

1/2-Inch Drive 6-Point Short Impact Socket, 8–36mm
Heavy-duty 6-point impact socket for 1/2-inch drive tools. Range from 8mm to 36mm with matte black impact-grade coating.
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1/2-Inch Drive 6-Point Short Impact Socket
Brief Overview
Built for pneumatic impact wrenches and high-torque applications, this 1/2-inch drive 6-point short impact socket delivers the durability and precision that professional mechanics and shops demand. The 6-point design maximizes fastener grip and minimizes cam-out damage, making it ideal for demanding automotive and industrial work. With sizes spanning 8mm to 36mm, this socket covers the majority of common fastener applications. We also offer larger-capacity 3/4-inch drive alternatives for heavier fastening tasks and complementary socket sets to round out your tool inventory.
Key Features
- 6-Point Internal Profile: Reduces rounding and fastener damage compared to 12-point designs; provides superior engagement on standard hex fasteners
- Short Socket Length: Compact design enables access to tight spaces and reduces leverage strain on impact tools
- Matte Black Impact-Grade Coating: Corrosion-resistant finish withstands shop environments and repeated high-torque cycling
- Heavy-Walled Construction: Absorbs impact energy without deformation; designed specifically for pneumatic impact wrench use
- Retaining Pin Hole: Through-hole in drive shank accommodates detent ball or retaining pin for secure attachment
- 1/2-Inch Square Drive: Compatible with all standard 1/2-inch drive impact wrenches and ratchets
Business Advantages for Resellers
This socket range is a core inventory item for any shop or tool distributor:
- High Turnover: 6-point short sockets are consumable-adjacent—shops rebuy frequently due to wear, loss, or inventory rotation
- Essential Size Coverage: 8mm to 36mm covers 90% of automotive fastening (wheels, engine components, suspension)
- Impulse Add-On: Mechanics purchasing impact wrenches will routinely add sockets to their order; position this as a bundle opportunity
- Professional Grade: Heavy-walled construction commands margin over consumer-grade alternatives while justifying bulk orders
- Margin-Friendly: Lightweight to stock, zero spoilage, excellent shelf life
Technical Specifications
| Size (mm) | D1 (mm) | D2 (mm) | T (mm) | L (mm) | SKU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 17 | 24 | 9.5 | 38 | 524608P |
| 10 | 17 | 24 | 9.5 | 38 | 524610P |
| 13 | 21 | 24 | 9.5 | 38 | 524613P |
| 17 | 26 | 26 | 9.5 | 38 | 524617P |
| 18 | 28 | 28 | 9.5 | 38 | 524618P |
| 19 | 28 | 28 | 9.5 | 38 | 524619P |
| 21 | 30 | 30 | 11 | 38 | 524621P |
| 22 | 32 | 30 | 13 | 38 | 524622P |
| 23 | 34 | 30 | 13 | 38 | 524623P |
| 24 | 34 | 30 | 13 | 38 | 524624P |
| 26 | 38 | 30 | 13 | 40 | 524626P |
| 27 | 38 | 30 | 13 | 40 | 524627P |
| 28 | 40 | 30 | 16.5 | 42 | 524628P |
| 30 | 42 | 30 | 16.5 | 44 | 524630P |
| 32 | 44 | 30 | 17 | 44 | 524632P |
| 34 | 46 | 30 | 20 | 44 | 524634P |
| 36 | 48 | 30 | 20 | 48 | 524636P |
Note: D1 and D2 represent the outer diameter dimensions at key points; L indicates overall socket length; T represents wall thickness at critical zones.
Application Context
This socket range is purpose-built for:
- Automotive assembly and disassembly (wheels, brake lines, suspension fasteners)
- Engine work (head bolts, intake/exhaust fastener removal)
- Industrial maintenance (machinery assembly, equipment fastening)
- Pneumatic impact wrench applications (high-speed, high-torque scenarios)
The short design is particularly valuable in confined spaces where standard-length sockets cannot reach or create excessive leverage.
Why Order in Bulk
Stock this socket range as a standing inventory item. The 8–36mm coverage aligns perfectly with metric fastener standards used across European and global automotive industries. Mechanics will need replacement sockets regularly; position this as a high-velocity SKU that drives repeat orders and builds customer loyalty.
Ready to integrate this into your catalog? Order full size sets or individual SKUs—we support both bulk orders and selective restocking. Contact our sales team for distributor pricing and minimum order quantities.