This is a 24mm, 6‑point deep socket with a 1/2 inch square drive intended for use with hand ratchets, extensions and torque wrenches to access recessed or hard‑to‑reach hex head nuts and bolts. The extra depth allows the socket to clear long studs and bolts while the 6‑point profile grips the flat faces of fasteners to reduce rounding under load.

The socket is manufactured from chrome vanadium steel (Cr‑V), heat treated and tempered to provide the toughness required for routine workshop and industrial maintenance. The exterior is bright chrome plated to give corrosion resistance and ease of cleaning. The tool dimensions conform to common square‑drive socket standards (for example DIN 3124 / ISO 1174) so the 1/2" (12.7mm) square drive fits standard drive tools and accessories. The head type is a six‑point (hex) recessed face and the drive type is a 1/2" male square; it is compatible with retaining pins or friction rings where provided by the user’s ratchet or extension.

Typical applications include automotive and commercial vehicle repair, plant maintenance, agricultural machinery servicing and mechanical assembly where deeper access is needed to reach nuts on long studs or within housings. The 6‑point configuration is particularly suitable where higher torque is required on hex fasteners, such as wheel nuts and structural fittings, because it distributes load across flats rather than corners.

Key benefits include the material strength of Cr‑V steel for resistance to impact and wear, and the chrome finish which helps protect against rust in workshop environments. The 6‑point design improves contact with fasteners and reduces slippage compared with 12‑point alternatives, while the deep length enhances versatility across a wider range of fastener lengths. The socket is compatible with standard 1/2" drive accessories including extensions, universal joints and torque tools.

Duchy Fasteners stocks this socket in single pieces and as part of metric socket sets. Our range covers common metric sizes and pack options to suit trade and industrial requirements; if you need alternative lengths or set configurations please contact us for availability.