Name: SATA GL25207 1/2" Drive Long Hex Bit Socket 12mm
Brand: Fepy
SKU: 51777-NOS
Price: 12.88 AED
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What is the SATA GL25207 1/2" Drive Long Hex Bit Socket 12mm used for?

Accepted Answer

It's a 1/2" drive hex bit socket designed to drive 12mm hex fasteners. The long socket design helps reach fasteners that are deep or recessed, making it ideal for automotive, machinery, and equipment maintenance tasks where standard sockets can't reach.

Question 2

What does the 12mm hex bit indicate for this socket?

Accepted Answer

The 12mm hex bit refers to the size of the fastener the socket is designed to engage. Use this socket with 12mm hex-headed bolts or nuts to ensure a precise fit and reduce rounding or slipping.

Question 3

What are the key construction features of this socket?

Accepted Answer

Key features include premium steel construction for durability, a chrome finish for corrosion resistance, heat-treated for long life, laser-etched size markings for quick identification, and an extended long socket design for increased reach. It’s built to tolerate high torque and occasional impact use.

Question 4

How does the extended/long socket design help in practice?

Accepted Answer

The longer reach allows you to access deep or recessed fasteners that a standard socket can’t reach. This reduces the need to remove surrounding components and speeds up difficult or cramped jobs.

Question 5

Is this socket compatible with standard 1/2" drive ratchets and torque wrenches?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The socket is designed to fit standard 1/2" drive ratchets and torque wrenches, providing broad compatibility for a wide range of tools and applications.

Question 6

What about durability and resistance to wear and corrosion?

Accepted Answer

It features a chrome-plated finish to resist rust and corrosion, and the heat-treated, premium steel construction provides lasting durability under heavy use and high torque scenarios.

Question 7

Can I use this with an impact driver or impact wrench?

Accepted Answer

The socket is described as impact-resistant, making it suitable for use with impact tools when used within its rated torque. Always seat the fastener fully and apply steady, controlled torque to avoid slippage.

Question 8

Which use cases are best for this 12mm long hex socket?

Accepted Answer

Best suited for automotive repairs (bolts in engines, suspension components), machinery maintenance, and any task requiring access to deep or tight spots where a regular-length socket won’t fit.

Question 9

How can I quickly identify the size on the tool?

Accepted Answer

The socket features laser-etched markings that clearly display the size, so you can identify 12mm at a glance even in dim or cluttered work areas.

Question 10

How does this 12mm option compare to similar long hex sockets in the same lineup on Fepy?

Accepted Answer

If you need other hex sizes, you can consider the 10mm and 14mm long hex sockets in the same series for broader fastener compatibility: 10mm variant: https://fepy.com/product/sata-gl25208-10mm-1-2-drive-long-hex-bit-socket and 14mm variant: https://fepy.com/product/sata-gl25209-14mm-1-2-drive-long-hex-bit-socket. Each offers the same build quality and extended reach principles tailored to their respective fastener sizes.

Question 11

Is there anything I should do to extend the life of this socket?

Accepted Answer

Store it dry and clean after use, avoid dropping or striking the socket, and use it within the rated torque of your tool. Wipe away any dirt or moisture to prevent corrosion on the chrome finish.

SATA GL25207 1/2" Drive Long Hex Bit Socket 12mm

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