- Stream Sockets. These sockets are used on the delivery side of the network environment.
- Datagram Sockets. The implementation doesn't give any guaranteed delivery as they work connectionless.
- Raw Sockets.
- Packet Sequenced Sockets.
- Hex Sockets.
- Socket Bit.
- Impact Sockets.
- Spark Plug Sockets.
(2) A six-point socket is designed to contact the head of a fastener well away from the corners so contact is made on the thickest part of the fastener. This dramatically reduces the likelihood of slippage and rounding over of the corners.Nov 9, 2020
Are sockets interchangeable?
The interchangeable design of a socket tool or socket wrench means you can handle many tasks with different sockets and attachments. Here are some common elements of a socket and ratchet system to help you choose the best tool for your project.
Are socket wrenches Universal?
The majority of universal socket wrenches can fit nuts and bolts that measure 1/4 to 3/4 inch (7 to 19 millimeters) in size. If you have projects that use nuts and bolts in other sizes, make sure that any wrench you consider can accommodate them.May 5, 2020
Are all socket sets the same?
Socket sets come in a wide range of sizes in both metric and imperial types, for tackling most types and gauges of fastener. These are always given in imperial measurements, and will usually be either 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" or 1". The size of the socket head (the part that fits over or into a fastener).
Are sockets a standard size?
There are four common socket sizes: 1/4 inch (0.6 centimeters), 3/8 inch (0.9 centimeters), 1/2 inch (1.3 centimeters) and 3/4 inch (1.9 centimeters). In-between sizes are available too, starting with 1/4 inch (0.6 centimeters) and increasing every sixteenth of an inch (0.16 centimeters).
Do all sockets fit all ratchets?
All ratchets accept sockets using a square drive and mostly there are three sizes of drive. Everywhere in the world these sizes are given in inches - even when the sockets are metric. 1/2 inch - 1/2" sockets are generally used for nuts and bolts from around 10mm and up.
Are ratchets universal?
Available with different drive sizes — 1/4 inch, 1/2 inch and 3/8 inch — to operate different size sockets.