Socket 1/2" 12 mm long, 6-point — NEO Tools 08-042

Long 6-point socket from NEO Tools, size 1/2" drive and 12 mm bore. This socket is designed to reach hex fasteners located in deeper or recessed positions where a standard-length socket cannot access. The 6-point profile provides secure engagement with bolt heads and nuts, reducing the risk of rounding and improving torque transfer. It is compatible with standard 1/2" ratchets and torque tools commonly used in automotive, mechanical and general maintenance work.

Advantages

The extended length offers additional reach for fasteners in tight or recessed spaces while maintaining strength and durability. The 6-point geometry ensures a firm grip on hex fasteners and minimizes slippage under high torque. The socket is designed for use with 1/2" drive handles, ratchets and torque wrenches, providing broad compatibility with common hand tools. Its construction supports repeated workshop use and routine maintenance tasks.

Suitable for

• Accessing hex bolts and nuts in deep or recessed locations
• Automotive repair tasks such as engine, suspension and brake component work
• Mechanical maintenance and machinery servicing where extra reach is needed
• General workshop and home maintenance requiring a durable 12 mm socket

Key specifications

• Drive size: 1/2" (12.7 mm)
• Socket bore diameter: 12 mm
• Point configuration: 6-point (hex)
• Socket type: long/reach
• Material: chrome-plated alloy steel (workshop-grade construction)

How to use

Select the 12 mm long socket and attach it securely to a compatible 1/2" drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench. Position the socket over the hex fastener, ensuring full seating on the flats of the bolt or nut to avoid rounding. Apply steady torque, turning the ratchet or wrench in the desired direction until the fastener is loosened or tightened to the required specification. For high-torque applications use a torque wrench calibrated to the specified torque value.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the socket for wear or damage before use and keep mating tools clean to ensure proper engagement. Use the correct 12 mm size to prevent rounding fastener heads and apply torque within the tool’s rated limits. Store the socket in a dry toolbox or socket rail to protect the finish and maintain fit.