Meet the DeWalt 14 mm x 1/2 in drive Metric 12-point Socket—built for professionals who demand precise fit, lasting durability, and reliable performance in tight spaces. Crafted from Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel and finished in polished chrome, this socket is designed to stand up to daily use on automotive, machinery, and workshop tasks.
Why this socket stands out
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Metric 14 mm size with a 1/2 in drive, delivering compatibility with standard ratchets and breaker bars for versatile tightening and loosening tasks.
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12-point design provides multiple engagement angles, making it easier to start and turn fasteners when space is restricted or misalignment is a factor.
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Chrome vanadium alloy steel and a polished chrome finish combine to resist wear, corrosion, and impact from daily use while cleaning up easily after a job.
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Carded packaging supports organized tool kits and convenient hanging storage for quick access on busy shop floors.
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Not impact rated—designed for hand ratchets and standard sockets, ensuring consistent performance in non-impact applications.
Key specifications
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Product Type: Socket
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Material: Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel
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Diameter/Size: 14 mm
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Drive Size: 1/2 in
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Number of Points: 12
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Length: 1-1/2 in
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Finish: Polished Chrome
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Packaging: Carded
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Impact Rated: No
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Nut End Outside Diameter: 13/16 in
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Drive End Outside Diameter: 27/32 in
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Nut Depth: 27/32 in
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Bolt Clearance Depth: 7/8 in
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Number in Package: 1
Ideal use cases
Perfect for automotive work, motorcycle and bicycle maintenance, machinery assembly, and shop projects where metric fasteners must be reachably tightened or loosened with a 1/2 in drive ratchet. The 12-point geometry helps you align quickly in cramped engine bays, under dashboards, or along frames where space is at a premium. This socket handles everyday fasteners with reliability and the trusted DeWalt build you expect from your tools.
Practical tips for best results
- Pair with a 1/2 in drive ratchet or breaker bar for controlled torque application in tight spaces.
- Keep the polished chrome finish clean and dry to maintain smooth operation and reduce resistance during turns.
- Use the 12-point design to start engagement in awkward angles—then switch to a firm, straight pull for steady tightening.
- Avoid using this socket with impact wrenches or high-torque impact tools to preserve the form and finish.
The DeWalt 14 mm x 1/2 in drive Metric 12-point Socket is a precise, durable choice for any workspace that relies on metric fasteners and dependable hand-driven torque. Built to endure, designed for accessibility, and finished to resist wear, it’s a smart addition to any metric socket set.
