Apex Fastener Tools Catalog (English)

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Table of ContentsIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ivBitsPhillips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Slotted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Torx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Torx Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Pozidriv . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Sel-O-Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Frearson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30B.N.A.E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Socket Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Square Recess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Clutch Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Pipe Plug Inserts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Torq-Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Tri-Wing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Hi-Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Triple Square . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Bit HoldersHex Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Female Square Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Hand DriversReplaceable Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Torx Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Torx and Torq-Set Hand Drivers . . . . . . .59Awls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Pivex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Hex Drive Nutsetters,Extensions & Universal WrenchesNutsetters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60Extensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Universal Wrenches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .681/4” Drive Sockets, Extensions,Adapters & Universal WrenchesSAE Sockets and Universal Wrenches . . .77Metric Sockets and Universal Wrenches .81Spline and Torx Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . .83Extensions and Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . .853/8” Drive Sockets, Extensions,Adapters & Universal WrenchesSAE Sockets & Universal Wrenches . . . . .86Metric Sockets & Universal Wrenches . . .95Spline & Torx Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102Extensions & Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1031/2” Drive Sockets, Extensions,Adapters & Universal WrenchesSAE Sockets & Universal Wrenches . . . .105Metric Sockets & Universal Wrenches . .116Spline & Torx Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125Extensions & Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1265/8” Drive Sockets, Extensions,Adapters & Universal WrenchesSAE Sockets, Universal Wrenches &Budd Wheel Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Metric Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Extensions & Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1313/4” Drive Sockets, Extensions,Adapters & Universal WrenchesSAE Sockets, Universal Wrenches &Budd Wheel Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133Metric Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137Spline Sockets, Extensions & Adapters .1381” Drive Sockets,Extensions & AdaptersSAE Sockets & Budd Wheel Sockets . . .140Metric Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Spline Sockets, Extensions & Adapters .1451 1/2” Drive SAESockets & Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1472 1/2” Drive SAESockets & Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148Special Sockets,Adapters & AccessoriesReversible Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151Tap Holding Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152Grease Fitting Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153Drill Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154#5 (1 5/8”) Spline Drive Sockets, Extensions,Adapters,Registered Universal Wrenches& Budd Wheel Sockets . . . . . . . . . . . .155Socket Retaining Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . .156Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157Part Number Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161Quotation Worksheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169Conversion Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172Registered trademarks: Pozidriv, Torq-Set, and Tri-Wing, Phillips Screw Co.; Apex, Sel-O-Fit, Copper Industries, Inc.; Hi-Torque, Voi-Shan; Torxand Torx Plus, Camcar Div. of Textron.

Quick ReferenceBits1 – 50Bit Holders51 – 56Hand Drivers57 – 59Hex Drive Nutsetters, Extensions & Universal Wrenches60 – 731/4" Sockets, Extensions, Adapters & Universal Wrenches74 – 853/8" Sockets, Extensions, Adapters & Universal Wrenches86 – 1041/2" Sockets, Extensions, Adapters & Universal Wrenches105 – 1275/8"–2 1/2" Sockets, Extensions, Adapters & Universal Wrenches128 – 148Special Sockets, Adapters & Accessories149 – 160Part Number Index161 – 168iii

The Apex heritageof quality, deliveryand support.For more than half a century Apex has maintained a position of leadership in industrial fastening tools. Today,Apex stands ready to improve the productivity of assembly operations around theworld with unsurpassed tool performance and customer service. Here’s how:Highest QualityApex quality begins with select raw materials. Only carefullychosen, high grade tool steel is used. Each tool is precisionmachined from solid bar stock to close-tolerance standards. Youget an exact, sure fit – a fit not possible from tools made in aprocess that grows less precise with every stamp. Finally, eachtool is tempered with the exclusive Apex heat treating processthat lets you select the degree of hardness you require. Choosefrom tough, non-brittle durability that stands up to torque, to thehardest heat treat available for the ultimate in wear resistance.Rapid Select Means Fast DeliveryModels indicated with a Rapid Select icon represent our mostpopular tools, and are available for fast delivery on limited quantities.On bit items, the heat treat code has been added to Rapid Select partnumbers. See page vi for selecting the proper heat treat.Complete Support For Your RequirementsApex provides the broadest selection of fastener tools in the world. From this catalogyou can choose from over 5,000 individual items: from bits, sockets and handdrivers to universal wrenches, extensions and adapters. If the tool you need is not inthis catalog, call your Apex representative. We may have what you need as a noncatalog item—or our experienced staff of tooling experts can design and produceapplication specific fastener tools to suit your needs.iv

