Yes, but you run the risk of stripping the head. For high strength, torque, always use a 6-point socket.
6-point is a regular hexagon head bolt 12-point is for high torque applications where more contact is needed with the spanner or socket and for which a 12-point socket is needed. The head is in fact shaped like the inverse of a 12-point socket.
Yes, you can use a 6-pt also.
An Allen screw is a screw whose head has a hexagonal socket.
1/2" 12 point. A deep socket will be required
The socket diameter of a bolt refers to the width of the opening in the head of the bolt for a socket or wrench to fit. It is typically determined by the size of the bolt and the type of socket needed for installation or removal. Common socket diameters for bolts range from 8mm to 24mm.
They are used on the old square nuts and bolts. Some automotive drain plugs have square heads. Also, certain sizes are useful in theatrical lighting instruments and on chassis punches. Anywhere you encounter a bolt with a square head, an 8-point socket will be useful. They are also know as "double square" sockets.
The bolt heads require a 12mm/ 12 point socket.
The 2002 Kia Rio head bolts can be removed with a 12 pointed 12mm socket
A 7/32 socket or wrench will fit on a 5.5mm bolt, but poorly. You risk rounding off the head of the bolt if it's stuck very tight.
Yes, the main bolt is a socket head, 8mm.
10mm 12-point socket