Ratchets & Sockets

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Ratchets, sockets, socket sets, extensions and drive accessories in metric, imperial and Whitworth sizes from AIMS Industrial. What's in the ratchets and sockets range Ratchets and drive handles: ratchets, swivel and T handles, breaker bars, speed handles and socket drivers, ratchet tap handles and ratchet spare parts across the common drive sizes. See ratchets and drive handles , socket and ratchet accessories and ratcheting spanners . Sockets: standard and deep sockets in metric, imperial and Whitworth sizes, impact sockets, Inhex (hex bit), Torx and screwdriver bit sockets, nut twister and specialty sockets, and wheel nut sockets. See sockets , impact sockets and bits , inhex socket sets and wheel nut sockets . Socket sets: metric, imperial and Whitworth socket sets, impact, Inhex and Torx sets, specialty sets, flex head sets, extension bar sets, adaptor sets and socket rails. See socket sets , impact sockets and bits and tool storage . Extensions, universal joints and adaptors: extension bars, universal joints and wobble extensions, and drive adaptors between the common drive sizes. See socket extensions and adaptors and socket and ratchet accessories . Brands: Ko-Ken , Stahlwille , Trax , Maxigear , Typhoon Tools and Hobson . Choosing ratchets and sockets Start with the drive size, then the socket type. Match the drive size to the fastener and the tool you are using, and use an adaptor between drive sizes rather than a long extension. For sockets, check the system: metric, imperial or Whitworth sizes are listed separately and are not interchangeable. Choose a 6 point or 12 point socket, standard or deep, and use impact sockets on impact tools. Inhex, Torx and screwdriver bit sockets suit socket head and Torx fasteners. For a set, check the drive size, the system and the pieces listed. This page is the full range. For a focused list go to sockets , socket sets , ratchets and drive handles or socket and ratchet accessories . Our guides cover the main decisions: s