Blue Spot Tools Individual 23mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01735

Blue Spot Tools Individual 23mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive)

MPN: 01735

Barcode: 5028734017359

Size: 23mm

Weight: 0.12kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 23mm Shallow Hex Socket is a chrome vanadium, 1/2" drive hand tool socket for high-torque applications. CrV steel construction holds up under the load applied through ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars.

The mirror-polished body is straightforward to wipe down after use in a workshop environment. A knurled band around the mid-section provides a tactile grip surface when placing or removing the socket by hand in oily conditions.

At 38mm deep, the socket works on bolt heads in spaces where overhead clearance is restricted. Any standard 1/2" drive tool connects directly - no adapter required.

Key Features and Benefits

• CrV Construction: Holds up under sustained torque loads from 1/2" drive hand tools
• 569Nm Torque Rating: Handles a range of larger automotive and workshop fasteners
• Six-Point Hex Profile: Contacts the flat faces of fastener heads to reduce rounding under load
• Mirror Polished Body: Straightforward to clean down after use in a working environment
• Knurled Grip Band: Tactile surface for confident socket placement in oily conditions
• 1/2" Drive Compatibility: Connects to ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars without adapters
• 38mm Shallow Depth: Sits square on fastener heads where overhead clearance is limited

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 23mm
• Drive: 1/2"
• Type: Hex (6-point)
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV)
• Finish: Mirror polished with knurled grip band
• Max Torque: 569Nm
• Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 0.12kg

Typical Applications

• Differential and axle carrier bolts
• Suspension link and control arm fasteners
• Engine bay bracket and mounting bolts
• Workshop bench work on mid-format metric fasteners
• Agricultural and plant machinery bolts

How to Use

• Check the Fastener Size: Confirm the bolt head or nut measures 23mm across the flats before starting.

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

• Seat the Socket: Lower the hex opening onto the fastener and check that it sits flat with no play before applying force.

• Apply Torque: Drive the fastener in the required direction - do not exceed 569Nm.

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a 23mm socket typically used for?
  A 23mm socket covers mid-range metric fasteners found on suspension links, engine bay brackets, and various chassis components. It is a common size across European and Japanese vehicle platforms.

• What is the difference between a socket and a combination spanner?
  A socket fits over the entire head of a fastener and is driven by a ratchet or other 1/2" drive tool, allowing continuous rotation without repositioning. A combination spanner contacts the fastener from the side and must be lifted and reset on each stroke. For high-torque work on accessible fasteners, a socket and breaker bar give more leverage and speed.

• When should you use a torque wrench with a socket?
  A torque wrench is the correct choice when a fastener must be tightened to a specific value given by the vehicle or equipment manufacturer. Wheel bolts, cylinder head bolts, and suspension fasteners all require controlled torque - guessing by feel risks either under-tightening or damaging the fastener and surrounding components.

• What does the size marking stamped on a socket refer to?
  The size stamped on the socket body is the measurement across the flats - the distance between two opposing flat inner faces of the hex opening. This corresponds to the same measurement taken across the flat faces of the bolt head or nut it is designed to fit.

• Is it safe to use a socket on a worn or damaged fastener head?
  A six-point hex socket gives the best chance of gripping a worn fastener, as force is applied across the flat faces rather than the corners. If the fastener head is significantly rounded, a standard socket may not hold under torque, and a specialist extraction socket or alternative removal method may be needed.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 23mm Shallow Hex Socket is a CrV 1/2" drive socket for high-torque hand tool work on mid-range metric fasteners. The 38mm depth makes it suitable for bolt heads in tight access points where overhead clearance is restricted. This socket is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.