Grip-Tite Socket Blog

A popular method of removing a rusty bolt is to use penetrating fluid. The fluid can seep into the threads of the rusty bolt for at least 30 minutes and then the bolt can be unfastened using a socket. However, there are times that this method doesn't work because the rust has already eaten away at the bolt head and weakened it. Attempting to unfasten the bolt can lead to rounding and difficulty in removal.


Socket designs used today utilize the corners of the bolt head as anchors. Some manufacturers have tried to move the point of contact to the flat sides of the bolt head but that still ends up stressing the corners. If you want a more effective socket in removing stuck or rusty bolts, check out the Super Socket. This socket uses a different approach in removing bolts. It uses a system of moving cams that grip the flats of the bolt. As you twist the ratchet, the cams move inward, effectively holding the stuck bolt head tightly. Since it doesn't rely on the corners of the bolt, you can take out severely rounded bolts with no problems.

Make removal of rusty bolts easy with the Super Sockets from Better Tools and Fasteners. Contact us if you have questions about our products.