Blue Spot Tools Individual 24mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive) 01736

Blue Spot Tools Individual 24mm Shallow Hex Socket (1/2" Drive)

MPN: 01736

Barcode: 5028734017366

Size: 24mm

Weight: 0.11kg

Overview:

The Blue Spot Tools 24mm Shallow Hex Socket is built from chrome vanadium steel and takes a 1/2" drive for high-torque hand tool work. The six-point hex profile makes full contact with the flat faces of a fastener head, giving consistent grip through every degree of rotation.

Chrome vanadium gives the socket the hardness to resist deformation under demanding torque loads. The mirror-polished outer surface is straightforward to clean, and the knurled mid-band lets you place or recover the socket confidently when working in greasy conditions.

The 38mm depth covers bolt heads in tight areas where a deep socket would not seat square. It connects to all standard 1/2" drive tools without adapters.

Key Features and Benefits

• CrV Steel: Resists deformation under the sustained torque loads applied through 1/2" drive hand tools
• 569Nm Maximum Torque: Rated for the high-torque fasteners found across automotive and workshop applications
• Six-Point Hex Profile: Full face contact with the fastener head distributes load evenly and reduces rounding
• Mirror Polish: Straightforward to wipe clean after use in a working environment
• Knurled Band: Allows confident placement and retrieval of the socket in oily workshop conditions
• 1/2" Drive Compatibility: Works with all standard ratchets, torque wrenches, and breaker bars
• 38mm Shallow Depth: Sits square on fastener heads in areas where clearance above the bolt is restricted

Specs & Attributes

• Size: 24mm
• Drive: 1/2"
• Type: Hex (6-point)
• Material: Chrome Vanadium (CrV)
• Finish: Mirror polished with knurled grip band
• Max Torque: 569Nm
• Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 0.11kg

Typical Applications

• Wheel bearing and hub assembly fasteners
• Engine mount and cross-member bolts
• Suspension strut and anti-roll bar link fasteners
• Driveshaft and propshaft bolts
• Large metric fasteners on agricultural and plant machinery

How to Use

• Verify the Fastener Size: Measure across the flats of the bolt head or nut to confirm a 24mm fit.

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

• Seat Correctly: Place the hex opening squarely over the fastener. Check for any rocking before applying torque.

• Drive the Fastener: Apply force to tighten or loosen. Keep within the 569Nm maximum torque limit.

• Retrieve the Socket: Disengage the drive tool and use the knurled band to pull the socket free.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is a 24mm socket typically used for?
  A 24mm socket covers a range of large metric automotive fasteners, including wheel bearing housings, engine mounting bolts, and suspension components. It is a common size in general vehicle maintenance where 1/2" drive hand tools are used.

• Can shallow sockets be used with socket extension bars?
  Yes. An extension bar fits between the socket and the drive tool, adding reach without changing the socket depth. This lets a shallow socket access fasteners set back from the surface without switching to a longer socket.

• What does the torque rating on a socket mean?
  It is the maximum rotational force the socket is designed to handle when driven by hand tools. Working within this limit reduces the risk of socket failure and protects the fastener from damage. This socket is rated to 569Nm.

• What is the difference between metric and imperial socket sizes?
  Metric sockets are sized in millimetres and match metric fasteners used on most modern vehicles and machinery. Imperial sockets are measured in fractions of an inch and suit older or American-specification equipment. The two systems do not interchange; always match the socket to the fastener standard.

• What causes a socket to slip on a fastener?
  Slipping usually happens when the socket is the wrong size, when the fastener head is worn, or when the socket is not seated fully before force is applied. A six-point hex socket seated square on the fastener flats gives the maximum contact area and the lowest chance of slipping under load.

Summary

The Blue Spot Tools 24mm Shallow Hex Socket is a 1/2" drive CrV hand tool socket rated to 569Nm for large metric fasteners. The 38mm shallow depth suits bolt heads in tight spaces where overhead clearance is limited. This socket is backed by the Blue Spot Tools Lifetime Guarantee.