Practical Torx T8 Security Screwdriver for Xbox 360 Controller

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While it’s common to use the terms Torx and star interchangeably, there’s actually a bit of a difference between the two. Much like the Allen wrench, Torx is a trademarked name and refers to a specific brand, whereas star is the generic name (much like hex keys). However, there is a difference beyond just licensing. Sharke, Paul (June 2005). "Fast and Secure: how much proof is tamperproof?". Mechanical Engineering. 127 (6): 32. doi: 10.1115/1.2005-JUN-2. ISSN 0025-6501. Archived from the original on 2007-02-09 . Retrieved 2012-01-14. {{ cite journal}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown ( link) There are also a lot of emergency DIY methods out there, such as softening a piece of plastic and shaping it to fit. However, these other methods are just as prone to failure. In the end, it’s usually much cheaper to simply buy an actual star bit set. Torx Bit Sizes Charts Internal Star Bit Sizes Size AudiTorx is a tamper-proof fastener where a convex and smooth fastener head is topped with a break-away Torx drive that snaps off when the engineered torque is reached, leaving a rivet-like bolt head that cannot be easily removed. The main application for these fasteners is in the railroad industry. [29] External (inverted) Torx [ edit ] External Torx driver TS Star Bits (5 Sided) 1/4"D 7pc - Part No. 3389 - Part of the TS Star/Torx* Plus range from Laser Tools" . Retrieved 14 July 2016.

AW drive is a hexalobular-type screw head similar to Torx, with a tapered profile to aid in centering, developed by the Würth Group in Germany. [30] It is available in five sizes: AW10, AW20, AW25, AW30 and AW40. [31] Gallery [ edit ] Another bit of terminology that can be confusing is when referencing internal Torx vs external Torx. When talking Torx bits, we’re actually referring to an internal Torx head. In other words, the bit is inserted into the head of the fitting. Camcar eventually became part of Textron Fastening Systems in the 1990s. In 2006 Textron Fastening Systems was sold to Platinum Equities, LLC, of Beverly Hills, California. They renamed the company Acument Global Technologies, which as of 2010 includes Avdel, Camcar, Ring Screw, and others. In 2014, Acument was sold from Platinum Equity to Fontana Gruppo. Many star bits have little improvements, such as knurled ends or ball dents to improve handle grip. While essentially the same as official Torx, these little additions tend to make third party star bits a more popular choice. Internal vs External Torx External Torx There’s a lot of potential confusion when it comes to whether or not you should include Torx bits (aka: star bits) in your toolkit. Additionally, you may not be familiar with the various standard and uncommon star bit sizes.

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Tamper-Resistant TORX PLUS Drive System" (PDF). Textron Fastening Systems. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2006-11-10.

a b c d e "Chart of Torx fasteners and tools". Wiha Tools USA. Archived from the original on 2015-12-26 . Retrieved 2012-01-14. Torx screws are commonly found on automobiles, motorcycles, bicycle brake systems ( disc brakes), hard disk drives, computer systems and consumer electronics. Initially, they were sometimes used in applications requiring tamper resistance, since the drive systems and screwdrivers were not widely available; as drivers became more common, tamper-resistant variants, as described below, were developed. [4] Torx screws are also becoming increasingly popular in construction industries.

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TORX PLUS Long arm L-Keys". Wiha Tools USA. Archived from the original on 7 October 2015 . Retrieved 14 July 2016.