{"product_id":"tc85018","title":"SOCKET 3\/8'DR 18MM 12PT CRV","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv id=\"tc-desc-header\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"description-headingBox\"\u003e18mm 12-Point Socket\u003c\/span\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp class=\"feature_box\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\/\u003csub\u003e8\u003c\/sub\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eSquare Drive\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c!-- \u003cimg src='images\/torkcraft\/minitools\/tc08445_sm1.jpg' class='img-responsive pull-right ml-2 img-desc'\u003e --\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe 18mm 12-point socket is a specialized, heavy-duty component designed for the high-torque demands of modern\r\n\tautomotive and industrial applications. Built with a standard 3\/8' drive, it offers a streamlined profile that\r\n\tbridges the gap between medium-duty versatility and the rugged strength required for larger fasteners. This size is\r\n\tfrequently required for European vehicle suspension systems, engine mounts, and heavy machinery, making it an\r\n\tindispensable part of a complete professional toolkit.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe 12-point (double-hex) internal geometry is a critical performance feature for technicians working in cramped\r\n\tquarters. By doubling the available engagement points compared to a standard 6-point design, it allows you to seat\r\n\tthe tool onto an 18mm fastener with only 30 degrees of rotation. This makes it significantly easier to maintain a\r\n\tproductive workflow in restricted spaces, such as deep within an engine bay or behind chassis components, where the\r\n\tratchet's swing arc is severely limited.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDurability is guaranteed by the high-quality Chrome Vanadium (Cr-V) steel construction. This professional-grade\r\n\talloy is heat-treated to ensure the tool remains rigid and reliable even when subjected to intense rotational force.\r\n\tTo ensure a long service life in demanding environments, the socket is finished with a mirror-polished chrome\r\n\tcoating. This protective layer provides excellent resistance to rust and corrosion while making it easy to wipe away\r\n\tthe oil, grease, and road grime encountered during heavy-duty repairs.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tPrecision-machined internal broaching ensures a high-tolerance, snug fit on 18mm bolts. This design prioritizes\r\n\tcontact with the flat sides of the fastener rather than the corners, which effectively prevents the rounding of\r\n\thardware and ensures maximum torque transfer. Whether you are performing a complex suspension overhaul or industrial\r\n\tmaintenance, this 18mm socket provides the professional-grade precision and longevity required for high-stakes\r\n\tmechanical work.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eLoosening \u0026amp; fastening of various fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eContractor\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eFabrication\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eWoodworking\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eDIY\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vermont","offers":[{"title":"Gauteng \/ Collect \/ Each","offer_id":50280939880685,"sku":"TC85018-Gauteng-Collect-Each","price":36.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gauteng \/ Deliver \/ Each","offer_id":50280939913453,"sku":"TC85018-Gauteng-Deliver-Each","price":33.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/2292\/9133\/files\/TC85018-main.jpg?v=1783989777","url":"https:\/\/brickparadise.co.za\/products\/tc85018","provider":"Brick Paradise \u0026 Hardware Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}