How are socket handles sized?
Socket sizes are measured based on imperial system inches and fractions. Some of the commonly used SAE sizes are 3/8 in., 5/8 in., and 11/16 in. sockets. Metric sockets: Ideal for working on imported vehicles, metric sockets’ sizes are measured in millimeters.
What is T socket used for?
T – wrench used for tightening and loosening manually, rail wrenches and bolts.
What is a sliding T-handle?
Sliding T Handles are used for driving of manually operated sockets. It has a large leverage handle which alloys application of force comfortably. Further final tightening can be done with both hands. The sliding T-Head is provided with a ball to arrest movement of handle at any desired position.
What are metric socket sizes?
Metric / Standard Wrench Conversion Chart
| Bolt Diameter | Metric | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4″ | 11mm | 7/16″ |
| 5/16″ | 13mm | 1/2″ |
| 3/8″ | 14mm | 9/16″ |
| 7/16″ | 16mm | 5/8″ |
What are metric sockets?
Metric sockets use imperial-sized drivers and the drive dimensions follow in US sizes, such as 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, ¾. This means you can use the sockets whether it’s metric or SAE. Logically, smaller sockets would use smaller drive sizes, and larger sockets use larger drive sizes.
What size is my socket wrench?
Socket sizes are determined by the size of the socket head and the size of the drive socket. An example of a typical socket size is a 13mm socket with ¼” drive. Although socket heads are available in both metric and imperial sizes, the ‘drive socket’ size of a socket is always imperial.
What is speed handle?
A speed handle which includes a ratchet drive on the working end. A conventional socket can be attached to the mounting end of the ratchet drive. The speed handle is especially useful in areas where there is very little room for operating a conventional wrench or conventional ratchet wrench.
What are the sizes of metric wrenches?
Metric Combination Wrenches (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19) Standard Flare Nut Wrenches (3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 7/8) Note: Each wrench may combine two sizes. Metric Flare Nut Wrenches (9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17) Note: Each wrench may combine two sizes.
What is a 10mm socket in standard?
The equivalent imperial size of a 10mm socket is a 3/8 socket. Imperial sizes are known as SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) or Standard.
Can I use SAE on metric?
Can you use Metric sockets on SAE fasteners or SAE Sockets on Metric Fasteners? Yes, you can use some sockets on both metric and SAE sizes. However, you need to be careful, as most times they are not exactly the same, and you can strip a bolt by using an SAE socket on a metric bolt and vice versa.