What do 1/4 and 1/2 hex socket wrenches mean?
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Socket wrenches have two ends: one connects to the wrench handle, and the other fits onto the hex bolt. The 1/4, 1/2, and 3/8 measurements refer to the drive size of the socket connection. The difference between a 1/2-inch drive pneumatic socket wrench and a 3/4-inch drive pneumatic socket wrench lies in their size. Socket sizes are divided into metric and imperial systems, with common drive sizes being 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, and 1/2-inch, all referring to the square drive of the socket. Specifically, a 1/2-inch drive equals 12.5mm, a 3/8-inch drive equals 10mm, and a 1/4-inch drive equals 6.3mm.