Blue Spot Tools Individual 16mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01728

Blue Spot Tools Individual 16mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive)

MPN: 01728

Barcode: 5028734017281

Size: 16mm

Weight: 0.06kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 16mm Shallow Hex Socket is a 1/2" drive socket built from chrome vanadium (CrV) steel for high-torque hand tool applications. The six-point hex profile sits flush against the flat faces of the fastener head, directing the applied torque exactly where it needs to be.

Chrome vanadium maintains its shape under repeated loading at the rated torque limit. The mirror-polished surface reduces grime pick-up and stays clean between jobs. The knurled band around the mid-body lets you retrieve or reposition the socket quickly without fumbling.

The 38mm depth keeps the socket compact. Any standard 1/2" drive tool connects directly.

Key Features and Benefits

• Chrome Vanadium (CrV): Maintains its shape under repeated loading at the 377Nm rated limit
• 377Nm Torque Rating: Covers high-torque hand tool applications for 16mm metric fasteners
• Six-Point Hex Profile: Seats against flat fastener faces, directing torque where it matters
• Mirror Polished Finish: Reduces grime pick-up and stays clean with minimal maintenance
• Knurled Body Band: Allows quick retrieval or repositioning without fumbling
• 1/2" Drive: Direct fit to ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars
• 38mm Compact Depth: Keeps clearance requirements low in tight working environments

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 16mm
• Drive: 1/2"
• Type: Hex (6-point)
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV)
• Finish: Mirror polished with knurled grip band
• Max Torque: 377Nm
• Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 0.06kg

Typical Applications

• Calliper slide pin bolts and bracket fasteners on various vehicle platforms
• Suspension lower arm and crossmember bolts
• Alternator and power steering pump mounting hardware
• Intake and exhaust component fasteners
• General hand tool use on 16mm metric fasteners with a 1/2" drive

How to Use

• Verify the Fastener Size: Check that the bolt head measures 16mm across the flat faces before fitting the socket.

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

• Seat Fully: Set the hex opening onto the fastener and confirm full engagement before applying any force.

• Apply Rotational Force: Drive the fastener in the required direction - do not exceed 377Nm.

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a 16mm socket used for?
  A 16mm socket covers calliper slide pins, alternator mounting bolts, suspension arm fasteners, and intake or exhaust hardware across a range of metric vehicles. It is a useful size that comes up regularly in automotive maintenance and general mechanical work.

• What does the square drive recess in a socket do?
  The square recess in the top of the socket connects to the matching square drive on the ratchet, breaker bar, or torque wrench. The square shape transfers rotational force cleanly between tool and socket. A spring-loaded ball bearing on the drive tool locates inside the socket recess to keep the socket from falling off during use.

• How do I know when a socket needs replacing?
  Replace a socket if the hex opening has worn to the point where it no longer grips the fastener flats cleanly, if there are visible cracks in the body, or if the drive recess is damaged. Using a worn or cracked socket risks rounding fasteners or unexpected failure under load.

• What is the purpose of the chamfer at the socket opening?
  The chamfer is a slight bevel machined into the edge of the hex opening. It helps guide the socket onto the fastener head quickly and accurately, particularly when working in a tight space where the fastener cannot be seen directly.

• Why do smaller sockets generally have lower torque ratings than larger ones?
  A smaller socket has less wall thickness between the hex opening and the outer body. Less steel cross-section means less capacity to carry the torque load without risk of failure. As the socket size increases, the wall section grows proportionally, and the rated torque increases to match.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 16mm Shallow Hex Socket is a CrV 1/2" drive hand tool socket rated to 377Nm. The 38mm compact depth keeps it usable in tight access points where overhead clearance is limited. This socket is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.