1/2-Inch Drive 12-Point Short Hand Socket, 8-38mm Metric Sizes

Brief Overview

This 1/2-inch drive short hand socket features a 12-point (double-hex) internal profile, engineered for maximum fastener contact and reduced cam-out risk on metric bolt heads and nuts. The compact short design provides superior access in confined spaces while maintaining the durability expected in professional shop environments. Available in 19 metric sizes from 8mm to 38mm, this socket line delivers the coverage your customers need for daily automotive, industrial, and maintenance work. For shops requiring alternative point profiles, 6-point short sockets offer a complementary fastening solution for applications where maximum holding power is prioritized.

Key Features

• 12-Point Internal Profile: Double-hex design maximizes contact with fastener flats, reducing rounding and extending fastener life
• Short Socket Length: Compact design (38–46mm overall) enables access in tight engine bays and confined assembly areas
• Chrome-Plated Steel Construction: Durable, corrosion-resistant finish suitable for high-traffic shop environments
• Knurled Drive Band: Textured grip surface near the 1/2-inch square drive recess improves handling control and reduces slippage during use
• Metric Coverage 8–38mm: 19 individual sizes cover the vast majority of metric fasteners encountered in European automotive and industrial maintenance
• Precision Machining: Chamfered socket entries and smooth internal surfaces ensure smooth fastener seating and extraction

Business Advantages for Resellers

• Broad Size Range: 19 metric sizes allow customers to stock a single product line rather than juggling multiple brands
• Professional Grade Durability: Chrome-plated steel withstands daily shop abuse; minimal returns or warranty claims
• High Turnover Potential: 12-point sockets remain a staple in automotive, truck service, and industrial maintenance—consistent demand across customer segments
• Competitive Margin: OEM manufacturing cost structure supports healthy wholesale margins while remaining price-competitive against branded alternatives
• Inventory Flexibility: Short socket length is ideal for cross-selling with ratchets, extensions, and impact tools

Technical Specifications

Part Number	Size (mm)	D1 Drive Diameter (mm)	D2 Outer Diameter (mm)	T Wall Thickness (mm)	Overall Length (mm)
524208	8	13.2	22	12	38
524209	9	14.2	22	12	38
524210	10	15.2	22	12	38
524211	11	16.4	22	12	38
524212	12	17.7	22	12	38
524213	13	18.9	22	12	38
524214	14	20.2	22	12	38
524215	15	21.4	21	12	38
524216	16	22	21	12	38
524217	17	23.9	22	12	38
524219	19	28	23	14	38
524221	21	32	25	14	38
524224	24	36	28	16	38
524227	27	40	30	18	42
524230	30	42	34	22	44
524232	32	42	36	22	44
524233	33	42	36	22	44
524234	34	42	36	22	44
524235	35	42	36	22	44
524236	36	48	42	22	46
524238	38	48	42	22	46

Ideal Applications

• Automotive Service: Engine rebuilds, suspension work, and brake service where metric fasteners dominate
• Industrial Maintenance: Machine assembly and disassembly requiring reliable metric socket coverage
• Truck and Fleet Service: Heavy-duty applications where durability and consistent performance are non-negotiable
• Production Assembly: High-volume fastening operations where socket longevity directly impacts labor efficiency

Call to Action

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