Socket YATO YT-1216, 1/2" drive, 38 mm length, single piece

YATO YT-1216 is a single-piece 1/2" drive socket with a 38 mm overall length designed for use with 1/2" ratchets and handles. Finished in stainless appearance, this socket fits standard hex fasteners and offers a compact profile to reach moderately confined spaces. It is intended for routine fastening and loosening tasks in automotive, mechanical and general maintenance work where a reliable 1/2" connection and controlled torque application are required.

Advantages

The socket’s single-piece construction provides consistent wall strength and minimizes the risk of cracking under torque. Its 38 mm length balances access and control, permitting use in tighter areas while maintaining good engagement with the fastener. The stainless-style finish improves corrosion resistance and makes the surface easier to clean after use. Compatibility with common 1/2" drives ensures interchangeability with standard ratchets, extensions and handles.

Suitable for

• Automotive repair and wheel fastener work where 1/2" drive tools are standard
• Mechanical assembly and disassembly of hex-headed bolts and nuts
• Maintenance and service tasks in workshops and industrial settings
• Use with extensions or universal joints for moderately confined spaces

Key specifications

• Drive size: 1/2"
• Socket type: single-piece socket for hex fasteners
• Length: 38 mm overall
• Applicable fastener profile: standard hexagon
• Finish: stainless-style surface

How to use

Select the socket and place it squarely over the hex fastener, ensuring full engagement on the flats. Attach the socket to a compatible 1/2" ratchet, breaker bar or handle. Apply steady torque in the required direction to tighten or loosen the fastener; avoid sudden impacts unless the socket is specifically rated for impact use. For hard-to-reach fasteners, use with appropriate extensions or universal joints while maintaining alignment to prevent rounding of the fastener.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the socket before each use for signs of wear or deformation. Use correct torque values and appropriate tools to prevent damage to the socket and fastener. Store in a dry place and clean after exposure to corrosive substances to maintain the finish and performance.