Axle Nut Socket - 36mm x 12 Pt - CTA Manufacturing Corp.

The CTA Manufacturing Corp. A432 Axle Nut Socket is engineered for demanding high-torque axle service on modern vehicles. This professional-grade 36mm 12-point socket, featuring a 1/2-inch square drive, provides a precise and secure fit, significantly reducing the risk of slippage and fastener rounding during critical removal and installation tasks. Its robust construction ensures reliable and consistent performance in automotive and light industrial environments.

Key Features

• Precise 36mm 12-Point Design: Ensures accurate engagement and optimal contact with 36mm 12-point axle nuts, minimizing the potential for fastener damage.
• Heavy-Duty Construction: Built to withstand substantial impact and breaker-bar torque loads encountered in professional repair environments, ensuring long-lasting durability.
• Optimized Alignment: The 12-point configuration facilitates easier and quicker socket alignment in confined spaces compared to traditional 6-point designs.
• Machined Contact Surfaces: Precisely machined surfaces reduce stress on fasteners, preserving their integrity during high-torque applications.
• Professional-Grade Durability: Crafted for daily use, offering a solid feel and stability on the fastener, essential for consistent performance and longevity.

Applications

The CTA A432 Axle Nut Socket is specifically intended for the removal and installation of 36mm 12-point axle nuts. It is commonly found on a range of front-wheel-drive and select rear-wheel-drive vehicles, including specific BMW models such as the 1 Series M (2011), 135i (2008-2013), 325i (2001-2005), 328i (2007-2013), and 330i (2001-2006). This is an indispensable tool for critical service operations such as wheel bearing replacement, CV axle removal and installation, hub and knuckle servicing, and various suspension jobs requiring axle access. It is well-suited for professional automotive technicians, fleet maintenance operations, and advanced DIY users who frequently perform drive axle and hub repairs.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: CTA Manufacturing Corp.
• Model Number: A432
• Size: 36mm
• Points: 12-Point
• Drive Size: 1/2-inch
• Overall Length (Approx.): 3-7/8 inches
• Approx. Dimensions: 3.5" x 3" x 2" (Original Product Info)
• Approx. Weight: 3 lb (Original Product Info)