Blue Spot Tools Individual 13mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01725

Blue Spot Tools Individual 13mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01725

MPN: 01725

Barcode: 5028734017250

Size: 13mm

Weight: 0.06kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 13mm Shallow Hex Socket is a 1/2" drive CrV steel socket rated to 249Nm for hand tool applications. Chrome vanadium delivers the torque capacity and wear resistance required for smaller metric fasteners across automotive and workshop use.

The mirror polish gives the socket body a clean, reflective surface that picks up less workshop grime than a matte finish. The knurled ring at the mid-body creates a defined grip point, making the socket easy to handle and position when working overhead or in confined areas.

The 38mm depth keeps the overall socket length short, which helps in crowded engine bays or areas where surrounding components limit the available clearance. It fits all standard 1/2" drive hand tools.

Key Features and Benefits

• CrV Steel: Delivers the torque capacity and wear resistance for smaller metric fasteners in hand tool use
• 249Nm Rating: Covers high-torque hand tool demands for 13mm metric fasteners
• Six-Point Hex Profile: Engages flat fastener faces to reduce corner loading during rotation
• Mirror Polish: Reflective surface that picks up less grime than a matte finish
• Knurled Mid-Body Ring: Defined grip point for easy handling when working overhead or in cramped spaces
• 1/2" Drive: Fits all standard ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars
• 38mm Short Depth: Aids clearance in crowded engine bays where surrounding components limit space

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 13mm
• Drive: 1/2"
• Type: Hex (6-point)
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV)
• Finish: Mirror polished with knurled grip band
• Max Torque: 249Nm
• Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 0.06kg

Typical Applications

• Engine and gearbox casing cover bolts
• Fuel system bracket and component fasteners
• Electrical component and sensor mounting hardware
• Bodywork and trim bracket fasteners
• General 1/2" drive hand tool works on 13mm metric fasteners

How to Use

• Measure the Fastener: Confirm the bolt head is 13mm across the flat faces before fitting the socket.

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

• Seat the Socket: Lower the hex opening onto the fastener and confirm it is square and fully seated before applying force.

• Apply Controlled Force: Tighten or loosen the fastener - stay within the 249Nm torque rating.

• Remove the Socket: Disengage the drive tool and use the knurled ring to pull the socket clear.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a 13mm socket used for?
  A 13mm socket covers engine and gearbox cover fasteners, fuel system bracket bolts, electrical component mounting hardware, and bodywork fixings across a range of metric vehicles. It is a frequently used size for smaller-format workshop and automotive tasks.

• What is the practical difference between 1/2" drive and 1/4" drive for socket selection?
  Drive size refers to the square connection between the ratchet and the socket. A 1/4" drive is suited to low-torque work on small fasteners in tight spaces. A 1/2" drive handles higher torque loads - even at smaller socket sizes, where the bolt head may be compact but the fastener still requires significant clamping force to meet its specification.

• Can chrome vanadium sockets be cleaned with solvent or degreaser?
  Yes. Workshop solvents and degreasers are safe on mirror-polished chrome vanadium sockets. After cleaning, dry the socket thoroughly to prevent moisture from sitting in the drive recess. Avoid abrasive cleaners that could scratch the polished surface finish.

• What is the relationship between socket size and bolt or thread size?
  Socket size refers to the measurement across the flat faces of the bolt head or nut - not the thread diameter. A 13mm socket fits any hexagonal fastener head with a 13mm flat-to-flat measurement, which may correspond to different thread diameters depending on the bolt specification. Always measure the head, not the thread.

• Can a 1/2" drive socket be used in plumbing or electrical work?
  Yes. A socket works on any hexagonal fastener of the correct size, regardless of the application. Conduit fittings, pipe union nuts, electrical panel fasteners, and similar hexagonal hardware all accept a standard hex socket of the matching size. The 1/2" drive simply determines the tool used to turn it.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 13mm Shallow Hex Socket is a CrV 1/2" drive hand tool socket rated to 249Nm. The 38mm depth suits fastener heads in crowded engine bays and tight access points. This socket is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.