Socket 1/2" 6-point 21 mm long — NEO tools 08-056

Long 6‑point socket by NEO tools in size 21 mm with a 1/2" drive. The extended profile provides increased reach for working with recessed or hard-to-reach hex fasteners. Constructed for standard workshop, automotive and maintenance use, the socket offers full six-point contact to reduce rounding of bolt heads and nuts while delivering reliable torque transfer from a 1/2" ratchet or breaker bar.

Advantages

The long 6‑point design ensures better grip on hexagonal fasteners and lowers the risk of slippage and rounding. The 1/2" drive size is compatible with a wide range of ratchets and torque tools commonly used in garages and professional workshops. The extended length allows access to fasteners located in deep recesses or behind obstacles without needing to disassemble surrounding parts. Durable material and precise machining ensure consistent fit and long service life under regular workshop conditions.

Suitable for

• Automotive repairs and engine work where recessed nuts and bolts occur
• Workshop maintenance and general mechanical assembly
• Equipment servicing where standard 6‑point contact is required to protect fasteners
• Use with 1/2" drive ratchets, breaker bars and torque wrenches

Key specifications

• Drive size: 1/2"
• Socket size: 21 mm
• Point profile: 6‑point (hex)
• Profile: long / extended length for recessed fasteners
• Typical applications: automotive, workshop, maintenance

How to use

Select a properly fitting 21 mm socket and attach it to a compatible 1/2" drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench. Position the socket squarely onto the hex fastener, ensuring full six-point engagement to minimize rounding. Apply steady torque in the required direction; when loosening seized or rusted fasteners, use controlled force and consider penetrating oil or gradual heat as appropriate. After use, wipe clean and store in a socket rail or organizer to protect the driving surfaces.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the socket with tools rated for the necessary torque and avoid sudden impacts that exceed the tool’s specifications. Inspect the socket for wear before high-torque tasks and replace if deformation or rounding appears to maintain safe and effective operation.