Socket 3/8" 17 mm, NEO tools, model 08-177 — 6-point drive

NEO tools 08-177 is a 6-point 17 mm socket with a 3/8" square drive, designed for reliable fastening and loosening of hexagonal nuts and bolts. The 6-point profile offers precise contact with fastener flats to reduce rounding and improve torque transfer. The socket fits hand ratchets and torque wrenches with a 3/8" drive and is intended for use in automotive repair, machinery maintenance and general workshop tasks where a compact, accurate tool is required.

Advantages

The 6-point geometry concentrates force on the flat surfaces of fasteners, minimizing wear and deformation on both tool and bolt heads. A 3/8" drive provides a balance between torque capacity and accessibility in confined spaces. Constructed to industry standards for dimensional accuracy, the socket ensures consistent fit and repeatable performance when used with compatible ratchets and torque tools.

Suitable for

• Automotive wheel and engine repair
• Maintenance and assembly of industrial machinery
• Workshop general repairs and servicing
• Tightening and loosening medium-torque hex fasteners

Key specifications

• Drive size: 3/8" square drive
• Socket type: 6-point (hex) profile
• Nominal size: 17 mm
• Intended use: manual ratchets and torque wrenches
• Typical applications: automotive, machinery maintenance, workshop use

How to use

Select the 17 mm 6-point socket and attach it securely to a compatible 3/8" drive ratchet or torque wrench. Place the socket squarely onto the hexagonal fastener, ensuring full contact between the socket faces and the fastener flats to reduce the risk of rounding. Apply steady torque in the required direction; when using a torque wrench, follow the specified torque setting for the fastener. After use, inspect the socket for damage or wear and store it in a tool rack or case to maintain condition.

Usage recommendations

Use the socket only with tools rated for a 3/8" drive and within the torque limits appropriate for a 17 mm fastener. For stubborn or corroded fasteners, apply penetrating lubricant and avoid excessive impact that could damage the socket or the fastener. Regularly check for rounding or cracks and replace the socket if any deformation is observed.