# Socket 12-point 1/2" 30 mm Honiton H1730

**URL:** https://aio.lv/en/product--honiton-h1730--12255145
**Data updated:** 2026-04-14 22:28 (EEST)
**Category:** Screwdriver Bits
**Manufacturer:** Honiton
**Manufacturer code:** H1730
**EAN:** 5900774517306
**Warranty:** 2 Years
**Availability:** Out of stock

## Summary description

Honiton H1730 12-point socket with 1/2" drive and 30 mm size. Steel hand tool designed for tightening and loosening fasteners with a 12-point profile, compatible with 1/2-inch ratchets and extensions. Suitable for automotive, mechanical and maintenance work where access and grip on hexagonal or rounded bolt heads are required.

## Long description

Honiton H1730 is a 12-point socket with a 1/2" square drive and a 30 mm opening. Made of steel, this hand tool is designed for tightening and loosening fasteners with a 12-point profile and is compatible with standard 1/2-inch ratchets, torque wrenches and extension bars. The 12-point geometry allows engagement on hexagonal and slightly rounded bolt heads, offering more indexing positions in confined spaces compared with 6-point sockets.
Advantages
The Honiton 12-point 1/2" 30 mm socket provides reliable fit and torque transfer for automotive, mechanical and maintenance tasks. Its steel construction ensures durability under repeated use, and the 12-point design improves access to bolts with limited clearance by providing more engagement angles. Compatibility with common 1/2" drive tools makes it easy to integrate into existing tool sets.
Suitable for
Automotive repair and tyre/hub work where 30 mm fasteners appear
Mechanical maintenance on machinery and equipment with hexagonal or rounded bolt heads
Workshop use with 1/2" ratchets, breaker bars and torque wrenches
Situations requiring more indexing positions in tight spaces
When it may not be suitable
This 12-point socket is not designed for use with impact tools; the steel and finish are intended for hand-operated ratchets and torque wrenches. For severely rounded, damaged or non-standard fasteners a specialty extractor or a 6-point deep socket may be more appropriate to reduce slipping and rounding.
Key specifications
Drive size: 1/2" (square)
Socket profile: 12-point
Size (opening): 30 mm
Material: steel
How to use
Select the Honiton 30 mm 12-point socket and attach it securely to a compatible 1/2" drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench. Position the socket fully onto the fastener to ensure correct engagement of the 12 points, then apply steady torque in the required direction. When loosening high-torque fasteners, use controlled force and consider an extension or breaker bar for additional leverage. After use, clean the socket of dirt and lubricants and store it in a dry place to prevent corrosion.
What to consider before purchase
Confirm the fastener size is 30 mm and suitable for a 12-point profile
Verify compatibility with your 1/2" drive tools (ratchet, torque wrench, extensions)
Consider whether hand use is sufficient or if an impact-rated socket is required for your tasks
Usage recommendations
Use the Honiton H1730 with hand-operated 1/2" drive tools for best results. Avoid using it with impact wrenches. For torque-critical applications, use a calibrated torque wrench and ensure the socket fully seats on the fastener to prevent rounding.

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### What is the warranty period?

All Honiton products come with an official 2 Years warranty. It covers all manufacturing defects and malfunctions that may occur during use. The warranty is valid at all authorized Honiton service centers and through AiO.lv

### Can the product be returned after purchase?

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