GearWrench Socket Set 80729 27 Piece 1/2 Inch Drive 6 Point SAE Standard Deep Fastener Tools (Chrome Alloy Steel Storage Tray)

GearWrench 27-Piece 1/2-Inch Drive 6-Point SAE Standard and Deep Socket Set

The GearWrench 80729 is a 27-piece 1/2-inch drive SAE socket set containing standard and deep 6-point sockets ranging from 7/16-inch to 1-1/2-inch for high-torque mechanical applications. Engineered for professional automotive technicians and heavy equipment mechanics, this alloy steel tool collection incorporates off-corner loading geometry on its single hex openings to shift clamping force onto fastener flats and prevent head rounding on seized lug nuts and suspension bolts.

Best Used For:

• Automotive Suspension and Wheel Maintenance: Servicing heavy 1/2-inch drive lug nuts, control arms, and frame bolts using high-torque impact ratchets or breaker bars.
• Industrial Equipment and Fleet Repair: Reaching deep stud threads and recessed fasteners (up to 1-1/4 inch deep) on commercial machinery and fleet chassis.
• High-Torque Mechanical Assembly: Applying high manual leverage to large SAE hex head bolts (7/16-inch through 1-1/2-inch) without stripping bolt corners.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• Off-Corner Loading Design: Directs rotational force to the flat sides of hex fasteners rather than the corners to maximize torque and prevent rounding.
• 6-Point Single Hex Profile: Provides maximum surface contact area to minimize socket slippage under heavy manual turning force.
• Chamfered Socket Opening: Internal entry bevel quickly guides the socket drive onto hex heads for fast, hassle-free engagement.
• Hard-Stamped Size Identification: Large, permanent size markings stamped directly into the steel body ensure immediate visibility in dark work bays.
• Forged Heat-Treated Alloy Steel: Premium alloy steel construction engineered to meet or exceed ASME B107.1 strength standards under high load conditions.
• Full Polish Chrome Finish: Smooth protective electroplating wipes clean easily and provides long-term resistance against jobsite rust and corrosion.

What's Included

• (14) 1/2 in. Drive Standard SAE Sockets: 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in., 13/16 in., 7/8 in., 15/16 in., 1 in., 1-1/16 in., 1-1/8 in., 1-1/4 in., 1-1/2 in.
• (13) 1/2 in. Drive Deep SAE Sockets: 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in., 3/4 in., 13/16 in., 7/8 in., 15/16 in., 1 in., 1-1/16 in., 1-1/8 in., 1-1/4 in.
• (1) Custom Plastic Socket Storage Organizer Tray

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: Select deep-well sockets when servicing long exposed wheel studs or threaded rods to ensure the internal square drive fully connects with your ratchet anvil without bottoming out prematurely on the fastener shank.