TEKTON 3/8 Inch Drive x 5/16 Inch Extra-Shallow 6-Point Socket
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Item #SHD11008
3/8 Inch Drive
Extra‑Shallow
6‑Point
IN

5/16 Inch Socket

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InchMetric

Sizes

1/4 in.
$5
9/32 in.
$5
5/16 in.
$5
11/32 in.
$5
3/8 in.
$5
7/16 in.
$5
1/2 in.
$5
9/16 in.
$5
5/8 in.
$5
11/16 in.
$5
3/4 in.
$6
13/16 in.
$6
7/8 in.
$6
15/16 in.
$6
1 in.
$6
$5.00
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Shallow

Semi-Deep

Deep

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Details

Image of Tekton 18 mm 6-Point Hand Drive Sockets in extra shallow, shallow, semi-deep, and deep lengths

Part of Our 3/8 Inch Drive Socket Lineup

Our 3/8 inch drive 6-point socket lineup consists of extra-shallow, shallow, semi-deep, and deep sockets.
A bolt in a 9/16 inch extra-shallow 6-point socket on a flex head ratchet. The bolt head is fully engaged in the hex of the socket.

Our Most Shallow Hex Depth


We designed these sockets to be as shallow as possible while still fully engaging the fastener head, fitting most fasteners with common head heights.



Our Lowest-Profile 3/8 Inch Drive Socket and Ratchet Combination


Using extra-shallow sockets with a non-quick-release small body ratchet provides the lowest possible profile compared to our shallow sockets with a regular 3/8 inch drive ratchet.


Photo showing a small body ratchet with 1/2 in. extra-shallow socket is 1.16 inches, while an 8 inch ratchet is 1.81 inches.
A hand holding a 1/2 inch extra-shallow socket

Large, Stamped Markings

  • Markings are permanently impressed into the material by a roll-stamp die
  • Sizes are as large as possible while still being readable along the socket's curved surface
A 6-point extra-shallow socket next to another socket that's cut in half, showing the exterior and interior finishes

Exterior and Interior Finishes

  • The smooth chrome-plated exterior resists corrosion and wipes clean to a mirror finish
  • The interior is protected against corrosion with chrome plating that is supplemented with a clear coat or painted finish where needed for full coverage
The 6-point socket opening of an extra-shallow hand drive socket

6-Point Socket Opening

Provides an exact fit and maximum contact for hex fasteners.
Graphic showing how the radiused corners on a hand drive socket apply force to the flat sides of a 6-point fastener

Prevents Fastener Round-Off

Radiused corners prevent fastener round-off by applying force to a fastener’s flat sides, rather than its corners.
An extension going into the drive end of a socket

Secure Drive Tool Engagement

Four detent grooves provide a secure connection with the retaining ball of a drive tool.
Two charts comparing Tekton 3/8 inch drive deep socket torque strength to ANSI standard

High Torque Strength

Meets minimum value of 1.3 times the ANSI standard for Proof Torque. Verified by a single-cycle test that applies torque until specified value is reached without failure or permanent deformation.
Tekton 3/8 inch drive sockets and accessories on a light gray background.

High-Performing Steel Alloys

Part by part, we choose the best combination of steel alloys, heat treating specifications, and forming processes to meet the highest performance requirements. Learn more

  • 50BV30 Chromium-Vanadium (Cr-V)
    - Semi-deep sockets
    - Deep sockets
    - External star (E-star) sockets
    - Spark plug sockets
    - Oxygen sensor socket
    - Universal joint base/pivot block/tang
  • 4140 Chromium-Molybdenum (Cr-Mo)
    - Universal joint socket head
  • 6140 Chromium-Vanadium (Cr-V)
    - Extra-shallow sockets
    - Shallow sockets
    - Universal joint socket base/pivot block
    - Extensions
    - Adapter
    - Reducer
    - Hex bit holder socket
  • 6150 Chromium-Vanadium (Cr-V)
    - Universal joint socket pin
    - Universal joint pin
Materials shown are for 3/8 inch drive hand drive sockets and accessories.

Specifications

3/8 Inch Drive x 5/16 Inch Extra-Shallow 6-Point Socket

Specs for 3/8 Inch Drive x 5/16 Inch Extra-Shallow 6-Point Socket
Country of Origin
Taiwan
Item Weight
0.03 lb.