Description
MAXIMUM TORQUE TRANSFER FOR HIGH-VOLTAGE UTILITY CONNECTIONS
When you’re terminating high-voltage lines or setting up pad-mount gear, you need hardware that won’t fail mid-torque. The Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE Lineman’s 1/2″ Hex Bit Socket is purpose-built for the high-stress demands of utility work. Unlike standard two-piece sockets that can twist or shear under the load of a high-output impact, this one-piece forged design ensures maximum energy transfer directly to the fastener. The 1-3/4″ fastening depth is specifically calibrated for the most common shear bolts and connectors found in transformer cabinets and secondary pedestals, providing a secure seat that prevents rounding in critical electrical infrastructure applications.
- / One-piece forged steel construction eliminates the weak points of multi-piece bits to withstand the extreme torque of lineman impact wrenches.
- / 1-3/4″ hex fastening depth ensures full engagement with standard utility connectors and shear bolt hardware.
- / Compact profile provides critical clearance when working in tight transformer enclosures or crowded secondary cabinets.
- / Pin detent design ensures maximum socket retention on the tool, preventing dangerous drops during bucket or overhead work.
- / Included 7/16″ to 1/2″ SHOCKWAVE Lineman’s Impact Adapter allows for immediate use with standard utility-grade impact drivers.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| SKU | 49-66-5154 |
| Hex Size | 1/2″ |
| Fastening Depth | 1-3/4″ |
| Drive Size | 1/2″ Square (7/16″ Hex with Adapter) |
| Socket Type | Impact Rated Hex Bit |
| Retention Type | Pin Detent |
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
(1) SHOCKWAVE Lineman’s 1/2″ Hex Bit Socket (49-66-5154), (1) 7/16″ to 1/2″ SHOCKWAVE Lineman’s Impact Adapter
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