Screw heads and drives

Screw heads and actuators are an essential part of everyday life, although they are often overlooked. These small but crucial parts play an important role in joining and fastening materials. Different types of screw heads and drives are designed to meet different needs and circumstances.

Phillips head

One of the most common screw heads is the crossheadis the crosshead, also known as the Phillips head. This head is recognised by its crossed notches that form a cross shape and is often used for general applications. The cross pattern makes it possible to apply greater torque without the screwdriver slipping out of the head.

Slotted head

The slotted head is a classic and simple screw head with a straight groove that fits into the screw head. Although easy to make, the slotted head tends to damage easily and is less suitable for high torques.

Torx

Torx screws are recognisable by their star-shaped recesses. They offer better torque transfer and reduce the risk of damaging both the screw and the tool. This makes Torx screws ideal for applications where precision and safety are important.

Hexagon head (Allen)

The hexagon head, also known as the socket head, has six sides and is driven with an Allen key. This type of screw head is particularly useful in situations where space is limited and precise control is needed when tightening.

Combination heads

Combination heads combine features of different screw heads to increase versatility. For example, these heads can be a combination of a slotted and a Phillips head, allowing them to be driven with different types of screwdrivers.

In short, screw heads and actuators come in several variants to meet the diverse needs of different applications. They play a quiet but crucial role in our daily lives, ensuring solid connections and structural integrity in various structures and devices.