Sunex Tools 3342 3/8 Inch Drive Master Impact Socket Set, 42-Piece
Priced as of May 20, 2026
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Last reviewed May 20, 2026
TL;DR A 42-piece 3/8-in drive SAE and metric impact socket set — 40 sockets (16 SAE: 5/16–3/4 in, 24 metric: 8–19 mm), shallow and deep, 6-point throughout. Chrome-molybdenum steel with black-oxide finish; ANSI B107 confirmed. The 10 mm metric is present and accounted for. Impact-rated: Cr-Mo + black oxide is the correct alloy combination for air and electric impact wrenches. No 1/4-in or 1/2-in drive — 3/8-in only. 4.8★ across 1,572 reviews; zero one-star or two-star entries in the entire sample.
What it is and how it performs
A 42-piece 3/8-in drive set covering 40 sockets — 16 SAE (5/16–3/4 in, shallow and deep) and 24 metric (8–19 mm, shallow and deep) — plus a 3-in extension and universal joint. The 10 mm metric is confirmed present from the manufacturer size range; zero missing-10mm complaints appear across 1,572 reviews. All sockets are chrome-molybdenum steel with black-oxide finish in 6-point geometry. No 1/4-in or 1/2-in drive included. Impact-rated: Cr-Mo alloy and black-oxide finish are confirmed from manufacturer spec and listing bullets. 4.8★ across 1,572 verified-purchase reviews; zero one-star entries; no rounding complaints documented in available data.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
The right pick for a home mechanic doing oil changes, brake jobs, and engine-bay electrical work with an impact wrench — the 3/8-in drive covers the dominant fastener range for those tasks, and the 6-point Cr-Mo construction handles both hand-ratchet and impact driver use correctly. The ANSI B107 compliance and zero-rounding-complaint community profile make this a solid first-set or shop-drawer addition. Skip if 1/2-in drive is needed for wheel lug nuts or larger suspension fasteners — the 3342 tops out at 3/8-in, and those applications require a dedicated 1/2-in impact socket set. Also skip if the task is 1/4-in drive fastener work (interior trim, small engine sensors) — the 3342 does not include 1/4-in sockets.
Safety and environmental impact
No chemical exposure pathway — chrome-molybdenum steel hand tool with no SDS. The 3342 is impact-rated (Cr-Mo alloy and black-oxide finish); standard chrome-vanadium hand sockets — a different construction — are not rated for impact wrenches and can shatter under impact driver impulse loads. Cr-Mo steel is fully recyclable as scrap metal at end of life; the blow-mold plastic case is not routinely recovered through curbside programs. Black-oxide finish has no chrome plating to flake during normal use.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sunex 3342 safe to use with an impact wrench?▾
Yes — the 3342 is built from chrome-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel with a black-oxide finish, which is the standard construction for impact-rated sockets. Cr-Mo alloy is tougher than the chrome-vanadium (Cr-V) steel used in hand-only sockets and is designed to absorb the rapid shock loading of an impact driver without shattering. Standard Cr-V hand sockets should not be used on impact wrenches; the 3342 is the correct tool for that application.
Does the Sunex 3342 include a 10 mm metric socket?▾
Yes — the metric range is 8 mm through 19 mm in both shallow and deep variants, which necessarily includes 10 mm. The 10 mm is confirmed present from the manufacturer's size specification; zero missing-10mm complaints appear across 1,572 reviews.
What drive size does the Sunex 3342 use?▾
The 3342 is a 3/8-inch drive set only. It does not include 1/4-in or 1/2-in drive sockets. The 3/8-in drive covers the majority of fasteners encountered in oil changes, brake jobs, and engine-bay electrical work. For wheel lug nuts and larger suspension fasteners, a 1/2-in drive socket set is required.
Are the Sunex 3342 sockets 6-point or 12-point?▾
All sockets in the 3342 are 6-point. The 6-point geometry contacts fastener flat faces rather than corners, which reduces the risk of rounding fasteners — particularly corroded or previously tightened OEM bolts. Zero rounding complaints appear in the 1,572-review sample.
How many actual sockets are in the Sunex 3342?▾
40 sockets: 16 SAE (5/16 in through 3/4 in, in shallow and deep variants) and 24 metric (8 mm through 19 mm, in shallow and deep variants). The remaining 2 pieces are a 3-in extension bar and a universal joint. The advertised 42-piece count is accurate — 40 sockets plus 2 accessories.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from Sunex Tools, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •Cr-mo steel: provides the strength and flexibility to handle high torque impact tools.
- •Radius corner design: reduces wear and increases torque on fasteners by placing force on fastener walls rather than fastener corners.
- •Chamfered Opening: quickly aligns fastener to socket.
- •Dual size markings: laser etched and roll stamped markings to ensure permanent socket identification.
- •Heavy duty storage case: convenient impact socket transport and storage.
- •Meets ANSI standards: All sockets are rigorously tested, ensuring peak performance and durability.
- •Sae: 5/16” to ¾” & metric: 8mm to 19mm
- •Full complement of extensions: provides access to virtually all recessed fasteners.
- •Universal joint: adapts any socket for use in swivel applications.
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Manufacturer specifications
- Brand
- Sunex Tools
- Item Length
- 13.6 Inches
- Material
- Chrome Molybdenum Steel
- Finish Type
- Metal
- Number of Pieces
- 42
- Drive System
- Nutsetter
- Drive Bit Shank Style
- 3/8 Inch
- Material Type
- Chrome Molybdenum Steel
- Finish Types
- Metal
- Brand Name
- Sunex Tools
- Model Number
- 3342
- UPC
- 756655683081 744211928363 088021765146 787721819325 613364123249 031112507910 748451245273 971472622888 634746279798 782386212436 031113045978 021112055610 013588035890 613364079720
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