Brake Caliper Socket – 1/2-Inch Drive, 15mm, 10-Point Profile

Brief Overview

This is a specialized brake caliper socket designed specifically for VW, Audi, and Porsche luxury and performance vehicles. The 10-point splined profile ensures precise engagement with brake caliper fasteners, eliminating cam-out and fastener rounding—critical when servicing high-value vehicles where damage is costly. Built from impact-rated hardened steel with black oxide coating, this socket delivers the durability and accuracy professional technicians demand. Stock this alongside extended-length brake caliper solutions to cover your full brake service portfolio.

Key Features

• 1/2-Inch Drive – Compatible with standard ratchets, breaker bars, and pneumatic tools
• 15mm Size – OEM-specified for Audi Q7, A8, S6, S8 and Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Cayman
• 10-Point Spline Profile – Precision engagement prevents fastener damage and cam-out
• 50mm Deep Length – Adequate reach for most brake caliper mounting bolts
• Impact-Rated Steel – Hardened tool steel with black oxide finish resists corrosion and wear
• Retaining Pin Feature – Shallow groove and through-hole for secure socket retention on extensions or breaker bars

Why This Matters for Your Shop

Premium Vehicle Segment: Audi and Porsche brake service commands premium labor rates. Fastener damage on these vehicles is expensive to repair—stripped threads require helicoil inserts or rethreading. This precision socket eliminates that risk.

Reduced Comebacks: The 10-point profile is purpose-built for these caliper fasteners. Generic sockets slip and round corners; this socket grips.

Professional Appearance: When your technician uses the correct tool, it signals competence to the customer. This builds trust and justifies your pricing.

Technical Specifications

Drive	Fastener Size	Outside Diameter	Length	Weight
1/2"	15mm	24.80mm	50mm	92g

Recommended Applications

• Audi: Q7, A8, S6, S8 brake caliper service
• Porsche: Macan, Cayenne, Cayman brake system maintenance
• Volkswagen: High-performance and luxury models using same fastener specification

Business Value

Stock depth matters in brake service. This socket fills a critical gap for European luxury vehicle work. Pair it with brake caliper thread repair kits to offer complete fastener solutions when damage occurs—turning a potential liability into an upsell opportunity.

Stock This Tool: Brake caliper service is routine maintenance across premium vehicle shops. Keep it in your 1/2-inch drive rack as a standard line item.