Socket bit 1/2" 16 mm long — NEO Tools 08-466, 6-point hexagon

Long 1/2" socket bit by NEO Tools, 16 mm diameter with a 6-point hexagon profile. Designed for use with 1/2" drive ratchets and torque tools to reach recessed or hard-to-reach fasteners. This long socket bit provides extra reach compared with standard sockets while maintaining a secure six-point engagement suitable for automotive, mechanical and maintenance tasks that require controlled torque and reliable grip.

Advantages

The extended length allows access to fasteners located deep within assemblies or behind obstacles while keeping the user at a safe distance from moving parts. A 6-point hexagon profile ensures even distribution of force across fastener flats, reducing the risk of rounding. The 1/2" drive interface is compatible with common ratchets and torque tools, offering straightforward interchangeability and steady torque transfer.

Suitable for

• Automotive repair and maintenance where recess-mounted bolts or nuts need an extended reach
• Mechanical assembly and disassembly in workshops and industrial environments
• Maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment with fasteners in confined or obstructed locations
• Use with torque tools when precise fastening is required in deep-set applications

Key specifications

• Drive size: 1/2 inch
• Socket diameter: 16 mm
• Profile: 6-point (hexagon)
• Length: long / extended reach (designed for recessed fasteners)
• Compatibility: fits standard 1/2" ratchets and torque wrenches

How to use

Fit the socket bit onto a compatible 1/2" drive ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench until it seats securely. Place the hexagon profile over the fastener head, ensuring full contact on all six points to minimise slippage. Apply turning force smoothly and avoid sudden impacts when using torque-sensitive fasteners. When using a torque tool, set the required torque value before applying force and verify calibration of the tool for accurate results.

Usage recommendations

Use hand tools rated for the intended torque range and avoid excessive force to prevent fastener or tool damage. Inspect the socket for wear or rounding before use and replace if deformation is visible. Keep the bit clean and store in a dry toolbox to prevent corrosion and maintain reliable fitment.