Our Socket Extensions Sets
Struggling to get your tools into hard-to-reach spaces? Designed for serious mechanics, these high-quality socket wrench extensions reach any bolt while your tools stay locked in place. Built from tough, high-quality materials, each piece is made to withstand heavy-duty use, so you can work smarter and get the job done faster.
Whatever you choose, we guarantee:
- Professional grade quality: Tools made with professional-grade materials for mechanics, contractors, or serious DIYers.
- 100% satisfaction: We provide premium-quality products at an affordable price.
- 30-minute customer service: Talk to a real human for customer support within 30 minutes or get your money back.
- 90-day return policy: Try any product completely risk free for 90 days.
- Limited lifetime warranty: We protect you from manufacturing defects, for lifelong reliability.
Locking Impact Socket Extension Set
Tired of bolts in hard-to-reach areas? Our locking impact socket extension set is your go-to solution to tackle those tough spots with ease.
Available individually in both 3/8" and 1/2" drives, these extensions come in 3", 6", and 12" bar lengths so you get the perfect reach for any task. Crafted from precisely heat-treated chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel, these extensions are built for maximum power, so they’re safe to use with impact guns.
With a secure grip and slide locking mechanism, your impact extensions stay firmly in place no matter the torque. No more dropped sockets or wasted time. Whether you're working under the hood or handling heavy-duty projects, these socket extension bars give you the superior strength and reliability you need to get the job done.
Wobble Socket Extension Set With a Case
Meet the ultimate time-saver for any mechanic—the wobble socket extension set. This set offers a 2-in-1 design; each extension functions as a wobble or a fixed extension.
To use the wobble function, insert the socket halfway for a 10-degree swivel and enjoy additional flexibility for reaching tight spaces. Or, fully insert the socket, and it becomes a standard extension.
The set includes extensions for three drive sizes: 1/2-inch drive sockets (3", 5", 10" sizes), 1/4-inch drive sockets (2", 4", 6" sizes), and 3/8-inch drive sockets (3", 6", 9" sizes). Each extension is forged from premium chrome vanadium steel (Cr-V) with a durable and sleek polish-chrome finish.
The set comes neatly packaged in a durable case, so you'll always have the right extension at hand. Whether you're a professional or DIY enthusiast, this versatile Cr-V steel wobble socket extension set makes every job easier and faster.
What Is the Function of Socket Extension Tools?
Socket extension bars increase the reach of your standard-length socket ratchet so you can access bolts and fasteners in awkward or narrow spaces. They have a wide range of applications since each type offers unique benefits.
Standard Socket Extensions
Straightforward, socket wrench extensions increase the range of your socket ratchet. These rigid extensions are perfect for working on bolts deep inside an engine or behind panels. They come in various extension-bar lengths, so you can choose the right size for the job.
Wobble Socket Extensions
Wobble extensions add a degree of flexibility to your work. These flexible socket extensions include a swivel that helps you reach stubborn fasteners at awkward angles. They’re great for hard-to-reach fasteners in tight engine bays or other large machines.
Locking Socket Extensions
These socket extension bars feature a slide mechanism that locks the socket in place. This prevents the socket from falling off mid-task. These extensions come in handy when working on large machines or elevated platforms where retrieving a dropped extension could be challenging or dangerous. Locking extensions are also used with impact tools because the socket stays attached no matter how much torque is applied.
Impact Socket Extensions
Impact socket extensions are designed for impact wrenches, impact ratchets, or impact guns, which apply exceptional torque to quickly loosen or tighten fasteners. These extensions withstand the intense forces that high-performance tools generate.
Unlike regular socket extension bars, impact extensions are made from tougher materials, such as heat-treated chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel, to prevent wear, deformation, or breakage under heavy use. The two-in-one design of our impact locking extensions combines features of locking and impact extensions so you get all the security and durability you need.
What Size Ratchet Do I Need for a Socket Extension?
The size of the ratchet you need for a socket extension depends on the drive size of the extension itself. Ratchets and extensions come in a variety of sizes, typically 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" drives. For example, if you're using a 3/8" drive extension, you'll need a ratchet with a matching 3/8" drive.
What Are the Benefits of a Chrome-Plated Surface Finish on Socket Extensions?
A chrome-finished steel surface offers several advantages when it comes to socket extensions. The mirror finish gives the tool a sleek, polished look and makes it easy to wipe clean, so your extensions remain free of grease and debris. The corrosion-resistant chrome plating protects the steel underneath, which keeps you going even in harsh working environments. Plus, the smooth chrome surface minimizes abrasion.
What Are Olsa Tools Socket Extensions Made of?
Our socket extensions are made from heat-treated chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel or chromium-vanadium (Cr-V) steel, depending on the specific model.
Cr-Mo steel offers superior strength and the ability to withstand the high torque of impact guns. We use it in our impact extensions.
We use Cr-V steel, known for its toughness and corrosion resistance, for our wobble extensions. Both materials can endure heavy use, so no matter which extension you choose, you’ll have it in your arsenal for a long time.
What Is a Universal Swivel Joint?
A universal swivel joint, also known as a universal joint or U-joint, is a tool that provides flexibility between a ratchet and a socket. It allows the socket to pivot and rotate in multiple directions to access fasteners at tight angles or in awkward spaces. Swivel universal joints consist of two connected hinges that can bend in a full 360-degree range, which gives mechanics and DIYers the ability to work around obstacles without a direct line of sight to the fastener.
Which Olsa Product Should I Use for a 10-inch Ratchet Extension?
Our 10-inch extension is a 1/2-inch drive. That means it is compatible with our Swivel Head Ratchet and 90-Tooth Flex Head Ratchet. We sell a variety of impact and general-purpose sockets in 1/2-inch drive as needed. Check out our socket collection for more information.
What Are Hexagon Extension Bars?
Hexagon extension bars are tools designed that extend the reach of a hexagon (hex) socket or ratchet. These bars feature a hexagonal shape, which allows them to fit snugly into hex sockets. Hexagon extension bars are common in automotive, machinery, and construction applications.
How Do I Use a 1/2-inch Drive Wobble Extension?
Half-inch drive wobble extensions are used with larger sockets and ratchets to handle heavy-duty tasks. These extensions are ideal for automotive work, such as loosening or tightening bolts on engines, suspensions, or wheels. Pair your 1/2-inch drive wobble extensions with impact guns or standard ratchets for added versatility and control when working on tough jobs that require extra torque and flexibility.
Products Our Customers Usually Buy with Socket Extensions
Our customers typically purchase sockets and tool organizers for sockets along with their socket extensions, with our impact socket kit with a magnetic socket holder being a particularly popular choice. If you’re looking for a wider range of options, check out our socket adapters as well.
Customer Reviews
“Excellent design; love the push-on connection.”—Edward (5-star verified buyer of the Locking Impact Socket Extension Set)
