3/8" Drive 16mm 12-Point Metric Universal Hand Socket - Stanley Proto Industrial Tools

The Stanley Proto J5279M is a professional-grade 3/8" drive 16mm 12-point metric universal hand socket, engineered for demanding automotive and industrial applications. This specialized tool provides technicians and mechanics with the essential flexibility and durability needed to tackle fasteners in challenging, obstructed, and hard-to-reach locations. Its robust design ensures reliable performance in professional environments where precision and access are paramount.

Key Features

• Universal Joint Design: The integrated universal joint allows the socket to pivot, providing critical angular flexibility to access fasteners situated at awkward angles or in tight clearances, such as deep within engine bays or complex machinery.
• 12-Point Configuration: The 12-point opening offers faster and easier engagement with both 6-point and 12-point metric fasteners, a significant advantage in areas with limited visibility or restricted movement.
• Optimized for Accessibility: Specifically designed to enhance maneuverability, this socket is ideal for situations where standard sockets cannot achieve a direct approach, reducing the need for extensive component disassembly.
• Professional Durability: Manufactured by Stanley Proto Industrial Tools, this socket is constructed from high-quality alloy steel and adheres to ANSI Spec. B107.5, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability under rigorous daily use.
• 3/8" Drive Compatibility: Integrates seamlessly with standard 3/8" drive ratchets and extensions, making it a versatile addition to any professional toolkit.

Applications

This 16mm universal hand socket is indispensable for professional technicians in a variety of settings. In automotive repair, it excels at reaching bolts and nuts in cramped engine compartments, suspension components, or brake assemblies where obstructions limit access. For industrial maintenance, it is crucial for servicing machinery and equipment that feature fasteners in difficult-to-reach or recessed areas, streamlining repairs and reducing downtime.

Specifications

• Weight: 0.11 lbs
• Bolt Clearance Depth (E): 12.9 mm
• Drive End Outside Diameter (C): 18.2 mm
• Drive Type: 3/8 In
• Nut End Hex Depth (D): 10.3 mm
• Nut End Outside Diameter (B): 22 mm
• Socket Length (L): 48 mm
• Socket Size: 16 mm
• Socket Type: 12 POINT
• Specifications: ANSI Spec.: B107.5