1/4-Inch Drive 12-Point Long Hand Socket

Brief Overview

This 1/4-inch drive long hand socket delivers the precision needed for detailed mechanical work where standard sockets fall short. The extended shaft design provides reach into recessed or tight fastening points, making it indispensable for precision assembly, electronics maintenance, and intricate automotive tasks. The 12-point geometry reduces the risk of rounding fastener corners—a critical advantage when working with delicate or stripped fasteners. Whether you're stocking a precision tool kit or building reseller inventory, these sockets pair seamlessly with complementary 3/8-inch drive long sockets for complete workshop coverage.

Key Features

• 12-Point Profile: Engages fasteners more gently than 6-point designs, reducing wear and preventing corner rounding on softer metals
• Extended Shaft Design: Long, slender construction reaches into recessed or deep-set fastening points where standard sockets cannot access
• Knurled Shoulder Collar: Provides secure hand grip and prevents accidental slipping during delicate work
• Chrome-Plated Finish: Corrosion-resistant satin chrome plating ensures durability in varied workshop conditions
• 1/4-Inch Drive Compatibility: Works with all standard 1/4-inch drive ratchets and torque wrenches
• Size Range 4–14mm: Fourteen discrete sizes cover the majority of precision fastening applications

Business Advantages for Resellers

Margin-Friendly Bulk Opportunity: These sockets command strong wholesale demand from precision mechanics, assembly technicians, and electronics repair shops. The extended size range allows you to position complete sets or individual sizes based on customer preference, maximizing SKU rotation and repeat orders.

Differentiation in Precision Work: Resellers can emphasize the 12-point design as the professional choice for avoiding fastener damage—a key selling point when competing against lower-cost 6-point alternatives. Position these as essential for customers working with aluminum, brass, or previously damaged fasteners.

Cross-Sell with Drive Sizes: Stock other 1/4-inch drive long socket options alongside these to build complete drive system offerings, encouraging larger basket purchases.

Technical Specifications

Size (mm)	Socket OD (mm)	Body OD (mm)	Wall Thickness (mm)	Length (mm)	Drive Size
4	6.8	11.9	5	50	1/4″
4.5	7.1	11.9	5	50	1/4″
5	8	11.9	5	50	1/4″
5.5	8.3	11.9	5	50	1/4″
6	9.3	11.9	5	50	1/4″
7	10.5	11.9	5	50	1/4″
8	11.9	11.9	5	50	1/4″
9	13	13	8	50	1/4″
10	14	14	8	50	1/4″
11	15.9	15.9	8	50	1/4″
12	16.9	16.9	10	50	1/4″
13	17.8	17.8	10	50	1/4″
14	19.6	19.6	10	50	1/4″

Application Profile

Ideal For:

• Precision assembly and sub-assembly operations
• Electronics and control system fastening
• Aerospace and motorsport detailed work
• Dental and medical equipment maintenance
• Model and prototype assembly

Why This Socket Works: The 50mm overall length and narrow shank enable access into recessed or pocket-style fastening points. The 12-point design is forgiving on softer metals and previously damaged fasteners—common realities in precision work environments. Wall thickness scaling (5mm for sizes 4–8, 8mm for 9–11, 10mm for 12–14) maintains structural integrity without unnecessary bulk.

Reseller Value Proposition

Stock these sockets to serve the precision and repair market segment—a consistently profitable niche. The 14-size range allows flexible positioning: sell complete sets to established shops or individual sizes to technicians building custom kits. The long-socket design creates natural upsell opportunities when customers discover the reach advantage over standard sockets.