1/2 Inch Drive Impact Socket w/ Protective Plastic Sleeve 17mm - Astro Pneumatic

The Astro Pneumatic 7870-17 1/2 Inch Drive Impact Socket with Protective Plastic Sleeve 17mm is a specialized tool engineered for professional automotive and industrial applications. Designed to prevent cosmetic damage to wheels and decorative lug nuts, this socket combines robust impact performance with critical protective features, making it an essential addition to any professional technician's toolkit.

Key Features

• Integrated Protective Plastic Sleeve: Encircles the socket exterior to prevent scratching or marring of alloy wheels, painted surfaces, and clear coats during use.
• Internal Plastic Insert: Shields decorative lug nuts from direct metal-on-metal contact, preserving their finish and preventing damage.
• Hollow Design: Accommodates longer wheel studs or bolts by allowing the internal plastic insert to retract, ensuring full engagement with the fastener.
• 1/2 Inch Drive Compatibility: Engineered for secure and efficient use with 1/2-inch drive impact wrenches and ratchets, delivering reliable power transfer.
• 17mm Hex Profile: Precisely machined for a secure fit on 17mm lug nuts and fasteners, a common size in many vehicle applications.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Constructed from durable chrome molybdenum steel for resilience and extended service life in demanding shop environments.

Applications

This impact socket is ideal for professional automotive technicians, tire service centers, and mechanics working on vehicles with alloy wheels or sensitive lug nuts. Its protective design makes it suitable for careful wheel and tire installation or removal, particularly for high-end or custom vehicles where cosmetic preservation is crucial. The 17mm size is widely applicable to numerous passenger vehicles, including many European makes, ensuring broad utility in a professional setting.