{"product_id":"dewalt-1-2-in-drive-1-2-in-6-point-deep-socket-sae-dwmt88945osp","title":"DEWALT 1\/2-in. Drive 1\/2-in. 6-Point Deep Socket, SAE (DWMT88945OSP)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Socket Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe deep socket profile gives you extra reach on long bolts and studs, which matters when standard sockets bottom out before the fastener is fully seated.\u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChrome Vanadium Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003ePremium chrome vanadium steel is used for strength and durability, so this socket is built for regular shop and garage use instead of light-duty occasional work.\u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter Grip Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eKnurled beauty rings help reduce hand slippage when you're swapping sockets quickly, especially when your hands are oily or you're working in a cramped spot.\u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDeWalt DWMT88945OSP Mechanics 6-Point 1\/2 in. Drive Deep Socket 1\/2 in.\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single SAE deep socket built for turning 1\/2 inch fasteners with a 1\/2 inch drive ratchet or extension. This is a \u003cstrong\u003edeep socket\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003efastening and loosening nuts and bolts on longer studs or recessed hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eDWMT88945OSP\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThe key detail here is the combination of a \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 inch drive\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edeep socket body\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e6-point opening\u003c\/strong\u003e. A 1\/2 inch drive socket is the size most users reach for when the work moves past light trim hardware and into automotive, equipment, trailer, and general shop fasteners. The deep profile gives you the clearance needed when the threads extend well past the nut. The 6-point design matters because it grips the flats of the fastener more directly than a higher-point socket, which is what you want when you need solid engagement and less chance of rounding the corners.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eDeWalt makes this socket from \u003cstrong\u003epremium chrome vanadium steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, and that is the material choice most buyers should want in a hand-tool socket like this. It gives you the strength and durability expected for regular mechanical use without turning the tool into something overly specialized. If you keep a working set on a service cart, in a garage drawer, or in a road box, material quality is what separates a socket that stays in rotation from one that gets tossed after a few hard uses.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eOne of the small but useful details is the \u003cstrong\u003eknurled beauty ring\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is not just decoration. It gives your fingers a better place to grab when you're pulling the socket off an extension, spinning it into position by hand, or changing sizes quickly. In real use, that means less fumbling, especially when your hands are slick from grease or you're working with gloves on.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThis DeWalt socket is also straightforward in the best way. It is a \u003cstrong\u003esingle-piece SAE deep socket\u003c\/strong\u003e, not part of a bundled assortment, so it makes sense if you are replacing a lost size from an existing mechanic's set or filling in a commonly used size that deserves its own dedicated spot near the box end wrenches, breaker bar, or impact accessories. For guys who already know which size they reach for all the time, buying one exact replacement is usually smarter than buying another full set.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eCompatibility is simple: this socket is made for \u003cstrong\u003estandard 1\/2 inch drive tools\u003c\/strong\u003e, including ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions that use the same drive size. The SAE 1\/2 inch socket size fits matching SAE fasteners. If your work is mostly automotive service, equipment maintenance, trailer work, or general mechanical repair where 1\/2 inch hardware shows up often, this is the kind of piece that earns its keep fast.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? Mechanics, automotive DIY users, farm and trailer owners, and anyone maintaining equipment with SAE hardware. If you need a deep socket that gives you reach, solid 6-point contact, and a better grip during fast socket changes, this DeWalt is the practical pick. It is not a fancy specialty tool. It is a basic, important one that gets used more than people think.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDeWalt DWMT88945OSP Mechanics 6-Point 1\/2 in. Drive Deep Socket 1\/2 in. for Hard-to-Reach Fasteners\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e        \u003cimg src=\"http:\/\/toolup.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Dewalt-DWMT88945OSP_01_bb16aa0f-7a36-4beb-9b7d-9a405727b855.jpg?crop=center\u0026amp;v=1759416928\" alt=\"DeWalt DWMT88945OSP Mechanics 6-Point 1\/2 in. Drive Deep Socket 1\/2 in. shown as a chrome deep socket for fastening and loosening SAE hardware in shop and garage work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e        \u003cp\u003eThis deep socket is made for the jobs where extra depth is the whole point. When a nut sits on a long stud or the fastener is recessed below the surface, the deeper body gives you the reach a standard socket cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e        \u003cul\u003e          \u003cli\u003e1\/2 inch drive fits standard ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions in that drive size\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003e6-point socket opening provides solid contact on SAE fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eDeep design helps clear extended threads and recessed hardware\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003c\/ul\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e      \u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003e(1) DeWalt DWMT88945OSP 1\/2 in. Drive Deep Socket, 1\/2 in. SAE, 6-Point\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eDrive Size\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in.\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eSocket Size\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in.\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eMeasurement System\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003eSAE\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003ePoint Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003e6-Point\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eSocket Type\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003eDeep Socket\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003eChrome Vanadium Steel\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003ePiece Count\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e    \u003c\/table\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e          \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFits standard 1\/2 in. drive ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/size.svg\" alt=\"size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e          \u003cstrong\u003eFastener Size\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for 1\/2 in. SAE nuts and bolts.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eEquipment Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTrailer Repair\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Mechanical Work\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGarage Use\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you're working on a long stud, start with the deep socket before you reach for a wrench. It keeps the tool straight on the fastener and usually gives you cleaner engagement than trying to catch the nut with an open-end first.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e    \u003ch3\u003eA Simple Socket That Solves a Common Problem\u003c\/h3\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThe DeWalt DWMT88945OSP Mechanics 6-Point 1\/2 in. Drive Deep Socket 1\/2 in. is the kind of single replacement socket that makes sense when you actually use your tools instead of just collecting sets.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanics, automotive DIY users, and equipment owners who need a dedicated 1\/2 inch SAE deep socket for regular service work.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e You get the right combination of 6-point grip, deep reach, chrome vanadium strength, and a knurled ring that makes handling easier during quick changes.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a single socket, not a set. That is perfect if you're replacing a missing size or building out a working kit one piece at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a deep socket or a standard socket?\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a deep socket designed to reach over longer studs and recessed fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat drive size does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a 1\/2 inch drive, so it fits standard 1\/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this an SAE or metric socket?\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an SAE socket, and the socket size is 1\/2 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it use a 6-point or 12-point opening?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a 6-point opening.\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DeWalt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53249982038310,"sku":"DWMT88945OSP","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/20260526096_1.jpg?v=1779887793","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/dewalt-1-2-in-drive-1-2-in-6-point-deep-socket-sae-dwmt88945osp","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}