Is ANSI B5.38 valid for all ratchet tools?

[JK1946]

Hi Folks
I am designing an adapter that on 1 end requires a standard male 3/8" socket (standard working rachet sockets and extensions).

I am looiking at the Machinery's Handbook and see on page 949 (Edition 27) the dimensions for "American Standard Square Drives for Portable and Electric Tools ASA B5.38-1958)

I assume this is applicable to the square ends found on standard sockets and extensions

Thanks
Jay

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[hydtools]

It does.

Ted

 

[JK1946]

Thanks so much...being an electrical engineer, this world of mechanical "stuff" can be confusing...

Jay

 

[unclesyd]

You might want to look at a Lowell Wrench, the old name, or ratchet arm as they give a lot more options as far as size goes.

http://www.lowellcorp.com/

 

[JK1946]

I'm looking for the dimensions for the male end of a 3/8" extension (width, depth, ball detent setback, etc). I believe the data I found appears to be the data for standard sockets and extensions (male and female sides)

Jay