The Astro Pneumatic 7870-1316 1/2" Drive Impact Socket is engineered for professional automotive and industrial applications where precision and protection are paramount. This specialized 13/16" impact socket features a robust design complemented by a protective chrome plastic sleeve, specifically designed to safeguard delicate wheel finishes and decorative lug nuts from marring or scratching during removal and installation.
Key Features
- Wheel and Lug Nut Protection: Integrated chrome protective plastic sleeve prevents direct metal-on-metal contact, preserving the finish of alloy wheels and custom lug nuts.
- Extended Bolt Clearance: The innovative hollow design allows for the removal of longer bolts by accommodating their protrusion through the socket, enhanced by a removable plastic insert for versatility.
- Professional-Grade Construction: Built for durability, this 1/2" drive impact socket is designed to withstand the demands of high-torque applications.
- Optimized for Impact Use: Specifically manufactured for use with impact wrenches, ensuring reliable performance in busy workshops.
- Standard 13/16" Size: A common size for various automotive lug nuts, providing essential versatility for technicians.
Applications
This Astro Pneumatic impact socket is an essential tool for professional technicians in tire shops, automotive repair facilities, and detailing services. It is ideal for safely removing and installing lug nuts on a wide range of vehicles, particularly those equipped with chrome, painted, or clear-coated wheels and decorative lug nuts, where preventing cosmetic damage is crucial.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Astro Pneumatic
- Model Number: 7870-1316
- Drive Size: 1/2 Inch
- Socket Size: 13/16 Inch
- Feature: Chrome Protective Plastic Sleeve, Hollow Design
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