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Socket Sets
Imperial and metric socket sets are two different types of tools used for working with nuts and bolts of different sizes.
Imperial socket sets are designed to work with nuts and bolts that are measured in inches, and the sizes in the set typically range from 1/4 inch to 1 inch. These sets are commonly used in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system of measurement.
Metric socket sets, on the other hand, are designed to work with nuts and bolts that are measured in millimeters, and the sizes in the set typically range from 4 mm to 19 mm. These sets are commonly used in countries that use the metric system of measurement, including most of Europe, Asia, and Australia.
It's important to use the correct socket set for the nuts and bolts you are working with, as using the wrong size can lead to stripped or damaged fasteners, and can also be dangerous. Some socket sets are designed to work with both imperial and metric sizes, and are labeled as such