Ampco
Ampco 1/2 in Drive Impact Socket 17 mm Hex Deep
A 1/2-inch drive deep impact socket in 17 mm metric size, made from nickel aluminium bronze and built to ASTM A342 and FM standards
- 1/2 in drive fits standard impact wrenches
- 17 mm deep hex reaches recessed fasteners
- Nickel-aluminium bronze resists sparking in hazardous areas
- FM approved and meets ASTM A342 safety standards
- Six-point profile grips flats to reduce rounding
1/2 in Drive Deep Impact Socket 17 mm
This 1/2 inch drive deep impact socket fits 17 mm metric fasteners. It is made from nickel aluminum bronze and meets ASTM A342 and FM standards. The unfinished, non-sparking construction suits hazardous environments where steel tools create ignition risk. Mechanics and maintenance crews in oil, gas or chemical plants will find it purpose-built for those settings.
Suits non-sparking work not general use
The socket is designed for professionals who need FM-approved, non-ferrous tooling in flammable atmospheres. It is not intended for buyers who want a standard steel impact socket for everyday automotive or industrial tasks. Teams without hazardous-area requirements should look at conventional chrome-molybdenum alternatives. The deep profile helps reach recessed bolts but adds length in tight spaces.
Nickel aluminum bronze ASTM A342 FM Approved
The defining specification is the nickel aluminum bronze alloy certified to ASTM A342 and FM Approved for non-sparking performance. This material choice determines whether the socket can be used safely in explosive atmospheres where ferrous tools are prohibited. Verify that your facility standards call for this exact alloy and approval before purchase. The 6-point hex geometry engages fastener flats securely under impact loads.
Highlights
- 1/2 in drive fits standard impact wrenches
- 17 mm deep hex reaches recessed fasteners
- Nickel-aluminium bronze resists sparking in hazardous areas
- FM approved and meets ASTM A342 safety standards
- Six-point profile grips flats to reduce rounding
Specifications
| Brand | AMPCO SAFETY TOOLS |
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Questions about this item
How do I fit the 1/2 in drive impact socket onto my impact wrench without rounding the 17 mm hex?
Align the 6-point 17 mm hex squarely on the fastener, seat the 1/2 in drive fully onto the anvil, and engage the detent pin before triggering the tool.
Will the nickel aluminium bronze socket need any lubrication or replacement schedule under normal shop use?
The unfinished nickel aluminium bronze resists corrosion without lubrication; inspect for wear or cracking after heavy impact cycles and replace if the 6-point profile deforms.
What is the first limit I will hit when using this deep impact socket continuously on high-torque jobs?
The ASTM A342 bronze alloy will yield before the drive anvil, so sustained extreme torque deforms the socket walls first.
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