Torx screwdrivers

As we have already mentioned in our article on types of screwdriver bits, in the industry we can find different types of bits for different types of uses. Each type of screwdriver bit can have a different use, for example, flat-head screwdriver bits can be very small in size, but the tightening torque that we can achieve with them may not be the highest.

That is why in this article we want to talk about Torx screwdrivers, also known as TX. We can recognize this type of tip very quickly because it has a kind of star shape, and thanks to its 6 tips, we can achieve a high torque with each use.

For these reasons, the Torx screwdriver has gained great popularity in recent years in sectors such as carpentry, automotive, and industry in general.

Types of Torx Screwdrivers

Since Torx screwdrivers are a widely used tool in different sectors, we can have a wide variety of types, sizes and shapes of this screwdriver. Below, we will tell you about the different types of TX screwdrivers.

Offset Wrenches

TX offset wrenches are one of the most widely used and portable tools for everyday use. For those who don’t know what an offset wrench is, it is a chrome silicon vanadium rod, in the case of TX Bianditz wrenches, with an L shape and a Torx tip at both ends. It is very common to see this type of reference in sets of 9 units.

There are two versions of TX offset wrenches: the normal key version and the version with a tamper-proof tip, also known as anti-vandal. The latter stands out for having a small hole for use with tamper-proof screws.

T-handle

T-handle TX wrenches are another option that we can find on the market with relative ease. We can distinguish them by their handle, as their name indicates, with a T shape and a horizontal and a vertical rod with the TX tip at each end. Thanks to this type of wrench, the tightening that we can do is normally greater than that of angled wrenches, thanks to their handle.

As we have mentioned with the TX offset wrenches, with the T-handle wrenches we will also have two tip options, the normal one and the tamper-proof one.

Torx screwdrivers

Torx screwdrivers are a very common option on the market as they feature a very ergonomic and easy-to-use handle for everyday use, with which we can achieve high torques. The Bianditz range of screwdrivers are made from Chromium, Vanadium and Molybdenum materials, providing high resistance in use.

TX Screwdriver Bits

If what we are looking for is a “multi-purpose” option, it is best to use Torx screwdriver bits with a bit-holder handle, this way we can exchange the bits on the handle depending on the size of the screw we want to handle.

Regarding TX screwdriver bits, we can find ¼” bits, 5/16” bits or 10mm hexagon driver bits depending on the use we want to give them. The larger bits would be focused on more industrial sectors to achieve higher tightening torques.

Precision Torx Screwdrivers

You may not be able to think of an example of where a precision Torx screwdriver can be used at the moment you are reading this article. But this type of screwdriver is used in most electronic items such as our computers, phones or tablets… That is why they have gained such great popularity in recent years.

These screwdrivers stand out for their small size, which means that we will not be able to tighten them with very large torques.

Torx security screwdrivers

As we have mentioned in the article, we can find Torx security screwdrivers in different formats, angled, T-key, screwdriver bits… The peculiarity of these bits is in the hole they have in the tip of the screwdriver, which thanks to it we can use them on all those screws with the anti-vandal “notch”.
Anti-vandal screws are mostly used in spaces where we do not want an element to be manipulated due to street action. To learn more about this point, it is interesting to visit the article on types of security screws.

Torx Screwdriver Bit Materials

Within the range of materials for Bianditz TX screwdriver tips we can find 3 types of coatings or finishes, the extra, the TIN and the TX tip for impact screwdrivers.

Extra Quality TX Screwdrivers

Bianditz’s range of extra hard quality screwdriver bits are designed and manufactured for high performance professional use.

TX quality TIN screwdrivers

The Bianditz CVD TiN coated tip series is a Titanium Nitride coated tip and is specifically designed for intensive work on assembly lines.

TX TiCN screwdriver bit

The TiCN coated screwdriver bits are a tip with a titanium carbonitride ceramic coating. This coating offers extraordinary hardness and resistance, which combined with the extra quality tips provide the tip with tenacity with highly professional results.

TX bits for impact screwdriver

The TX series of impact screwdriver bits are a series of bits specially designed for use in impact screwdrivers.

Torx screwdrivers measurements

As we have already explained, within the TX screwdriver range we can find a wide range of different types depending on the use and the sector for which we are using it. The smallest sizes of TX screwdrivers in the Bianditz catalogue start with the T5 in precision screwdrivers and go up to T60 in the 10mm tip range, but if we are talking about more specific industrial sectors we may need larger tip sizes.

For all those sectors that require special sizes or screwdriver tips, Bianditz has a team prepared to manufacture custom screwdriver tips.

Frequently Asked Questions about Torx Screwdrivers

What torx screwdrivers do I use for cell phones?

As we have mentioned, cell phones and other electronic devices have very small parts and therefore require very small screwdrivers. For this purpose, precision Torx screwdrivers are the most commonly used option.

What torx screwdrivers do I use for electronics?

Just like with mobile phones, precision TX screwdrivers are mostly used in electronics, however, if we work with larger electronic devices, we may find larger TX keys or even special screwdriver tips, frequently used in this type of devices so as not to be able to manipulate the internal components.

TX Screwdriver Set

Within the range of TX screwdrivers from Bianditz, we can find a series of very interesting sets with all the references that we may need on a daily basis. The most common are the TX 9-key offset wrench sets.

Custom TX Screwdrivers

If you are looking for a Torx screwdriver size that is different from the ones on the market, Bianditz as a bit manufacturer is able to meet your needs for special bits. To do so, please contact us: Contact Bianditz