Blue Spot Tools Individual 10mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01722

Blue Spot Tools Individual 10mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive)

MPN: 01722

Barcode: 5028734017229

Size: 10mm

Weight: 0.06kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 10mm Shallow Hex Socket is a chrome vanadium, 1/2" drive socket rated to 147Nm for hand tool applications. CrV steel keeps its shape under the torque loads applied through ratchets and breaker bars.

Mirror polishing covers the outer body, and the knurled band at the mid-section gives a grip reference when positioning. At 38mm deep, it suits fasteners in areas where clearance is limited and attaches to any 1/2" drive tool directly.

Key Features and Benefits

• Chrome Vanadium: Keeps its shape under the loads applied through 1/2" drive hand tools
• 147Nm Rating: Rated for hand-driven high-torque work on 10mm metric fasteners
• Six-Point Hex Opening: Maintains flat-face contact with fastener heads through rotation
• Mirror Polished Outer Body: Corrosion-resistant surface that wipes clean between uses
• Knurled Band: Grip reference when positioning the socket in confined working conditions
• 1/2" Drive: Attaches to ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars
• 38mm Depth: Suits fasteners in areas where available clearance is limited

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 10mm
• Drive: 1/2"
• Type: Hex (6-point)
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV)
• Finish: Mirror polished with knurled grip band
• Max Torque: 147Nm
• Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 0.06kg

Typical Applications

• Body panel and interior trim fasteners
• Battery terminal hardware on certain vehicle platforms
• Small bracket and sensor mounting bolts
• Electrical component fixings
• General hand tool work on 10mm metric fasteners with 1/2" drive tools

How to Use

• Measure the Fastener: Check the bolt head is 10mm across the flat faces before fitting the socket.

• 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 on the fastener and confirm no movement before applying force.

• Apply Rotational Force: Drive the fastener in the correct direction, staying within 147Nm.

• Remove the Socket: Disengage the drive tool and pull the socket free using the knurled band.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a 10mm socket commonly used for?
  A 10mm socket is one of the most widely used sizes in automotive work, covering body panel bolts, battery terminal clamps, sensor brackets, and interior trim fixings across a broad range of metric vehicles.

• What does "designed for high-torque applications" mean on a socket?
  It indicates the socket is built to handle the sustained rotational loads associated with hand tool use on demanding fasteners. This covers the CrV material specification and the wall thickness required to carry the rated maximum torque without deforming or failing under load.

• What is the difference between a standard socket and a hex bit socket?
  A standard socket has an open hex internal profile that fits over the outside of a bolt head or nut. A hex bit socket has a solid hex driver tip built into its opening, designed to engage the recessed hex socket in a bolt rather than its outer head. They suit different fastener types and are not interchangeable.

• What is a ratchet pawl, and how does it affect torque application?
  The pawl is the spring-loaded tooth inside the ratchet head that engages the ratchet ring in the driving direction and skips over it on the return stroke. This allows rotation in one direction and free movement in the other. The number and size of the pawl teeth determine how fine the ratchet action is and how far the handle must move between engagements.

• Can sockets be recycled at the end of their working life?
  Chrome vanadium steel tools can be recycled through scrap metal collection. Many local household waste recycling centres accept scrap metal as a separate stream. Check with your local authority or a scrap metal dealer for the correct route in your area.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 10mm Shallow Hex Socket is a CrV 1/2" drive hand tool socket rated to 147Nm for small metric fastener applications. The 38mm depth keeps the socket usable where overhead clearance is restricted. This socket is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.