Impact Socket Proline 18489 — Proline 18489 (impact socket)

Proline 18489 is an impact socket designed for use with impact wrenches and pneumatic or electric impact drivers. Made from chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel and adjusted to impact work, this socket transfers high torque reliably for fastening and loosening bolts and nuts in workshop, automotive and industrial maintenance environments. The single-component design fits standard impact tool drives and is intended for repeated heavy-duty use where resistance to shock and wear is required.

Advantages

The chromium-molybdenum construction provides improved toughness and resistance to deformation under sudden loads compared with standard tool steels. Heat treatment and dimensional accuracy ensure consistent fit on fasteners and reduced rounding of bolt heads. The impact-rated geometry and single-piece design minimise failure risk under high torque impulses and make the socket compatible with a range of pneumatic and electric impact drivers. Its surface treatment offers additional corrosion resistance in workshop conditions.

Suitable for

• Automotive repair and tyre service where frequent high-torque loosening/fastening is required
• Industrial maintenance and assembly using impact wrenches or drivers
• General workshop tasks involving bolts and nuts exposed to tight torque or corrosion

Key specifications

• Material: Chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel, heat treated for impact use
• Design: Single-component impact socket compatible with standard impact tool drives
• Application: Intended for use with pneumatic and electric impact wrenches and drivers
• Performance: Engineered to transmit high torque and resist shock loading
• Finish: Protective surface treatment to improve corrosion resistance in workshop environments

How to use

Select the Proline 18489 impact socket in the correct size for the fastener and attach it securely to the compatible impact tool drive. Use the socket only with tools and torque settings appropriate for impact-rated accessories. When working, position the socket squarely on the fastener to reduce slippage and apply controlled bursts of torque as required by the task. After use, inspect the socket for cracks, deformations or excessive wear and replace it if any damage is found.

Usage recommendations

For safe and reliable operation, use Proline 18489 exclusively with impact-rated tools. Avoid using this impact socket on manual ratchets or as a pry tool. Regularly check for wear and maintain tools and accessories according to manufacturer guidelines to ensure long service life and consistent performance.