Meet the DeWalt 15 mm X 1/2 in. drive Metric 6 Point Deep Socket — a precision tool built to tackle recessed fasteners with confidence. Constructed from chrome vanadium alloy steel and finished in polished chrome, this deep socket blends durability with a smooth, rust-resistant surface for years of use.
Why this deep socket stands out
- Specific metric size: 15 mm for common metric fasteners found in automotive, machinery, and household projects.
- 1/2 in. drive: compatible with standard half-inch ratchets and sockets (note: this model is not impact-rated).
- 6-point design: superior grip on hex fasteners, reducing rounding and slippage under high torque.
- Deep socket geometry: extended reach to access nuts and studs that sit deeper in assemblies.
- Solid length: 3-1/8 in overall length provides extra clearance where space is tight.
- Quality build: Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel for strength and long-term performance.
- Finish and packaging: polished chrome finish with carded packaging for easy display and organization.
Technical specifications
- Socket size: 15 mm (metric)
- Drive size: 1/2 in
- Number of points: 6
- Length: 3-1/8 in
- Nut end outside diameter: 13/16 in
- Drive end outside diameter: 7/8 in
- Nut depth: 31/32 in
- Bolt clearance depth: 2-15/32 in
- Material: Chrome Vanadium Alloy Steel
- Finish: Polished Chrome
- Packaging: Carded
- Impact rated: No
- Brand: DeWalt
Who benefits from this socket
Ideal for professional technicians, shop mechanics, and dedicated DIYers who frequently work with metric fasteners. Use it for automotive maintenance, equipment assembly, bicycle repairs, or any task where a sealed, long-reach socket helps you reach recessed nuts without fighting with space constraints.
How this socket compares and why it matters
Compared to standard shallow sockets, this 15 mm metric deep socket provides longer reach to clear protruding studs and long bolts, while the 6-point design delivers a more stable grip for higher torque without cam-out. The polished chrome finish reduces corrosion and makes wipe-downs quick after greasy jobs, so you spend less time cleaning and more time finishing projects.
With DeWalt reliability behind every turn, this socket belongs in a dedicated metric tool kit. Add it to your collection for dependable performance on day-in, day-out tasks.
