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Sockets & Socket Sets — Metric, Imperial & Whitworth
AIMS Industrial stocks a comprehensive range of individual sockets and socket sets from Ko-ken, Stahlwille, Bahco and Trax — covering 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″ and 3/4″ drive sizes in 6-point, 12-point and Z-series configurations across metric, imperial and Whitworth thread standards.
Ko-ken is a Japanese precision tool manufacturer regarded as a benchmark for quality in professional automotive and industrial use. Stahlwille is a German precision tools manufacturer known for exceptionally tight tolerances and durability in demanding workshop environments. Bahco is a globally recognised brand trusted across trades and industry for reliable, ergonomic hand tools. Trax provides reliable, cost-effective sockets and pneumatic tool accessories for general workshop use.
Ko-ken Sockets
3/8″ Drive — 6-Point & 12-Point Metric
The Ko-ken 3/8″ Socket 6-Point Metric (3400M Series) applies force to the flat faces of the hex fastener rather than the corners — essential for corroded, damaged or over-torqued bolts where a 12-point socket would slip and round the corners. The Ko-ken 3/8″ Socket 12-Point Metric provides faster engagement for standard service work on undamaged fasteners. The Ko-ken 3/8″ Extra Deep Socket 6-Point Metric handles long-stud applications where a standard-depth socket cannot reach the fastener.
1/2″ Drive — Z-Series 6-Point Metric
The Ko-ken 1/2″ Socket Z-Series 6-Point Metric features Ko-ken's proprietary torque-drive geometry, which applies drive force to the flat faces of the fastener rather than the corners. This dramatically reduces the risk of rounding damaged or corroded bolt heads — a significant advantage in maintenance workshops where fasteners are frequently found seized or over-torqued. The Ko-ken 1/2″ Socket 12-Point Metric and Ko-ken 1/2″ Deep Socket 12-Point Metric complete the 1/2″ drive metric range.
3/4″ Drive — 12-Point Metric
The Ko-ken 3/4″ Socket 12-Point Metric and Ko-ken 3/4″ Deep Socket 12-Point Metric handle very large fasteners on heavy machinery, structural bolting and equipment overhaul where high-torque 1/2″ drive sockets are insufficient. The 3/4″ drive is the standard for heavy-plant and mining equipment maintenance.
1/4″ Drive — Whitworth & Imperial
The Ko-ken 1/4″ Drive Whitworth Socket Set (9 pieces) serves compact Whitworth fastener work in tight spaces — suitable for instrument panels, older electrical switchgear and vintage British machinery. The Ko-ken 1/4″ Socket Z-Series 6-Point Metric and Ko-ken 1/4″ Deep Socket 6-Point Imperial extend the 1/4″ range across metric and imperial standards.
Stahlwille Sockets
Stahlwille sockets are precision-manufactured in Germany to exceptionally tight dimensional tolerances. The Stahlwille HPQ 1/2″ Drive Metric Socket is designed for high-torque applications where socket-to-fastener fit is critical. The Stahlwille 1/4″F × 1/2″M Adaptor Socket (SW410) allows a 1/4″ drive tool to be used with a 1/2″ drive socket — useful where drive adaption is needed without additional tools. Stahlwille sockets are widely used in aerospace, precision engineering and quality-critical manufacturing environments.
Trax Sockets — Whitworth & Metric
The Trax 3/8″ 12-Point Whitworth Socket and Trax 1/2″ Drive 12-Point Whitworth Socket serve workshops maintaining older British machinery, vintage vehicles and heritage equipment still using BSW (British Standard Whitworth) fasteners — a specialist but actively needed standard in Australian maintenance workshops.
How to Select the Right Socket
Drive size: 1/4″ drive for small fasteners (M4–M10) in tight spaces; 3/8″ for medium fasteners (M10–M19) across most workshop applications; 1/2″ for heavy-duty fasteners (M16+) on machinery and structural work; 3/4″ for very large fasteners on heavy plant and mining equipment.
6-point vs 12-point: 6-point sockets grip the flat faces of the fastener and are essential for corroded, damaged or over-torqued bolts. 12-point sockets engage in more positions for faster action on undamaged fasteners.
Ko-ken Z-series for damaged fasteners: The Ko-ken Z-series socket geometry specifically addresses the problem of rounding fastener heads. If your workshop regularly deals with corroded or seized bolts, Z-series is a significant upgrade over standard 6-point designs.
Thread standard: Metric for modern machinery and vehicles; imperial (SAE) for North American equipment; Whitworth (BSW) for older British plant and vintage vehicles. Many Australian workshops require all three.
Stahlwille for precision work: Specify Stahlwille where dimensional tolerance is critical — aerospace, precision engineering and quality-controlled manufacturing environments where socket-to-fastener clearance cannot be compromised.
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