Socket Sets

Shop our huge range of socket sets at Toolden, with options to suit automotive work, mechanical repairs, workshop maintenance and general DIY tasks. There are socket sets for pretty much every fastening application, from small compact sets for quick everyday jobs to larger professional kits with a selection of drive sizes and accessories.

We have 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2” drive sockets in both metric and imperial sizes and specialist options such as Torx, E-Torx and spline sockets. We have a lot to choose from for trade professionals and home users alike, stocking a range of products from trusted manufacturers like Bahco, Sealey, Makita, Gedore and more.

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Choosing the Right Socket Set

A good socket set can tackle everything from small repairs to heavy-duty mechanical work. It’s worth looking at the drive size, socket measurements, included accessories and the type of fasteners you are likely to work with most often when comparing different sets.

1/4", 3/8" & 1/2" Drive Sizes

Different sizes of socket drives are for different levels of work. A 1/4” drive is small and suitable for smaller fasteners and tight spaces, while a 3/8” drive is a versatile option for everyday servicing and repairs. If you need to tighten larger nuts and bolts, or if you need more torque, then a 1/2" drive socket set is usually the best choice.

Metric & Imperial Socket Sizes

We have socket sets in a wide range of metric and imperial sizes. Metric sockets are now standard on modern machinery and vehicles, but imperial sockets remain important for some older equipment, specialist machinery and applications using inch-sized fasteners.

Specialist Sockets & Accessories

Many larger kits include more than the standard hex sockets. Depending on the kit you might get Torx, E-Torx, spline and deep sockets, extension bars, universal joints, adaptors and screwdriver bits. These added parts make full socket sets particularly useful in automotive and workshop environments.

Strong & Durable Construction

Many high-quality socket sets are made of materials like chrome vanadium steel and are made to endure frequent use. When used and maintained properly, this offers a potent mix of durability, wear resistance, and corrosion protection, enabling the tools to function dependably.

Socket Sets for Trade & DIY

Larger socket sets with several ratchets, drive sizes and speciality sockets are frequently advantageous to professional mechanics, engineers and maintenance teams. It's also simpler to find the right socket fast and move tools between tasks when everything is kept in a special case.

A smaller general-purpose socket set can be a useful addition to any home toolbox for do-it-yourselfers. These sets are perfect for fixing machinery, installing equipment, maintaining cars, and handling common nuts and bolts around the house or garage.

Popular Socket Sets

Some of our most popular socket sets include:

• Gedore R45603172 1/2"-3/8"-1/4" Socket Set (172 Pieces)
• Bahco SL25 Socket Set Metric 1/4" Drive (25 Pieces)
• Makita E-10883 Maintenance Hand Tool Set (221 Pieces)

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FAQs

What is the ideal socket drive size?

No single drive size is ideal for every task. 1/2" drive sets are more appropriate for larger fasteners and higher-torque applications, 3/8" drive sockets provide a flexible option for general mechanical operations, and 1/4" drives are good for tiny fasteners and tight places.

Which socket set should I purchase - metric or imperial?

The fasteners you frequently use will determine this. Imperial sockets are measured in fractions of an inch, but metric sockets, which are commonly used on contemporary cars and machines, are measured in millimetres. If you utilise a range of equipment, a set of mixed metric and imperial sockets is a good choice.

What should be included in a decent socket set?

The socket sizes you use most frequently and an appropriate ratchet should be included in an effective socket set. Extension bars, adaptors, universal joints, deep sockets and speciality profiles like Torx or E-Torx may also be included in larger sets, providing you more versatility for a variety of tasks.

Are sockets made of chrome vanadium long-lasting?

Because chrome vanadium steel has exceptional strength, toughness, and wear resistance, it is frequently used in hand tools. Chrome vanadium sockets can offer exceptional durability for both professional and do-it-yourself applications when used and stored properly.

What is the purpose of deep sockets?

Because of their expanded bodies, deep sockets can access nuts farther down a threaded bolt or stud. They are frequently utilised for maintenance on machinery, auto repairs, and other jobs when a typical shallow socket is unable to completely reach the fastener.

Is it possible to use an impact wrench with regular sockets?

Unless they are rated for impact use, standard hand sockets should not be used with an impact wrench. Impact sockets are the safest and better option for these applications because they are made to withstand the repetitive forces generated by powered impact tools.