The Baum Art 406 12.7mm 1/2 Inch Drive Hex Deep Socket is designed for professional tightening and loosening of hexagonal fasteners where additional socket depth is required. Its deep profile helps provide better access to long-threaded bolts, recessed fasteners and nuts positioned on extended studs.
The 1/2 Inch (12.7mm) square drive is compatible with suitable ratchets, breaker bars, torque wrenches and other 1/2 Inch drive tools. The socket is suitable for automotive servicing, mechanical repair, workshop maintenance and general assembly applications.
Wide Application Details
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Automotive Maintenance – Suitable for servicing vehicles and mechanical assemblies.
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Mechanical Workshops – Useful for tightening and loosening hex fasteners.
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Machine Maintenance – Suitable for routine machinery repair and maintenance work.
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Industrial Assembly – Helps handle recessed and extended fasteners.
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Garage Applications – Compatible with common 1/2 Inch drive hand tools.
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General Repair Work – Suitable for professional and maintenance applications.
Product Features & Specifications
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Brand: Baum
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Product Type: Hex Deep Socket
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Article Number: 406
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Drive Size: 12.7mm / 1/2 Inch
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Socket Type: Deep Hex Socket
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Drive Profile: 1/2 Inch Square Drive
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Fastener Type: Hexagonal nuts and bolts
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Design: Deep socket profile for extended reach
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Compatibility: 1/2 Inch drive ratchets, breaker bars and torque wrenches
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Application: Automotive, mechanical, workshop and maintenance applications
Key Benefits
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Deep socket profile provides additional reach for long bolts and recessed fasteners.
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1/2 Inch drive compatibility allows use with a wide range of professional hand tools.
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Hexagonal profile provides a secure fit on compatible fasteners.
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Suitable for workshop use across automotive and mechanical applications.
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Professional design makes it practical for regular maintenance and repair work.
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Extended reach helps access fasteners that standard sockets may not reach effectively.
Recommended Applications
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Automotive repair and servicing
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Mechanical maintenance
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Machinery servicing
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Workshop assembly
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Garage repairs
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Industrial maintenance
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General fastening applications
How to Use
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Select the correct Baum Art 406 deep socket size for the fastener.
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Attach the socket to a compatible 1/2 Inch drive tool.
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Ensure the socket is fully seated on the fastener.
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Turn the ratchet, breaker bar or torque wrench to tighten or loosen the fastener.
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For torque-critical applications, use a calibrated torque wrench and follow the equipment manufacturer's specifications.






