- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 6 mm
Socket sets for bolts and nuts in any size
A socket set brings every socket size, a ratchet and the matching adapters together in one organised case, so you always have the right size to hand for any bolt or nut. For assembly, maintenance and automotive work that is quicker and more reliable than hunting for loose spanners. When choosing, look at the number of drive squares, the socket sizes included and the quality of the ratchet.
A fine tooth count lets you keep turning in tight spaces with small swings, which helps between pipes and in engine bays. For cordless and air wrenches you pick reinforced sockets built for sudden loads, recognisable by their tough black finish that absorbs the shocks. Check whether the set holds six-point or twelve-point sockets: six-point grips flatter and is gentler on the bolt.
Alongside standard sockets you will find sets with bit sockets for screw profiles and deep sockets for recessed bolts. Bosch, DeWalt, Gedore and Makita supply complete sets in a clear holder, so you can see at a glance which socket is missing.
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 8 mm
- Max. width across flats: 13 mm
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 7 mm
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 8 mm
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Quantity per set: 6
- Min. width across flats: 8 mm
- Max. width across flats: 13 mm
- Quantity per set: 5
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 7 mm
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 6 mm
- Min. width across flats: 7 mm
- Max. width across flats: 13 mm
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 8 mm
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Min. width across flats: 1/4 inch
- Min. width across flats: 8 mm
- Max. width across flats: 13 mm
- Quantity per set: 4
- Shank size: 1/4 inch
- Shank type: External hexagon
- Quantity per set: 6