Grip-Tite Socket Blog

Bolts are often coated with a thin layer of protective metal to prevent corrosion. However, the layer is abraded due to repeated unfastening of the bolt. This causes rust to form which makes unfastening difficult. Using lubricants can help loosen the thread but can take a while. If you are trying to get things done quickly, you should consider getting a socket designed for removing stuck bolts.

Ordinary sockets usually have small tolerances to ensure a perfect fit on the bolt head. However, even close tolerances have a small gap between the head and the socket. The gap causes the socket to put stress on the corners of the bolt head as you try to unfasten it. This causes the head to get rounded and makes removal more difficult. You might want to purchase tools from Better Tools and Fasteners. Our products have specially designed cams which grip the bolt head to reduce stress on the corners. The cam mechanism uses a special assembly that pushes the cam towards the head. This helps it tightly grip the stuck bolt as you apply more torque.

Get your own Super Socket set today to help remove stuck bolts easily. If you need more details, call us at (866) 576-3216 and consider investing on this sockets.