The OEL IT-10209 is a 7/16 inch insulated socket designed for use with a 1/4 inch drive, providing routine service in electrical environments where insulated hand tools are required. This standard-size socket is crafted to operate within safety-rated voltage exposure, aligning with common electrical safety practices for hand tools used near live circuits. Made in the USA, the tool emphasizes double insulation and is backed by a lifetime warranty, signaling a manufacturer's confidence in its durability under typical field conditions.
Key features include compliance with IEC 60900 for insulated hand tools and an exceedance of ASTM 1505 standards, which helps differentiate it from non-insulated or lower-range tools. The design is tested to withstand up to 10,000 VAC with a maximum exposure of 1,000 VAC or 1,500 VDC, which informs users about the level of electrical protection the tool provides during use. Its construction supports impact resistance and flame retardance, which are important when the tool might encounter mechanical stress or heat in the course of electrical work. These attributes matter because verified electrical and mechanical performance reduces the risk of tool failure during maintenance, installation, or repair tasks in electrical environments.
Typical applications include electrical maintenance, panel work, and service tasks where insulated hand tools help minimize exposure to energized equipment. Operators should select this socket in accordance with compatible drive size (1/4 inch) and socket size (7/16 inch), and ensure proper storage and routine inspection per safety program requirements. The packaging lists the item as an individual, non-redundant socket piece, suitable for integration into existing tool kits or tool tethers, with compatibility considerations centered on drive and size rather than universal fit.
Features:
- Meets IEC 60900 Standard for Insulated Hand Tools
- Exceeds ASTM 1505 Standards for Insulated Hand Tools
- Helps meet OSHA Requirements 29 CFR Part 1910.331-335
- Meets NFPA 70E Requirement
- Tested to 10,000VAC and rated for 1,000VAC/1500VDC Maximum Exposure
- Impact Resistant and Flame Retardant
- Size:
- 7/16
- Points:
- 12
- Arc Rating:
- 1000VAC
- Drive:
- 1/4
- Length:
- 7/16
- Package Size:
- Each
