DeWalt 7/8 in. SAE 6-Point Socket, 3/8 in Drive crafted for precise, dependable hand-tool performance. This large-square drive socket pairs with standard 3/8 in ratchets and wrenches to tackle big fasteners with confidence.
Built from Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel and finished in polished chrome, it’s designed to withstand demanding hand-use without bending or rounding. The 6-point design delivers superior engagement on hex fasteners, reducing the risk of nut rounding and offering greater torque transfer in tight spaces.
Key details you’ll notice on day-to-day work include:
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Socket size: 7/8 in
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Drive size: 3/8 in
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Points: 6
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Length: 1-5/32 in
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Nut end outside diameter: 1-3/16 in
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Drive end outside diameter: 1-3/16 in
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Nut depth: 1/2 in
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Bolt clearance depth: 3/4 in
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Packaging: Carded
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Impact rated: No
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Number in package: 1
Why this 7/8 in socket stands out
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Precision engagement with a 6-point profile maximizes grip on hex corners, making it ideal for high-torque tasks where slipping can cause damage.
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Durable construction from chrome vanadium alloy steel stands up to repeated use in automotive and workshop environments.
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Non-impact design means it’s optimized for hand tools—ratchets, breakers bars, and torque wrenches—providing reliable performance without the weight of impact-rated gear.
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Versatile reach at a compact length of 1-5/32 in pairs well with tight engine bays, dense chassis areas, and crowded toolboxes.
Ideal for
- Automotive maintenance and repair, including large fasteners on engines, suspensions, and wheel hubs
- Machinery service, lawn equipment, and heavy-duty DIY projects where 7/8 in nuts are common
- Home workshops that rely on dependable DeWalt hand tools for consistent torque delivery
Practical tips for optimal use
- Pair with a 3/8 in drive ratchet or extension bar to reach recessed fasteners without excessive tool swing.
- Keep the chrome finish clean and dry to maintain corrosion resistance and ease of sliding onto nuts.
- Use a torque-limiting approach for high-torque applications to protect fasteners and prevent tool slippage.
For hands-on professionals and serious DIYers, the DeWalt 7/8 in. SAE 6-Point Socket offers a reliable, targeted solution for large fasteners, with the precision, durability, and fit you expect from DeWalt. Add it to your toolkit for straightforward, confident tightening and loosening in automotive, equipment, and machinery work.
