Laser Tools has launched its new 4-piece Twin-Drive Impact Wheel Sockets (part number 9173), designed for light-commercial vehicle technicians. This set features three deep-reach 1/2″ drive impact sockets and a 3/4″ drive quick-lock adaptor, allowing for quick transitions between heavy-duty 3/4″ impact guns and standard 1/2″ breaker bars or torque wrenches.
Supplied on a compact socket rail, the set is engineered for versatility and speed when working on light trucks and vans. Each 1/2″ socket has a 27mm external hex, designed to connect directly into the 3/4″ adaptor, providing access to increased power while maintaining common metric sizes. The sockets also include protective outer sleeves and internal covers to help prevent damage to alloy wheels and plated wheel nuts.
Key features of the set include:
- Dual-drive flexibility: Offers the choice of using a 3/4″ impact gun for stubborn wheel nuts or a 1/2″ drive for other applications.
- Deep-socket design: Three impact-rated, chrome-molybdenum steel sockets in 17, 19, and 21mm sizes, each 85mm long, to access recessed wheel nuts or bolts.
- Quick-lock adaptor: A 27mm hex adaptor (3/4″-drive, 52mm long) with a rotating sleeve for quick attachment.
- Rim-safe protection: Outer sleeves and internal covers protect alloy wheels and wheel nuts from scratches.
- Workshop ready: All four pieces are organised on a socket rail for convenient storage and access.
The 9173 Twin-Drive Set is designed to enable technicians to use the power of a 3/4″-drive impact gun for challenging wheel nuts or bolts. It is now available from Laser Tools stockists and online retailers.
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