Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Britool Hallmark LHMPSET836 impact socket set used for?
The Britool Hallmark LHMPSET836 25-piece 1/2" drive impact socket set is designed for professional automotive, mechanical, agricultural and industrial applications. The Cr-Mo impact sockets are suitable for use with compatible pneumatic air impact wrenches, cordless impact tools and other high-torque 1/2" drive power tools.
What sizes are included in the Britool Hallmark 1/2" impact socket set?
The set contains 25 standard-depth 6-point metric impact sockets, covering sizes from 8mm to 36mm. The sizes included are 8–30mm, plus 32mm and 36mm, providing comprehensive coverage for many common automotive, commercial vehicle, machinery and workshop applications.
Are these Britool impact sockets suitable for use with an impact wrench?
Yes. These are specifically designed as 1/2" drive impact sockets and are manufactured from Chrome Molybdenum (Cr-Mo) steel to withstand the shock and torque generated by suitable impact tools. They are suitable for pneumatic and cordless impact wrenches when used according to the tool manufacturer's specifications. They should not be confused with standard Chrome Vanadium hand-tool sockets.
What is the advantage of the 6-point design on these impact sockets?
The 6-point hexagon profile provides strong contact with the flats of a nut or bolt rather than concentrating force on the corners. This helps maximise torque transfer and can reduce the risk of rounding or damaging fasteners, particularly when loosening tight or seized fasteners with a high-torque impact wrench.
Do the Britool Hallmark LHMPSET836 sockets come with storage and socket retention holes?
Yes. The complete 25-piece Britool Hallmark impact socket set is supplied in a precision-cut Tool Control EVA foam tray, approximately 391 × 190 × 34mm, for organised toolbox storage. Each socket also features a cross-drilled retaining hole for use with a suitable pin and retaining ring when additional socket retention is required during impact-tool applications.
Why are impact sockets made from Chrome Moly steel instead of Chrome Vanadium?
Chromium-Molybdenum (Chrome Moly) steel is the preferred material for impact sockets because it offers greater toughness and shock resistance than Chrome Vanadium steel. It is specifically designed to absorb the repeated impact forces generated by powered tools without becoming brittle. This makes the Britool Hallmark impact socket set ideal for demanding automotive, engineering, agricultural and industrial applications where durability and reliability are essential.
