Description

Key Features

1/2 in. Drive Fit

This DeWalt 1/2-In. (13mm) Drive 6-Point 17mm Metric Deep Socket is built for 1/2-inch drive hand tools, giving you a common size that works well for heavier fastening jobs.

DirectTorque Grip

DirectTorque technology is designed to help prevent rounding fasteners while improving grip. That matters when you are working on stubborn hardware and want cleaner engagement.

Chrome Vanadium Build

The polished chrome vanadium finish is built for durability and helps protect against chipping and flaking, so the socket holds up better in regular shop use.

Overview

The DeWalt 1/2-In. (13mm) Drive 6-Point 17mm Metric Deep Socket, model DWMT93532OSP, is a single deep metric socket for mechanics, technicians, and anyone working with 17 mm fasteners. This is a deep socket designed for fastening and loosening 17 mm nuts and bolts with a 1/2-inch drive hand tool. If you need extra reach over exposed threads or recessed fasteners, the deep profile is the main reason to buy this style over a standard socket.

What separates this socket from a basic chrome piece is DeWalt’s DirectTorque technology. In practical use, that means the socket is designed to grip the fastener more effectively and help reduce the chance of rounding corners. On older hardware or higher-torque applications, that matters. A socket that stays planted saves time and usually saves the fastener too.

The 6-point design is the right choice when you want solid contact on hex fasteners. Compared to multi-point designs, a 6-point socket is generally the better pick for higher torque hand-tool work because it focuses contact where it counts. Pair that with the 17 mm metric sizing and this becomes a straightforward shop drawer essential for automotive and equipment maintenance.

DeWalt also calls out a polished chrome vanadium finish, which is there for more than looks. Chrome vanadium steel is a common material choice for hand sockets because it balances strength and durability, while the polished finish helps resist chipping and flaking. The knurled control ring gives you a little more grip when your hands are oily or when you are starting a fastener by hand before putting a ratchet on it.

Hard stamped markings are another small detail that makes a difference in real use. Size markings that stay readable are easier to find in a crowded tool box, especially if this socket gets used regularly. Since this is an individual socket with a piece count of one, it makes sense for replacing a missing size, filling a gap in a set, or building out a metric socket selection one size at a time.

This DeWalt 1/2-In. (13mm) Drive 6-Point 17mm Metric Deep Socket is a good fit for automotive work, general mechanical service, and maintenance tasks where 17 mm metric hardware shows up often. If you want a single deep socket that focuses on grip, durability, and easy handling, this is the kind of no-nonsense piece that earns its spot fast.

Built for Better Fastener Contact

This deep socket is made for users who need reach, grip, and a size they can identify quickly in the box. The deep pattern helps on longer studs and recessed nuts, while the 6-point opening is designed to stay engaged on the flats of the fastener.

• DirectTorque technology helps reduce fastener rounding
• Knurled control ring improves hand grip during setup and removal

What’s in the Box

• (1) DeWalt DWMT93532OSP 1/2-In. Drive 6-Point 17mm Metric Deep Socket

Key Specifications

Product Type	Socket
Drive Size	1/2 in.
Socket Size	17 mm
Socket Style	Deep
Point Count	6-Point
Material	Chrome Vanadium Steel
Finish	Polished Chrome Vanadium
Piece Count	1

Built For

Automotive Mechanical Service Equipment Maintenance Metric Fastening Garage and Shop Use Recessed Fasteners

Pro Tip

If you are working on a nut that sits down over a long stud, reach for this deep socket first instead of forcing a shallow one. You will get full engagement on the 17 mm fastener and avoid slipping the corners.

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

A simple socket that gets the important stuff right

The DeWalt 1/2-In. (13mm) Drive 6-Point 17mm Metric Deep Socket is the kind of single replacement or fill-in socket that makes sense when you want reliable grip and a true deep profile.

• Who it’s for: Mechanics, techs, and serious DIYers who regularly work with 17 mm metric hardware.
• Why it stands out: DirectTorque technology, a 6-point opening, and the knurled ring all point to better real-world control instead of just shelf appeal.
• Worth knowing: This is an individual socket, not a set, so it is best for replacing a missing size or adding a deep 17 mm option to an existing collection.

Common Questions

• What size drive does this socket use? It uses a 1/2-inch drive.
• Is this a deep or shallow socket? This is a deep socket.
• How many points does the socket have? It is a 6-point socket.
• What fastener size is it made for? It is sized for 17 mm metric fasteners.