{"product_id":"69680000-km-socket-kit","title":"69680000 - KM Locknut Socket Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sykes-Pickavant KM Socket Kit is designed for the safe, accurate installation and removal of KM locknuts - specialised precision nuts used to secure bearings and other critical components on shafts. These nuts feature slots around their circumference, which means a standard socket or spanner cannot be used without risking damage to the nut or shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eKM sockets are purpose-built tools that engage directly with the nut’s slots, providing a positive drive connection that distributes torque evenly. This prevents slippage, rounding, or distortion - common issues when improvised tools are used - and helps maintain the integrity of both the locknut and the component it secures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eThis set covers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eKM sizes 4 to 10\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing compatibility with a wide range of industrial and automotive applications, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eBearing housings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eGearbox assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eShaft-mounted equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e½″ Square Drive\u003c\/strong\u003e – Works with standard ratchets and torque wrenches for easy, controlled tightening or loosening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1804\"\u003eKM-4 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km4-km4-socket?_pos=2\u0026amp;_psq=696800-\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM4\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1807\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eKM-5 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km5-km5-socket?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=km5\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM5\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003eKM-6 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km6-km6-socket?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=km6\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM6\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eKM-7 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km7-km7-socket?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=km7\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM7\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eKM-8 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km8-km8-socket?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=km8\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM8\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eKM-9 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km9-km9-socket?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=km9\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM9\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eKM-10 Socket \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/696800-km10-km10-socket?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=km10\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e696800-KM10\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eIndividual KM sockets and extension pieces are also available separately\u003c\/strong\u003e for specific applications or replacements \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8619\/3431\/files\/69680000_69680100_69680200_Data_Sheet-_2023.pdf?v=1687952441\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eclick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehere for more detailed information on individual sockets and extensions.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sykes Pickavant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452312609047,"sku":"69680000","price":299.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8619\/3431\/files\/69680000web.jpg?v=1689702933","url":"https:\/\/sykes-pickavant.com\/products\/69680000-km-socket-kit","provider":"Sykes Pickavant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}