Can you use impact sockets on an impact driver?

Chrome-plated sockets should never be used with an impact driver. Regular chrome-plated sockets can crack or shatter and send pieces flying. Use only impact-rated sockets for impact guns, and impact-rated sockets or nut drivers for smaller cordless impact drivers.

What size drive are impact sockets?

An impact wrench’s drive anvil can range from ¼ inch to 1 inch, with the most common sizes being ⅜ inch and ½ inch. Since the size of your wrench’s anvil will dictate the drive size of the impact sockets it can use, it’s important that you select a socket size with the proper-size drive.

What does the drive mean on a socket?

The drive socket size is a measurement of the distance between the flat sides of the square recess. The drive socket size must match the drive square size of your turning tool for the socket to fit correctly. For example, a 1/4″ drive or 1/4″ square drive will attach to a turning tool that has a 1/4″ drive square.

Which impact sockets are best?

Best Master Impact Socket Set: Capri Tools Master Impact Socket Set. Best Impact Swivel Socket Set: GEARWRENCH Metric Impact Socket Set. Best Deep Impact Socket Set: AKM 1/2-Inch Deep Drive Master Impact Socket Set. Best Impact Driver Socket Set: DeWALT Impact Driver Socket Set.

What are impact sockets used for?

An impact socket is a tool that can be used to loosen or tighten a fastener. The purpose of impact sockets is to withstand the force applied by impact tools, which can cause standard sockets to shatter.

Do I need impact sockets?

It isn’t the principle of breaking the actual socket, it comes down to the safety of yourself, and the people working around you. Sure you can probably get away with it, but all it takes is that one time. Impact sockets are not around for no good reason. Yes, you do need to use impact sockets on ANY impact wrench.

What is a drive impact socket?

…impact sockets have a flank drive design that maximizes torque while eliminating damage to fastener. A basic socket relies almost entirely on contact with the corners of a fastener. Under high stress, the socket can begin to slip on the fastener and quickly round off its corners.

What is an impact socket set?

An impact socket set has sockets meant to withstand the forces generated by an impact wrench without succumbing to them. This prevents awkward situations like the metal shearing or more catastrophic material failures. Consider the most common tasks you need an impact wrench for and then select your sockets.