Blue Spot Tools 4 Piece 1/2" Metric Shallow Impact Sockets (17-24mm) 01650

Blue Spot Tools 4 Piece Black 1/2" Metric Shallow Impact Sockets (17-24mm)

MPN: 01650

Barcode: 5028734016505

Size: 17mm-24mm

Weight: 0.49kg

Colour: Black

Overview:

This four-piece Blue Spot Tools set covers the most commonly used metric impact socket sizes. Made from chrome vanadium (CrV) steel, the sockets handle the torque output of 1/2" air and electric impact tools.

A blackened phosphate coating protects the steel against rust and corrosion. The shallow 38mm socket length suits confined areas where a deep socket won't clear. Compatible with all 1/2" drive tooling - including air guns, electric wrenches, and ratchets. This set comes backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.

What's Included

• 4 x 1/2" Metric Shallow Impact Sockets: 17mm, 19mm, 22mm & 24mm

Key Features and Benefits

• Chrome Vanadium Steel: CrV construction handles the repeated torque demands of air-powered and electric impact wrenches.
• Corrosion Protection: Blackened phosphate coating guards the steel against rust during storage and use.
• 1/2" Drive Compatibility: Fits any 1/2" air tool, electric impact wrench, ratchet, or breaker bar.
• Shallow Profile: The compact form accesses fasteners in tight spaces where a longer socket will not fit.
• Lifetime Guarantee: Backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee for long-term peace of mind.

Specs & Attributes

• Drive Size: 1/2"
• Socket Length: 38mm
• Sizes: 17mm, 19mm, 22mm & 24mm
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV) Steel
• Finish: Blackened Phosphate
• Weight: 0.49kg
• Pieces: 4

Typical Applications

• Wheel nut removal and refitting on cars and light vans
• Brake caliper bolt removal
• Suspension component fasteners
• Exhaust system bolt removal
• Engine bay bolt removal
• General automotive maintenance tasks

How to Use

• Select the socket: Choose the size that matches the fastener head.

• Attach to the tool: Push the socket firmly onto the 1/2" drive square of your tool.

• Seat the socket: Place the socket squarely over the fastener before applying power.

• Set the direction: Select forward to tighten or reverse to loosen.

• Apply the tool: Run the tool steadily until the fastener moves or seats correctly.

• Finish-tighten where required: For fixings with a specified torque value, finish with a torque wrench.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the difference between shallow and deep impact sockets?
  Shallow sockets are shorter and work on fasteners that sit flush or close to a surface. Deep sockets extend further down the bolt shaft, reaching nuts on longer studs or recessed fixings a shallow socket cannot fully seat on.

• Can you use impact sockets on a standard ratchet?
  Yes. Impact sockets fit standard 1/2" hand ratchets and breaker bars without any issue. Using regular chrome sockets on an impact wrench is not safe - they can shatter under the high torque output.

• What is the difference between impact sockets and regular hand sockets?
  Impact sockets have thicker walls to absorb the repeated rotational force from air and electric impact tools. Regular hand sockets are thinner and suited only to the controlled torque from manual tools.

• What is the difference between CrV and CrMo impact sockets?
  CrMo (chrome molybdenum) steel is softer and absorbs the shock loads of repeated impact use more readily. CrV (chrome vanadium) steel is harder and is used across a range of impact socket applications, offering good corrosion resistance.

• Can impact sockets be used with a torque wrench?
  Yes. Impact sockets are compatible with torque wrenches and can be used for final tightening. For fixings with a manufacturer-specified torque value, always use a torque wrench to reach the correct figure.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 4 Piece 1/2" Shallow Impact Sockets include sizes 17mm, 19mm, 22mm, and 24mm. Made from chrome vanadium steel with a blackened phosphate coating, they suit 1/2" air tools and impact wrenches. The 38mm socket length works in tight spaces, and the set carries the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.