Insulated Socket 27mm 1/2in Drive VDE Chrome Vanadium

A 27mm VDE insulated socket with a 1/2in drive, made from chrome vanadium steel for electrical and maintenance work where insulated tooling is required. Built as a single larger-size socket rather than part of a mixed set, it gives buyers a clear option when that exact size is needed.

Used by electricians, maintenance engineers and trade users working around electrical installations, switchgear and service equipment, this socket is suited to fastening and loosening 27mm fixings with a compatible 1/2in drive ratchet or handle. It also makes sense for replacement kit building, topping up an insulated tool collection, or keeping a dedicated size ready for repeat servicing work where the same fastener comes up regularly.

The 27mm size is clearly defined for specific fastening tasks, while the 1/2in drive suits common hand tools already used in site and workshop settings. Chrome vanadium steel gives the socket a solid base material, and the insulated construction makes it suitable for buyers who need VDE-rated tooling in their kit. For regular maintenance work, having the correct single size close to hand helps avoid unnecessary swapping between tools and keeps jobs moving more smoothly. As a standalone socket, it is also easier to store with other insulated drive tools and replacement pieces without taking up space with sizes you do not need.

Insulated socket specifications

• Size: 27mm socket for specific larger fastener applications.
• Drive fit: 1/2in drive for use with compatible ratchets, bars and handles.
• Insulation: VDE insulated for electrical and maintenance tool kits.
• Material: Made from chrome vanadium steel.
• Use: Useful as a replacement socket or for building a dedicated insulated set.

A practical choice for regular electrical and maintenance work where the right socket size matters.