Socket 17 mm 3/4" 6-point - Rockforce RF-56517

Rockforce 17 mm 3/4" 6-point socket RF-56517 is a durable hand tool attachment designed for use with 3/4-inch drive ratchets and torque wrenches. The 6-point internal geometry delivers a tight fit on hex fasteners to minimise rounding and slippage under high torque. Constructed for automotive, industrial and heavy-duty maintenance tasks, this 17 mm socket is intended for applications that require stronger drives and reliable transfer of torque.

Advantages

The 6-point design concentrates contact on the flats of fasteners, reducing the risk of damaging bolt heads compared with 12-point profiles. A 3/4-inch drive provides greater torque capacity and improved control for large fittings. The socket is machined to standard dimensions to ensure consistent fit with commonly used 17 mm hex fasteners and with compatible 3/4-inch drive tools. Its construction supports repeated use in workshop and field conditions.

Suitable for

• Automotive repair and suspension work requiring 17 mm sockets
• Industrial maintenance and machinery servicing with high-torque fasteners
• Heavy-duty assembly and disassembly tasks where a 3/4" drive is needed
• Use with torque wrenches and 3/4" drive ratchets for controlled fastening

Key specifications

• Size: 17 mm nominal hex socket
• Drive: 3/4-inch (0.75") drive interface
• Point profile: 6-point internal geometry for hex fasteners
• Intended use: hand tool attachment for ratchets and torque wrenches
• Application: automotive, industrial and heavy-duty maintenance

How to use

Select the 17 mm 3/4" socket and secure it onto the 3/4-inch drive of a compatible ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench. Align the socket squarely on the hex fastener and apply torque gradually to seat the socket on the flats. When tightening to a specified torque, use a calibrated torque wrench and follow the torque values recommended by the equipment or fastener manufacturer. For loosening stubborn fasteners, apply steady, controlled force to avoid slipping or impact damage to the fastener head.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the socket before use for signs of wear, cracks or rounded interior corners. Do not use the socket with impact tools unless it is explicitly rated for impact service. Store in a dry, organized tool chest to prevent corrosion and to maintain reliable engagement with fasteners over time.