Socket 1/2" 22 mm (6-point) JCB JCB-44522

1/2" drive 22 mm six-point impact socket by JCB (model JCB-44522) is a tool designed for high-torque fastening and loosening of 22 mm hex fasteners. Intended for use with 1/2" square drive impact wrenches and manual ratchets, this six-point socket provides a secure contact area to minimise rounded corners and ensure efficient torque transfer. The socket is produced to meet the demands of automotive, construction and maintenance work where durability and reliable fit are required.

Advantages

This 22 mm six-point impact socket offers a tight, accurate fit on hex fasteners, reducing the risk of slipping and rounding. Its 1/2" square drive interface is compatible with common impact wrenches and ratchets, enabling quick attachment and removal. The six-point design concentrates force on flat faces of fasteners for improved torque delivery and less deformation. Constructed for repeated use under impact conditions, the socket supports consistent performance in workshop and field environments.

Suitable for

• Automotive wheel and suspension fastener removal and installation
• Construction equipment maintenance and repair
• General mechanical maintenance and heavy-duty fastening tasks
• Use with 1/2" drive impact wrenches and manual ratchets

Key specifications

• Drive size: 1/2" square drive
• Nominal socket size: 22 mm
• Point configuration: 6-point (hex)
• Intended application: impact use and manual ratchet use
• Compatible fastener type: hex head bolts and nuts

How to use

Select the 22 mm six-point socket and push it onto the 1/2" square drive of the impact wrench or ratchet until it locks in place. Place the socket squarely over the hex fastener, ensuring full engagement with the flats. When using an impact wrench, apply short bursts of power and monitor torque to avoid over-tightening; when using a manual ratchet, apply steady, controlled force. After use, detach the socket by depressing the drive detent (if present) or pulling it from the drive and inspect for wear or damage before storage.

Usage recommendations

For longest life and safest operation, use the socket with tools rated for impact service and avoid using damaged or rounded fasteners. Keep sockets clean and lightly lubricated on the drive interface to ease attachment and removal. Replace the socket if you observe significant wear, cracking, or distortion.