Screwdriver

Screwdrivers

Screwdrivers are one of the most essential tools for any automotive mechanic. They come in a variety of different types, each designed for a specific purpose.

• Straight screwdrivers are the most common type of screwdriver. They have a straight shaft and a pointed tip. Straight screwdrivers are used to tighten and loosen screws with a slotted head.
• Phillips screwdrivers have a cross-shaped tip. They are used to tighten and loosen screws with a Phillips head.
• Torx screwdrivers have a star-shaped tip. They are used to tighten and loosen screws with a Torx head.
• Allen wrenches have a hexagonal-shaped tip. They are used to tighten and loosen screws with an Allen head.
• Combination screwdrivers have two different tips on the same shaft. They are used to tighten and loosen screws with both slotted and Phillips heads.

In addition to the different types of screwdrivers, there are also different sizes of screwdrivers. The size of a screwdriver is determined by the width of the tip. The most common sizes of screwdrivers are #1, #2, #3, and #4.

When choosing a screwdriver, it is important to select the right type and size for the job. Using the wrong type or size of screwdriver can damage the screw or the screwdriver.

Types of Screwdrivers

• Straight screwdrivers
• Phillips screwdrivers
• Torx screwdrivers
• Allen wrenches
• Combination screwdrivers

Tips for Choosing a Screwdriver

• Select the right type of screwdriver for the job.
• Select the right size of screwdriver for the screw.
• Use a gentle touch when tightening and loosening screws.
• Avoid using a screwdriver as a pry bar.
• Keep your screwdrivers clean and sharp.