{"product_id":"dewalt-1-2-in-drive-7-8-in-sae-6-point-socket-with-directtorque-technology-dwmt86452osp","title":"DEWALT 1\/2-in. Drive 7\/8-in. SAE 6-Point Socket with DirectTorque Technology (DWMT86452OSP)","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\/accuracy.svg\" alt=\"accuracy\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Torque Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eDirectTorque technology is built to help prevent rounding fasteners. That matters when you're leaning on stuck hardware and do not want the socket to slip or chew up the corners.\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\"\u003eThe chrome vanadium steel construction gives this 1\/2 inch drive socket the strength and durability you want for regular shop use. The chrome finish also helps resist chipping and flaking over time.\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 Hand Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eA knurled control ring gives you extra grip when starting or removing the socket by hand. It is a small detail, but it makes a difference when your hands are oily or you're working in tight spots.\u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThe DEWALT DWMT86452OSP 6 Point 1\/2'' Drive Socket 7\/8'' SAE is a single SAE hand socket built for turning 7\/8 inch fasteners with a 1\/2 inch drive ratchet, breaker bar, or socket wrench. This is a drive socket designed for fastening and loosening hex fasteners in automotive, shop, and general mechanical work. Model Number: DWMT86452OSP.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThis socket uses a 6 point opening, which is the right call when you want solid contact on the flats of a fastener instead of flirting with the corners. DEWALT also uses DirectTorque technology here to help prevent rounding and improve grip on stubborn hardware. In plain terms, it is meant to stay planted better when the bolt is tight and the job is not going your way.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThe body is made from chrome vanadium steel, a common and trusted material for mechanics sockets because it balances strength and durability for repeated shop use. DEWALT pairs that with a polished chrome finish that helps protect against chipping and flaking. The hard-stamped markings are another practical touch, since size markings that stay readable save time when you're digging through a drawer or working out of a mobile box.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eJobsite and shop handling matter just as much as strength, especially on small hand tools. This socket includes a knurled control ring for better grip when you are starting it by hand, pulling it off the anvil, or working with greasy fingers. The chamfered opening also helps the socket engage the fastener more easily, which cuts down on fumbling when you're moving quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eBecause this is a 1\/2 inch drive SAE socket, it fits standard 1\/2 inch drive hand tools and works where a 7\/8 inch SAE size is required. It is a straightforward addition to a mechanics socket collection, whether you are replacing a missing size or building out a working set with dependable individual sockets.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThis socket makes the most sense for mechanics, service techs, equipment maintenance crews, and serious DIY users who want a dedicated 7\/8 inch 6 point socket instead of making do with an ill-fitting substitute. If you do regular automotive or mechanical fastening and want a durable DEWALT socket with clear markings and a grip-friendly ring, this is the kind of simple tool that earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSecure Fit on Stubborn Fasteners\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/20260526115_1.jpg\" alt=\"DEWALT DWMT86452OSP 6 Point 1\/2'' Drive Socket 7\/8'' SAE polished chrome socket with knurled ring for automotive and mechanical fastening work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e        \u003cp\u003eA good socket should grab the fastener cleanly, stay readable in the box, and hold up to repeated use. That is exactly where this one earns its place.\u003c\/p\u003e        \u003cul\u003e          \u003cli\u003e6 point design gives stronger contact on hex fasteners than a looser-fitting alternative\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eDirectTorque technology is built to help reduce fastener rounding\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eKnurled control ring improves grip during hand-starting and removal\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003cli\u003eChrome vanadium steel and chrome finish are made for long-term durability\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 7\/8 inch SAE 6 point 1\/2 inch drive socket\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\u003e7\/8 in\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003ePoint Type\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003e6 Point\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\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003eChrome Vanadium Steel\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003eChrome \/ Brushed\u003c\/td\u003e      \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003ctr\u003e        \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e        \u003ctd\u003e0.23 lbs\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=\"aplusicon\"\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e          \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFits standard 1\/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and socket wrenches.\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=\"aplusicon\"\u003e        \u003cdiv\u003e          \u003cstrong\u003eFastener Size\u003c\/strong\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for 7\/8 inch SAE hex fasteners.\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\"\u003eMechanical Fastening\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGarage Work\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\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=\"aplusicon\"\u003e      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eFor rusty or tight 7\/8 inch hardware, reach for this 6 point socket before a 12 point. The extra contact on the flats gives you a better shot at breaking the fastener loose without rounding it off.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e        Full Lifetime Warranty.      \u003c\/div\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\u003eDEWALT DWMT86452OSP 6 Point 1\/2'' Drive Socket 7\/8'' SAE Is the Right Kind of Basic\u003c\/h3\u003e    \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of single socket you buy once, throw in the drawer, and keep reaching for because it grips well and does not play games on worn fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanics, maintenance techs, and DIY users who need a dedicated 7\/8 inch SAE socket for 1\/2 inch drive tools.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 6 point design, DirectTorque geometry, hard-stamped markings, and knurled ring all focus on real usability instead of gimmicks.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a single socket, not a set. If you already have the rest of your sizes covered and just need this one to fill a gap, it makes a lot of sense.\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\u003eWhat drive size does this socket use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a 1\/2 inch drive socket.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this socket SAE or metric?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an SAE socket in a 7\/8 inch size.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a 6 point or 12 point socket?\u003c\/strong\u003e This model is a 6 point socket.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e The socket is made from chrome vanadium steel with a chrome finish.\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DeWalt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53249982071078,"sku":"DWMT86452OSP","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/20260526115_1.jpg?v=1779887794","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/dewalt-1-2-in-drive-7-8-in-sae-6-point-socket-with-directtorque-technology-dwmt86452osp","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}