Durum 1/4 Hex to 1/4 Drive Socket Adaptor Bit

The Durum 1/4 inch hex to 1/4 inch drive socket adaptor bit lets you run 1/4 inch sockets from an impact driver or drill driver. It is built for industrial and trade applications where a better quality bit is needed, and it is developed to handle the high torque modern impact drivers deliver. A spring loaded ball holds the socket firmly on the adaptor during work.

Key Features

• Spring loaded ball keeps sockets firmly affixed during applications
• Developed to handle the high torque output of modern impact drivers
• Built for industrial and trade applications
• 1/4 inch hex shank with a power groove for a secure grip in the chuck
• 1/4 inch socket drive suits standard 1/4 inch sockets
• Made to last longer than similar adaptors under high torque

Specifications

• Shank: 1/4 inch hex with power groove
• Drive size: 1/4 inch socket
• Length: 65mm (2-1/2 inch)
• Socket retention: spring loaded ball
• Compatibility: impact drivers, drill drivers, 1/4 inch sockets

Applications

• Running 1/4 inch sockets from an impact driver
• Fastening and unfastening nuts and bolts in tight spots
• Trade and industrial assembly and maintenance
• Automotive and workshop work

What You Need To Complete The Job

Add the 3/8 inch drive adaptor and 1/2 inch drive adaptor to cover larger sockets, and pair the adaptor with a Quickbit extension bar for recessed fasteners. Browse the full General Hand Tools range for more driving accessories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a socket adaptor bit used for?

A socket adaptor bit fits into a drill or impact driver chuck and lets you attach sockets, so you can drive nuts and bolts with a power tool instead of a hand wrench. The 1/4 inch hex shank goes in the driver, and the other end accepts the socket size shown on the adaptor.

Why is the spring loaded ball important?

The spring loaded ball sits in the socket detent and holds the socket firmly on the adaptor while you work. Without it, a socket can slide off under load or when you tip the tool. It keeps the socket secure so the torque transfers cleanly to the fastener.

Can I use this with an impact driver?

Yes. The Durum adaptor range is developed specifically to handle the high torque modern impact drivers deliver, with a power groove shank that grips the chuck. Impact drivers produce sharp torque pulses, so the adaptor is built to take that load without twisting or failing.

What is a power groove shank?

A power groove is a machined groove along the 1/4 inch hex shank that gives the chuck or bit holder more grip on the bit. It is designed to stop the bit from slipping under the high torque output of an impact driver, which is what makes these adaptors reliable in heavy duty driving work.