Socket wrench BAHCO 1936M-13-17 — double open sockets 13/17 mm, shank 14.7 cm

BAHCO 1936M-13-17 is a single-piece tubular socket wrench with dual open sockets for 13 mm and 17 mm nuts and bolts. The tool measures 14.7 cm in shank length and weighs approximately 160 g, making it compact and easy to handle for manual tightening and loosening in automotive repair, general maintenance and light assembly work. The straight tubular design and chrome-plated micro-matte finish provide a durable surface resistant to wear in workshop conditions.

Advantages

The double-ended design eliminates the need to carry two separate wrenches for 13 mm and 17 mm fasteners, saving space in a toolkit and speeding up task transitions. Constructed from chrome-molybdenum steel and finished with a micro-matte chrome plating, the tool offers strength, corrosion resistance and a comfortable balance for manual use. The compact shank length allows access in moderately confined areas where longer wrenches would be impractical.

Suitable for

• Automotive nut and bolt tightening and loosening (13 mm and 17 mm)
• Routine maintenance and repair tasks around machinery and equipment
• Light assembly and disassembly work in workshops and garages
• Situations requiring a compact, single-piece socket wrench for moderate-access areas

Key specifications

• Socket sizes: 13 mm and 17 mm
• Shank length: 14.7 cm
• Weight: approx. 160 g
• Tool type: tubular, straight double open sockets
• Material: chrome-molybdenum steel
• Surface finish: chrome plated, micro-matte
• Applicable standard: DIN 896-B

How to use

Select the appropriate end of the BAHCO 1936M-13-17 that matches the fastener size (13 mm or 17 mm). Position the socket over the nut or bolt head, ensuring a full engagement with the flats to reduce rounding. Apply steady manual force to tighten or loosen the fastener, using controlled torque to avoid overstressing the fastener or tool. For confined spaces, orient the straight tubular shank to gain the best access and avoid applying side loads that could damage the wrench or fastener.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the socket ends regularly for wear or deformation and keep the tool clean and lightly oiled to maintain the chrome-matte finish. Use the wrench only for manual operations within its size and strength limits; avoid using cheater bars or impact tools on this hand tool. Store in a dry toolbox or on a tool rack to preserve material integrity and finish.