Meet the DeWalt 1-7/16 in. SAE 12-point Socket with a 3/4 in. drive—built for serious hand-tool work where precision and durability matter. Crafted from Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel and finished with a chrome-plated coating, this socket is designed to stand up to everyday automotive, equipment, and home garage use without rounding or slipping under load.
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Material: Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel for toughness and wear resistance.
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Finish: Chrome-plated surface delivers corrosion resistance and a smooth, easy-to-clean profile.
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Socket Size: 1-7/16 in. SAE—designed for standard SAE fasteners you encounter in cars, lawn equipment, and machinery.
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Drive Size: 3/4 in. drive to handle larger fasteners with confidence.
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Number of Points: 12-point design for quick alignment and versatile engagement in tight spaces.
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Packaging: Carded presentation, ideal for retail display and easy organization in your tool drawer.
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Impact Rated: Not designed for impact tools—best paired with hand ratchets or standard drivers for controlled torque.
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Quantity: Sold as a single socket, ready to slot into your existing DeWalt toolkit.
Where this socket excels
When you’re rebuilding a vehicle, servicing a mower, or tackling big fasteners in a cramped engine bay, this 1-7/16 in. SAE 12-point socket shines. The 12-point geometry provides forgiving engagement, helping you seat the socket quickly even if the ratchet isn’t perfectly aligned. It’s especially helpful for large SAE bolts where space is limited and precision seating matters to avoid rounding corners.
Ideal users and practical scenarios
- Automotive technicians and DIY enthusiasts working on older models with SAE fasteners.
- Home mechanics maintaining outdoor equipment, lawn tractors, and farm machinery.
- Professionals who rely on stable, durable hand tools for high-torque tasks in limited clearance.
Why choose this DeWalt socket over alternatives? It pairs trusted DeWalt quality with a robust chrome-vanadium core and a finishing treatment that resists rust, giving you reliable performance project after project. The 3/4 in. drive transfers substantial torque to the fastener, while the 1-7/16 in. size covers a common—but not universal—range of SAE bolts, making it a targeted choice for specific jobs rather than a generalist tool.
Tip: pair this socket with a compatible 3/4 in. drive ratchet or breaker bar, and keep it dry and clean to preserve the chrome finish. With its carded packaging, it’s easy to store in a labeled drawer or tool cabinet section, ensuring you can grab the exact socket you need in a pinch.
