-down image of a 36mm 6-point socket showing the internal hex profile and the square drive detent.

Hand Socket 1/2-Inch Drive 6-Point 36mm

Professional 36mm 6-point hand socket with 1/2-inch square drive for heavy fastener work and industrial assembly.

Request Quote

Description

Hand Socket 1/2-Inch Drive 6-Point 36mm

Brief Overview

This 36mm 6-point hand socket delivers the precision and durability required for professional automotive and industrial fastener applications. The 1/2-inch square drive pairs seamlessly with standard ratchets and torque wrenches, making it a critical addition to any equipped shop. Whether handling large bolt applications or heavy assembly work, this socket maintains consistent grip and alignment. Stock this alongside smaller 6-point sockets to cover your full fastener range and maximize customer satisfaction on diverse job requirements.

Key Features

  • 6-Point Internal Profile: Reduces cam-out and fastener rounding, ensuring positive engagement on hexagonal fasteners
  • Chrome Satin Finish: Corrosion-resistant coating extends service life in mixed work environments
  • Knurled Grip Band: Mid-body texture provides fingertip control during manual fastener manipulation
  • Spring-Loaded Detent Ball: Secures the socket to the drive to prevent accidental separation during use
  • Chamfered Entry: Guides fasteners smoothly into engagement, reducing installation effort and damage risk
  • Compact 38mm Length: Fits tight working spaces while maintaining structural rigidity for larger fasteners

Business Advantages for Resellers

  • High-Margin Item: Hand sockets command solid markup potential with consistent demand from repair shops, fleet maintenance, and industrial assembly operations
  • Essential Stocking SKU: The 36mm size is a high-frequency fastener in truck, heavy equipment, and industrial machinery work—expect regular reorders
  • Bulk Order Economics: Volume pricing on this size makes it ideal for outfitting multiple technician workstations or reselling as part of socket sets
  • Durability Confidence: Chrome finish and precision machining minimize returns and warranty claims, protecting your reputation
  • Cross-Sell Opportunity: Pair with smaller metric sockets like 30mm or 32mm to increase transaction value and customer loyalty

Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Socket Size 36 mm
Drive Type 1/2-Inch Square Drive (D2)
Point Configuration 6-Point (Hex)
Overall Length (L) 44 mm
Drive Recess Diameter (D1) 42 mm
Socket Body Diameter (D2) 36 mm
Wall Thickness (T) 22 mm
Finish Chrome, Satin
Detent System Spring-Loaded Ball Retainer
SKU 524636

Application Context

This socket is engineered for fasteners in the 36mm range, commonly found in:

  • Truck and heavy-vehicle suspension work
  • Industrial machinery assembly and maintenance
  • Fleet vehicle servicing
  • Large equipment bearing and cap screw removal/installation
  • Agricultural equipment fastening

The 1/2-inch drive accommodates professional-grade ratchets and torque wrenches rated for this drive size, making it suitable for both hand-torque work and precision torque verification applications.

Why Professionals Choose This Socket

The 6-point design prevents the rounded fastener damage that weakens customer relationships. The detent ball keeps it on the ratchet during dynamic work, reducing job delays and frustration. The compact length proves invaluable in confined spaces around larger equipment frames. Chrome finish resists the corrosive shop environment, ensuring long tool life and repeat sales confidence.

Stock this 36mm socket in volume to meet the consistent demand from professional repair operations and position yourself as a trusted source for heavy-duty fastener solutions.