FLIP SOCKET 21.5 X 22.5 - Steelman

The Steelman 60187 FLIP SOCKET is a professional-grade, dual-ended impact socket engineered for efficient service of automotive lug nuts and fasteners. Designed with a 1/2-inch drive, this versatile tool features 21.5mm and 22.5mm hex sizes, allowing technicians to address a wider range of vehicles and fastener conditions without constantly switching sockets. Its robust construction and specialized design enhance performance and durability in demanding shop environments.

Key Features

• Dual-Size Design: Offers both 21.5mm and 22.5mm hex sizes in a single flip socket, maximizing efficiency and minimizing tool changes during service.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Manufactured from durable, hardened chromoly steel, this impact socket is built to withstand high-torque applications.
• Impact-Ready Durability: Designed to meet or exceed 150% proof of torque under ASME tool performance testing standards, ensuring reliability with impact wrenches.
• Thin-Wall Profile: The thin-walled design provides enhanced access to recessed lug nuts and fasteners with limited side clearance.
• Corrosion Resistance: Features a black phosphate protective coating for superior resistance against rust and corrosion, extending tool life.
• Reduced Fastener Damage: Its 6-point design with recessed edges grips the sides of fasteners, rather than the corners, which helps to reduce slippage and prevent rounding or damage.
• Clear Identification: Permanently laser-etched size callouts ensure quick and easy identification among other tools.

Applications

This Steelman FLIP SOCKET is an essential tool for professional technicians and mechanics performing wheel service, brake work, and general automotive maintenance. It is particularly effective for servicing lug nuts on a variety of domestic and import vehicles, including models from Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ford, Lincoln, and Toyota. The unique sizing is beneficial when dealing with lug nuts that have distorted or swollen chrome caps, where a standard socket size may not fit correctly. Its versatility makes it suitable for European vehicle tire service, fleet maintenance with mixed vehicle types, custom wheel installations, and mobile tire services.