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Polished alloy steel 1/2 inch drive metric socket 23mm 6 point

Westward

Westward 53YU35 1/2" Drive Metric Socket 23mm 6 Pt

SKU CH-QR51-SYF7M

A 23 mm, 6-point metric socket with a 1/2-inch drive, made from alloy steel to ASME B107.110-2012

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  • 23 mm hex opening fits standard metric fasteners
  • 6-point profile grips flats to reduce rounding risk
  • 1/2 inch square drive matches common ratchets and bars
  • Full-polished alloy steel resists corrosion and eases cleaning
  • ASME B107.110-2012 compliance confirms dimensional accuracy

Socket Specification

This Westward 53YU35 socket is a 1/2 inch drive metric hand tool sized at 23mm with a six point hex output. It is designed for mechanics and technicians who need a standard depth socket for general fastening tasks. The alloy steel construction and full polished finish provide durability and corrosion resistance for workshop use. It meets ASME B107.110-2012 standards for dimensional accuracy.

Thermal Noise Power

As a passive hand tool this socket generates no heat, produces no noise and draws no power during operation. Its performance depends entirely on the force applied by the user through a compatible ratchet or breaker bar. The alloy steel material resists deformation under normal torque loads. No external energy source or cooling is required for its function.

Sustained Load Behaviour

Under sustained high torque the six point hex design grips the fastener flats to reduce rounding risk compared to twelve point alternatives. The standard depth allows access in typical clearance situations while the full polished finish helps prevent corrosion during extended storage. This socket is not suited for impact use or tethered applications without an additional accessory. It is restricted from sale in California due to Proposition 65 chemical warnings.

Highlights

  • 23 mm hex opening fits standard metric fasteners
  • 6-point profile grips flats to reduce rounding risk
  • 1/2 inch square drive matches common ratchets and bars
  • Full-polished alloy steel resists corrosion and eases cleaning
  • ASME B107.110-2012 compliance confirms dimensional accuracy

Specifications

BrandWESTWARD
Typesocket

Questions about this item

How do I install the 1/2" drive 23mm socket onto my ratchet, and what step do people often miss?

Align the female square drive with the ratchet's 1/2" anvil and press until the detent ball engages; the step often missed is verifying the ball clicks fully into the socket's retention groove.

What maintenance or replacement will the 23mm 6-point alloy steel socket need over time?

Inspect the hex opening for rounding after heavy use; replace the socket if the 6-point profile shows wear that prevents full fastener contact.

What limit appears first when the 23mm socket sees sustained high-torque work?

The 1-1/2 inch overall length limits leverage, so the operator's applied force reaches its practical maximum before the alloy steel body yields.

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