Blue Spot Tools Individual 22mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01734

Blue Spot Tools Individual 22mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive)

MPN: 01734

Barcode: 5028734017342

Size: 22mm

Weight: 0.09kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 22mm Shallow Hex Socket takes a 1/2" drive and is built from chrome vanadium steel for high-torque hand tool applications. The six-point hex opening sits firmly against the flat faces of the fastener head, giving consistent contact through the full arc of rotation.

Chrome vanadium provides the balance of hardness and toughness that hand-driven sockets need under load. The mirror-polished outer surface cleans quickly after use, and the knurled band at the mid-section makes the socket easy to control when hands carry grease or oil.

The 38mm depth suits bolt heads in locations where a longer socket won't have room to sit correctly. It attaches to any standard 1/2" drive tool without needing an adapter.

Key Features and Benefits

• Chrome Vanadium Steel: Balances hardness and toughness for hand-driven high-torque applications
• 569Nm Maximum Torque: Rated for demanding fasteners across automotive and workshop use
• Six-Point Hex Opening: Consistent flat-face contact reduces fastener rounding under load
• Mirror Polished Finish: Wipes clean after use and maintains its surface in working conditions
• Knurled Band: Gives control over the socket when handling with oily or greasy hands
• 1/2" Drive Fitting: Pairs directly with ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars
• Shallow 38mm Depth: Works in access points where a full-length socket won't seat properly

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 22mm
• Drive: 1/2"
• Type: Hex (6-point)
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV)
• Finish: Mirror polished with knurled grip band
• Max Torque: 569Nm
• Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 0.09kg

Typical Applications

• Wheel bolt and lug nut removal and refitting
• Suspension and steering linkage fasteners
• Exhaust manifold and downpipe bolts
• Engine accessory bracket mounting bolts
• General workshop work on 22mm metric fasteners

How to Use

• Confirm the Size: Check that the bolt head or nut measures 22mm across the flat faces before fitting.

• Connect to the Drive Tool: Attach the socket to a 1/2" drive ratchet, breaker bar, or torque wrench.

• Seat the Socket: Place the hex opening squarely onto the fastener and confirm there is no movement before applying force.

• Drive the Fastener: Apply torque in the required direction without exceeding 569Nm.

• Retrieve the Socket: Disengage the drive tool and pull the socket free using the knurled section.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a 22mm socket commonly used for?
  A 22mm socket is widely used on wheel bolts and lug nuts across a range of European vehicles, as well as suspension links, exhaust fasteners, and engine bay bolts. It is one of the more frequently needed sizes in general automotive maintenance.

• What is the difference between 3/8" drive and 1/2" drive sockets?
  Drive size refers to the square fitting that connects the ratchet to the socket. A 3/8" drive suits lighter work where torque requirements are moderate. A 1/2" drive is the standard for higher-torque applications - wheel bolts, suspension fasteners, and larger metric bolts - as the larger square connection handles greater loads without flexing or slipping.

• Why do sockets have a mirror-polished finish?
  Mirror polishing leaves a smooth, hard surface that resists corrosion and makes the socket easier to clean after use. It also reduces the pick-up of surface debris that could scratch or mark fastener heads during removal and refitting.

• What is a breaker bar, and when should it be used?
  A breaker bar is a long, fixed 1/2" drive bar with no ratchet mechanism. It applies direct leverage to stubborn fasteners that will not shift with a standard ratchet. Because there are no internal components, it handles heavy initial loads without the risk of the ratchet mechanism slipping or failing.

• Can the same socket be used on a ratchet and a torque wrench?
  Yes. Any 1/2" drive socket connects to any 1/2" drive tool - ratchets, torque wrenches, breaker bars, and sliding T-bars all use the same square drive connection. The socket itself does not change; the drive tool determines the type and amount of force applied to the fastener.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 22mm Shallow Hex Socket is a CrV, 1/2" drive hand tool socket rated to 569Nm. The compact 38mm depth suits bolt heads in areas where clearance above the fastener is tight. This socket is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.