GearWrench Socket Set 80550P 3/8 Inch Drive 56-Piece SAE Metric (120XP Ratchet 3 Deg Arc 6-Point Standard Deep Off-Corner Chrome Mechanics Tool Case)

GearWrench 80550P 56-Piece 3/8" Drive SAE & Metric 120XP Socket Set

The GearWrench 80550P 56-piece 3/8-inch drive socket set delivers maximum turning capability in cramped engine compartments using a patented 120XP teardrop ratchet with dual stacked pawls providing 120 positions and an ultra-narrow 3-degree swing arc. Forged from high-grade alloy steel with a mirror-like full polish chrome finish, this comprehensive mechanical drive kit supplies 6-point standard and deep sockets spanning SAE sizes 1/4 in to 1 in and metric sizes 6 mm (0.24 in) to 19 mm (0.75 in). Featuring off-corner loading socket wall geometry to eliminate fastener head rounding, dual knurled and line-stamped identification bands, 3-inch and 6-inch drive extensions, and a flexible universal joint, it is housed in a rugged blow-molded carrying case with a single-hand quick-release latch for professional shop and roadside fleet maintenance.

Best Used For:

• Confined Automotive Engine Bay Repair: Turning alternator, starter, and intake manifold bolts where restricted clearances limit ratchet swing handle travel to less than 5 degrees.
• Chassis Suspension and Brake Caliper Overhauls: Applying high breakaway torque to recessed hex fasteners and long suspension studs using deep 6-point SAE and metric sockets.
• Heavy Machinery Plant Maintenance: Servicing industrial equipment pumps, brackets, and motor mounts across mixed standard and metric hardware setups.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• 120XP Dual-Pawl Ratcheting Mechanism: Alternating dual 60-tooth pawls deliver 120 engagement positions and a micro 3° swing arc to ratchet hardware in extremely tight spots.
• Off-Corner Load Socket Geometry: Concentrates driving torque on the broad flats of fastener heads rather than fragile corners to eliminate rounding and stripping.
• High-Visibility Hard-Stamped Markings: Large, roll-stamped size markings feature double lines for SAE and perimeter knurling for metric for fast visual sorting.
• Full Polish Mirror Chrome Plating: Premium electroplated nickel-chrome coating protects against shop chemicals, oils, and rust while wiping clean instantly.
• Low-Profile Teardrop Ratchet Head: Flush-mounted directional on/off lever and thin head profile glide easily past hoses, wiring harnesses, and structural firewalls.
• Heavy-Duty Impact-Resistant Storage Case: Custom molded slots keep all 56 pieces secured and organized, featuring a patented single-hand front locking latch.

What's Included

• (1) 3/8" Drive 120XP Teardrop Ratchet
• (1) 3/8" Drive Universal Joint
• (2) 3/8" Drive Extension Bars: 3" and 6"
• (13) 3/8" Drive 6-Point Standard SAE Sockets: 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8", 15/16", 1"
• (11) 3/8" Drive 6-Point Deep SAE Sockets: 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8"
• (14) 3/8" Drive 6-Point Standard Metric Sockets: 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm
• (14) 3/8" Drive 6-Point Deep Metric Sockets: 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm
• (1) Heavy-Duty Blow-Molded Storage Case with Single-Hand Buckle

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: Take advantage of the knurled bands on the metric sockets and the double lines on the SAE sockets to distinguish between measurement systems instantly without reading numbers when working underneath vehicle chassis.