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Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm X 3/8 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Impact Socket
Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm X 3/8 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Impact Socket
Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm X 3/8 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Impact Socket

Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm X 3/8 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Impact Socket

The Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm x 3/8 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Impact Socket is engineered for professionals who demand proven durability and precise torque in challenging condit…

Milwaukee MPN 49-66-6150
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About Product Overview

The Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm x 3/8 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Impact Socket is engineered for professionals who demand proven durability and precise torque in challenging conditions. Designed specifically for impact tools, this socket combines rugged construction with a deep reach that helps you access recessed fasteners without stripping or slipping.

Key advantages

  • 8 mm metric size with a 3/8 in. drive fits a wide range of fasteners common in automotive, industrial, and machinery maintenance.
  • 6-point design provides superior grip on hex heads, reducing cam-out and rounding under high torque compared to standard 12-point sockets.
  • Deep impact socket delivers extended reach for studs and bolts that sit deep or are partially recessed, helping you work faster in tight spaces.
  • 2.5-inch length offers the right balance between reach and leverage for effective torque transfer in demanding jobs.
  • Forged steel construction and impact-rated design are built to withstand the shocks of impact drivers, delivering reliable performance job after job.
  • Carded packaging for easy display and organized storage in tool kits and workstations.

Why it matters for your workflow

When you’re assembling or disassembling components in automotive repair, construction, or equipment maintenance, the right socket matters. The Shockwave Deep Impact Socket’s six-point engagement minimizes rounding on stubborn fasteners, while its deep profile clears obstructions and long bolt heads. The 3/8 in. drive is ideal for mid-torque tasks, offering a stable fit that reduces slippage during high-torque bursts from impact drivers.

Ideal use cases

  • Automotive repair and maintenance, especially under-hood reach for engine bolts.
  • Equipment and fleet maintenance where recessed fasteners are common.
  • Industrial machinery assembly and disassembly with high-torque needs.
  • Bike and motorcycle work requiring precise, durable metric sockets.

Choose the Milwaukee Shockwave 8 mm Deep Impact Socket when you need a reliable, purpose-built tool that pairs a secure six-point grip with a deep profile designed for impact work. It’s the practical, durable choice for pros who refuse to let stubborn fasteners slow them down.

The Details Specifications

Brand Milwaukee
SKU 2028799
UPC 045242581153
Unit 0
Case Pack Quantity 96 per case
Retail Unit Quantity 1
Unit of Measure 0 0
Dimensions (L × W × H) 1 × 2 × 5
Weight 0 lbs
Cubic Feet 0.00628 ft³
Country of Origin THAILAND
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