Impact Sockets - General Stores, Hardware and Tools
Impact sockets are heavy-duty socket tools designed for use with pneumatic, hydraulic or electric impact wrenches. In marine operations they are used for tightening and loosening large fasteners during engine, deck machinery, piping, winch and ship-repair work.
ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Impact Sockets for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Impact Sockets |
|---|---|
| Product Category | General Stores, Hardware and Tools |
| Product Reference | 990 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | GEDORE, STAHLWILLE, FACOM, Snap-on, Milwaukee |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. High-strength alloy steel construction |
| 2. Suitable for powered impact tools |
| 3. Black oxide or phosphate corrosion-resistant finish |
| 4. Thick walls for high torque loading |
| 5. Drive retention holes and grooves on many sizes |
Applications of Impact Sockets
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Main and auxiliary engine maintenance |
| 2. Winch, crane and deck machinery servicing |
| 3. Shipboard repair, overhaul and heavy bolting |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| STAHLWILLE 50IMP Impact Sockets | STAHLWILLE |
| FACOM Impact Socket Series | FACOM |
| Snap-on IM Impact Socket Series | Snap-on |
| Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE Impact Duty Sockets | Milwaukee Tool |
| GEDORE Impact Socket Series | GEDORE |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| General impact socket | Drive size | 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/2 | inch |
| General impact socket | Socket profile | 6-point or 12-point | — |
| General impact socket | Material | Chrome-molybdenum alloy steel | — |
| General impact socket | Finish | Black oxide or phosphate | — |
| General impact socket | Operating tool | Pneumatic, hydraulic or electric impact wrench | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Commonly manufactured to or referenced against ISO 2725-2, DIN 3129 and ASME B107.2, depending on manufacturer and product range. Verify the manufacturer's declaration and dimensional standard for the specified item. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Impact sockets are normally general-purpose tools and are not individually type-approved by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, BV or ClassNK. Use onboard remains subject to vessel procedures, risk assessment and tool-control requirements. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Select the correct socket size, drive size and impact rating. Fit the socket fully onto the fastener and secure it to the impact wrench with a retaining pin and O-ring where required. Do not use standard chrome-plated hand sockets with impact tools. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Clean salt, oil and dirt after use. Inspect for cracks, deformation, excessive wear and damaged drive openings. Lightly oil carbon-steel surfaces for storage and remove defective sockets from service. |
| Safety Notes | Wear eye, hand and hearing protection. Use only impact-rated accessories and stay within the tool and socket torque limits. Keep personnel clear of reaction points, use correct retaining devices, and never strike an impact socket with a hammer unless specifically designed for that purpose. |
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