King Dick Deep Socket SD 3/8 inch AF 12pt 5/16 inch MDSA210

King Dick Deep Socket SD 3/8 inch AF 12pt 5/16 inch MDSA210

MPN: MDSA210

SKU: 5024763258909

Overview:

The King Dick Deep Socket SD 3/8 inch AF 12pt 5/16 inch MDSA210 is a professional-quality socket designed for precise, reliable fastening in automotive, engineering and maintenance work. Manufactured from tough 31CrV3 chrome vanadium steel and finished with a polished satin nickel-chrome plating, it offers excellent durability and corrosion resistance. The 12-point AF profile provides a secure grip on 5/16 inch fasteners, while the deep design helps access recessed nuts and bolts. Precision heat treatment and machining to DIN 3124 ensure accurate fit and consistent torque transfer on every job.

Key Features

• 3/8 inch square drive deep socket for 5/16 inch AF fasteners

• 12-point profile for secure engagement and smoother drive

• Made from 31CrV3 chrome vanadium steel for strength and durability

• Polished satin nickel-chrome finish for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning

• Precisely heat treated and machined for exceptional dimensional accuracy

• Manufactured to DIN 3124 standards for professional performance

• Deep length design for accessing recessed or hard-to-reach fixings

• Suitable for trade, workshop and serious DIY tool kits

Specifications

• Brand: King Dick

• Product Type: Deep socket – AF (12 point)

• Drive Size: 3/8 inch square drive

• Across Flats Size: 5/16 inch AF

• Point Configuration: 12 point

• Length: Deep pattern (approx. 63mm overall, manufacturer spec)

• Material: 31CrV3 chrome vanadium steel

• Finish: Polished satin nickel-chrome plated

• Standard: DIN 3124

• Quantity: 1 socket

• MPN: MDSA210

• EAN / Barcode: 5024763258909

Applications

• Automotive repair and servicing on vehicles using 5/16 inch AF fasteners

• Engineering and machinery maintenance in workshop environments

• General mechanical work requiring a deep 3/8 inch drive socket

• Accessing recessed nuts and bolts in confined or awkward spaces

• Use with ratchets, torque wrenches and extension bars with 3/8 inch drive

• Ideal addition to mixed imperial socket sets for professional or home use

How to Use

• Select the 5/16 inch AF deep socket where the fastener head matches this size and profile.

• Attach the socket securely to a compatible 3/8 inch drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench.

• Place the 12-point end squarely over the fastener, ensuring full engagement before applying force.

• Apply smooth, controlled torque to tighten or loosen, avoiding sudden jerks that may damage the fastener.

• Use with appropriate extension bars to reach recessed or obstructed fixings as required.

• After use, wipe the socket clean and store it dry to maintain the nickel-chrome finish and prolong service life.

King Dick Deep Socket SD 3/8 inch AF 12pt 5/16 inch MDSA210 – Key FAQs

• Can this socket be used with a 3/8 inch drive torque wrench?
  Yes, this deep socket has a 3/8 inch square drive and is suitable for use with 3/8 inch torque wrenches, ratchets and breaker bars, provided torque settings are within normal ranges.

• What type of fasteners does the 5/16 inch AF 12-point profile suit?
  It is designed for 5/16 inch AF hex fasteners and provides multiple engagement angles, making it easier to work in tight spaces while still gripping the nut or bolt securely.

• Is this socket suitable for professional workshop use?
  Yes, it is manufactured from 31CrV3 chrome vanadium steel, finished in nickel-chrome and made to DIN 3124, making it ideal for daily trade, garage and industrial use.

• What is the advantage of a deep socket compared with a standard one?
  A deep socket reaches further down over protruding studs or recessed nuts, allowing you to access fasteners that a standard length socket cannot comfortably reach.

• Can this socket be used with impact tools?
  No, this is a chrome vanadium hand socket and should not be used with impact wrenches. For impact use, a dedicated impact socket rated for power tools is recommended.

• Will this socket fit into a standard 3/8 inch drive socket rail or organiser?
  Yes, it is a standard 3/8 inch deep socket and will fit most common 3/8 inch socket rails, trays and organisers designed for deep pattern sockets.