1/2" Drive x 18mm Extra Deep Impact Socket - Grey Pneumatic

The Grey Pneumatic 2018XMD 1/2" Drive x 18mm Extra Deep Impact Socket is engineered for professional technicians who regularly encounter deeply recessed 18mm fasteners. This specialized extra deep 18mm socket provides the extended reach and robust impact-grade construction required for demanding automotive and industrial service, ensuring reliable engagement on critical components in challenging access situations.

Key Features

• Extended Reach Profile: Designed to access fasteners obscured by long studs, threaded rods, or deeply set hardware, surpassing the capabilities of standard and deep sockets. It features over 4-3/8" bolt clearance depth.
• Professional 1/2" Drive Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates with standard 1/2" drive impact wrenches and ratchets commonly used in professional service bays.
• Impact-Grade Durability: Constructed from high-strength chrome-molybdenum alloy steel to withstand repeated high-torque impact applications, offering superior resistance to cracking and deformation compared to standard chrome hand sockets.
• Precision 18mm Hex Geometry: Ensures a tight, accurate 6-point fit on 18mm fasteners, minimizing the risk of slippage and rounding on high-value components.
• Corrosion-Resistant Finish: Features a durable protective coating that endures exposure to automotive fluids, chemicals, and harsh shop environments, prolonging tool life.

Applications

This Grey Pneumatic extra deep 18mm socket is ideally suited for a range of professional applications, particularly on suspension, chassis, and engine components. It excels in tasks involving deep-set lug nuts, strut mounting bolts, control arm fasteners, and subframe hardware commonly found on many GM and European vehicles that utilize 18mm fasteners. Its extended reach and impact strength are essential for recessed 18mm connections in both automotive repair and industrial maintenance.

Specifications

• Drive size: 1/2" square
• Socket size: 18mm
• Style: Extra deep impact socket
• Overall Length: 127mm (5 inches)
• Bolt Clearance Depth: 110mm (4-3/8 inches)
• Weight: 0.7 lb
• Manufacturer: Grey Pneumatic
• Model: 2018XMD