1/2" Drive 18mm 12-Point Metric Deep Length Hand Socket - Stanley Proto Industrial Tools

The Stanley Proto J5318M is a professional-grade 1/2" drive, 18mm 12-point metric deep length hand socket, engineered for demanding automotive and industrial applications. Designed for strength and efficiency, this socket provides reliable performance for professional technicians and mechanics tackling challenging fasteners. Its deep well design combined with the innovative TORQUEPLUS™ system ensures superior grip and reduced fastener rounding.

Key Features

• 1/2" Drive Size: Compatible with standard professional ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions for various torque requirements.
• 18mm Metric Size: Precisely manufactured for a secure fit on 18mm metric fasteners, ensuring effective power transfer.
• 12-Point Configuration: Offers multiple points of engagement, allowing for easier socket placement and access in confined spaces.
• Deep Length (82.5mm): Provides the necessary reach for deeply recessed nuts and bolts, common in engine bays and machinery.
• TORQUEPLUS™ Design: Delivers enhanced grip on fasteners, enabling technicians to apply more torque while significantly reducing the risk of fastener wear or damage.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Built to ANSI B107.5 specifications for durability and consistent performance in demanding workshop environments.

Applications

This deep 18mm metric socket is an essential tool for a wide range of tasks across automotive repair and industrial maintenance. It is particularly useful for accessing and loosening or tightening fasteners on suspension components, engine mounts, transmission housings, and other machinery where bolts are recessed or require extra clearance. Its robust construction makes it suitable for heavy-duty use in professional garages, manufacturing facilities, and industrial settings.

Specifications

• Weight: 0.36 lbs
• Bolt Clearance Depth (E): 66.5 mm
• Drive End Outside Diameter (C): 25.2 mm
• Drive Type: 1/2 in
• Nut End Hex Depth (D): 30 mm
• Nut End Outside Diameter (B): 25.2 mm
• Socket Length (L): 82.5 mm
• Socket Size: 18 mm
• Socket Type: 12 Point
• Specifications: ANSI Spec.: B107.5