Apex is the standard on assembly lines around the world.Precision manufactured with the highest quality materials.Responsive service for all your fastener tool needs.Made in the U.S.A. since 1933.v

Important NotesUser safety tips Always wear safety glasses when using any tool. Always visually inspect tool for damage and cracking. Immediatelyreplace all damaged tools. Do not modify or alter any tool. Do not use tools beyond their limit or useful life. Contact Apex for the recommended operating torque of any tool.Selecting the proper heat treat for bitsChoosing the proper heat treat for screwdriver tools is important in achieving longtool life. Different applications, different operators, and different power tools requiredifferent heat treats. Apex offers a choice of three heat treat hardness levels in manyof our screwdriver bits to match the particular customer’s application. These heattreats are specified by a letter suffix as follows:X - The hardest heat treat availableI - Intermediate hardnessR - Lowest hardnessSelecting the heat treat best suited for a particular application may require some trialand error. The proper heat treat depends on the failure mode. If the bit breaks orshatters, select a bit with less hardness. If the failure mode is wear, select a harderbit. Many times both breakage and wear may occur within the same application.This can be due to a number of factors such a different operators, different torquevalues, and different power tool settings.In general, high torque applications require “R” heat treats to withstand twisting andresist breakage. The “X” heat treat is most suitable for low torque applications,particularly if hardened screws are used.If a failure occurs, a change in hardness may result in better service. The “X” heattreat is most common and should be selected unless the specifics of an applicationor an existing problem would suggest using “I” or “R” hardness.To specify a particular heat treat, add a letter suffix to the part number. For example,to specify “X” hardness in a #2 Phillips insert, the part number would be 440-2X.Not all Apex bits are available in all heat treats. Special heat treats can be suppliedfor a particular application. Contact your Apex representative for specificrecommendations.Warning Using any adapter may result in a torque overload and failure in the adapter,socket or fastener. Do not use thin wall sockets with impact power tools. Do not use universal wrenches with impact power tools.vi

SolutionsWhat’s the difference betweenan insert and a power bit?Insert bits are commonly used with a bitholder in power tool applications. Thiscombination is economical, providesflexibility and allows a fastener to be magnetically held by the bit. Power bits areplaced directly into the power tool chuck.See pages 48-52 for a complete listing ofApex bit holders.What’s the advantage of27 Series bits?27 Series bits are ideal for poorly recessedPhillips screws. A wider tip design fills outan inexact recess to make better contact.Why do Apex bits lastso much longer?Apex’s premium tool alloys and proprietaryheat treat help avoid typical problemssuch as shattering andpremature bit wear.Most Apex bits areavailable in three differentheat treat hardnesses.Refer to page vi for information onselecting the proper heat treat.What’s the advantage ofreduced diameter bits?Reduced diameter bits are ideal for drivingscrews below the surface of drywall.What’s theadvantageof Apex ACR bits?Painted,coated orcorrodedfasteners canpresent specialproblems. Apex ACR insert bits’special wing-face ribsgrip screw recesses to reduce strippingand cam-out which can result in damageto the surrounding workpiece. Choosefrom bits ribbed for screw removal,driving or both. They’re also available inboth insert bits and power drives.vii

In this section Insert and Power Drive BitsFor all these fastener styles:Phillips Sel-o-fit Clutch HeadSlottedFrearsonTorq-Set Torx B.N.A.E.Tri-Wing Torx Plus Socket HeadHi-Torque Pozidriv Square RecessTriple SquareBit Holders, Nutsetters, Extensions and Universal WrenchesBit holders adapt hex drive and female square drive power tools to a variety of insertbits. Hex drive nutsetters, extensions and universal wrenches allow nutrunning in alltypes of applications.Selecting the correct Phillips point sizeApex bits in these five point sizes will drive ANY Phillips screwPointSize01234Wood /820241/2RoundFlat, Oval,BindingMachine ScrewsRound,Truss, 0241/2183/87/165/167/161/23/83/87/165/16Sheet Metal ScrewsFlat, Round, Oval,Stove, Binding2512IMPORTANT The table above will enable you to determine the Phillips point size required for any Phillips screws or bolts. The No. 2and No. 3 point sizes cover the range of Phillips screws most commonly used. The Apex Phillips bits on the following pages areavailable in point sizes to drive any Phillips screw.viii

Phillips Bits1/4” Hex Insert 334Overall LengthIn.mm11 1/222 1/231111 1/222 1/2345 1/26111 1/41 1/422 1/2341 610133For shallow screw recessesLarge body*For shallow screw recesses. See Tool Tip on page 7Refer to Page iv for description of Rapid Select. Rapid Select bit part numbers have the heat treat code noted.1