Socket 17 mm 3/4" 12-point Honiton RF-56917

Honiton Socket 17 mm 3/4" 12-point (model RF-56917) is a precision tool designed for use with 3/4" drive ratchets and torque wrenches. The socket provides 12-point engagement for hexagonal fasteners and bolts with a 17 mm head, offering a compact fit in confined spaces while maintaining reliable contact surface area. Constructed for automotive, industrial, and heavy-duty maintenance applications, the socket is intended to deliver accurate torque transfer and consistent fit on compatible fasteners.

Advantages

The 12-point geometry allows easier alignment with fastener heads and permits engagement in tighter angles compared with some 6-point designs. A 3/4" drive interface provides robust connection to matching ratchets and torque tools, suitable for higher-torque applications. The 17 mm sizing meets common metric fastener standards, enabling broad compatibility in automotive and machinery maintenance. The socket's design emphasizes precise fit and dependable torque transmission to reduce slipping and rounding of fastener edges when used correctly.

Suitable for

• Automotive repair and wheel or engine fasteners requiring a 17 mm socket
• Industrial machinery maintenance and assembly tasks with metric bolts
• Heavy-duty service operations where a 3/4" drive is required for high torque
• Tight or confined spaces where 12-point engagement aids quick alignment

Key specifications

• Socket size: 17 mm (hexagonal fastener engagement)
• Drive size: 3/4" drive interface for ratchets and torque wrenches
• Point count: 12-point internal geometry for multi-angle engagement
• Application: metric fasteners, suitable for automotive and industrial use
• Fit: designed for use with compatible 3/4" drive tools and sockets sets

How to use

Select the 17 mm 12-point socket and attach it securely to a compatible 3/4" drive ratchet, breaker bar, or torque wrench. Position the socket squarely over the fastener head and apply torque steadily, ensuring correct torque settings when using a torque wrench. When loosening, use controlled force to avoid sudden slipping; when tightening, observe the recommended torque values for the fastener to prevent over-tightening. After use, inspect the socket and fastener for wear and store the socket in a clean, dry tool case.

Usage recommendations

Use this 12-point 17 mm socket with tools rated for 3/4" drives and appropriate torque capacity. For high-torque applications, prefer a torque wrench or breaker bar compatible with the drive size and follow manufacturer torque specifications for the fasteners to avoid damage. Avoid using damaged sockets or applying extensions that exceed the tool's rated capacity.