Socket bit 1/2" 6‑point 24 mm long — NEO Tools 08-048

NEO Tools 1/2" long 6-point socket, 24 mm (model 08-048) is a hardened steel hand tool designed for fastening and loosening hexagonal nuts and bolts with a 24 mm head using a 1/2" drive. The extended length provides extra reach for recessed fasteners and work in confined spaces. The 6-point profile reduces rounding of fastener corners and delivers secure torque transfer when used with compatible ratchets, torque wrenches or socket extensions.

Advantages

The long 6-point design gives improved access to fasteners located deep inside assemblies while maintaining good contact on the flat faces of the hex head to minimise slippage. Constructed from heat-treated steel with a corrosion-resistant finish, the socket is built for repeated use in workshop and field conditions. The 1/2" drive interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of professional and consumer hand tools.

Suitable for

• Automotive repair and maintenance where deeper sockets are required
• Mechanical assembly and disassembly in machinery and equipment
• DIY projects that involve hex bolts in recessed or hard-to-reach locations
• Use with ratchets, torque wrenches and extensions for controlled tightening

Key specifications

• Drive size: 1/2" compatible
• Socket profile: 6-point (hex)
• Nominal size: 24 mm across flats
• Length: long version for extended reach
• Material: heat-treated steel with corrosion-resistant finish

How to use

Select the 24 mm 6-point socket and attach it securely to a 1/2" ratchet, torque wrench or extension. Engage the socket squarely with the hex fastener ensuring full contact on the flat faces to avoid rounding. Apply torque steadily; when using a torque wrench follow the torque value specified for the fastener. After use, clean any debris from the socket and store it in a tool tray or case to protect the finish and maintain fit accuracy.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the 6-point long socket with matching 24 mm fasteners and a properly sized 1/2" drive tool. Avoid using cheater bars or excessive impact beyond the tool’s intended hand-use rating; when precise torque is required, use a calibrated torque wrench. Regularly inspect the socket for wear or damage and replace if the hex profile becomes rounded or the drive connection is deformed.