Westward
Westward 53YR11 1/4" Drive 5-1/2mm 12-Point Socket
A 12-point alloy-steel socket with a 1/4-inch drive for 5-1/2 mm fasteners
- Typesocket
- Alloy steel construction resists wear in daily use
- 12-point design engages fasteners from multiple angles
- 1/4 inch drive fits standard ratchets and extensions
- Full polished finish protects against corrosion
- Meets ASME B107.110-2012 dimensional standard
Socket Specifications
The Westward 53YR11 is a 1/4 inch drive metric socket sized at 5-1/2mm. It suits mechanics and technicians who need a precise fit for small fasteners in automotive or general repair tasks. The 12-point configuration allows engagement from multiple angles. This tool is not for buyers who require impact-rated sockets or larger drive sizes.
Standards Compliance
The socket meets ASME B107.110-2012 dimensional standards for hand tools. Alloy steel construction provides the hardness required for manual tightening and loosening. A full polished finish adds corrosion resistance during regular shop use. The product carries a California Proposition 65 warning regarding chemical exposure.
Physical Characteristics
Overall length measures 1 inch with a standard socket depth for typical fastener access. The female square drive accepts standard 1/4 inch ratchets or extensions. Tethering requires a separate accessory if drop prevention is needed. This socket does not suit applications needing deep-well reach or hex-bit compatibility.
Highlights
- Alloy steel construction resists wear in daily use
- 12-point design engages fasteners from multiple angles
- 1/4 inch drive fits standard ratchets and extensions
- Full polished finish protects against corrosion
- Meets ASME B107.110-2012 dimensional standard
Specifications
| Brand | WESTWARD |
|---|---|
| Type | socket |
Questions about this item
How do I install this 1/4" drive socket onto a ratchet, and what step is often missed?
Press the 1/4" female square drive onto the ratchet anvil until the detent ball clicks into the socket's retention groove; the step often missed is verifying that click before applying torque.
What maintenance or replacement will this 5-1/2mm 12-point alloy steel socket need later?
Inspect the 12-point opening for rounding or cracks after heavy use; replace the socket if the points no longer grip fastener flats cleanly or if the polished finish shows corrosion.
What limit appears first when this standard-depth socket sees sustained high-torque work?
The 1-inch overall length limits leverage and heat dissipation, so the alloy steel body reaches its yield point before a deeper socket would under the same sustained load.
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