Specializing in the production of special precision screws and nuts of various standards such as Chinese standard GB, Japanese standard JIS, British BS, American ANSI and ISO.
At present, the smallest screw diameter that our company can produce is 0.4mm, the shortest is 0.4mm, and the longest is 300CM.
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Torx screws feature a 6-point star-shaped recess that provides significantly better torque transfer compared to traditional Phillips or slotted screws. Laboratory tests show Torx screws can handle up to 80% more torque before cam-out occurs (the slipping that damages screw heads). The design distributes force evenly across all six contact points, reducing localized stress concentrations. This allows for torque values up to 30 Nm on standard T25 size screws, compared to just 18 Nm for equivalent Phillips screws.
The geometry of Torx drive systems demonstrates 90% less cam-out than Phillips drives when tested under identical conditions. This is quantified by the "cam-out angle" - the degree of bit rotation before disengagement. Torx maintains contact up to 15 degrees of off-axis rotation, while Phillips typically fails at 5 degrees. This characteristic is particularly valuable in automated assembly where consistency is critical.
Studies of manufacturing tool wear show Torx bits last 3-5 times longer than Phillips bits under continuous use. The even force distribution results in less deformation of the tool edges. Accelerated life testing indicates a standard T20 Torx bit can withstand over 50,000 insertion cycles before showing significant wear, compared to about 15,000 cycles for a comparable Phillips bit.
The Torx design enables more precise torque control with a standard deviation of just ±2% in torque application tests, versus ±8% for Phillips. This precision is quantified by torque tension correlation studies showing Torx achieves 95% consistency in clamping force at specified torque values, making it ideal for critical applications like aerospace components.
Security Torx (Tamper-Resistant Torx) versions feature a central pin that requires specialized tools. Testing shows these provide 300% greater resistance to unauthorized removal attempts compared to standard Torx. The pin diameter is precisely 1.27mm in most TR variants, requiring exact tool matching for removal.
Automotive Industry: Used in engine components where vibration resistance is critical. Torx screws maintain clamping force under vibrations up to 15G acceleration.
Electronics Manufacturing: Apple products use Torx screws as small as T3 (0.81mm point-to-point) for precise assembly of delicate components.
Aerospace: Critical airframe components utilize Torx screws that can withstand temperatures from -65°F to 450°F (-54°C to 232°C).
Medical Devices: Surgical instruments use miniature Torx screws (as small as T1) that can be sterilized at 270°F (132°C) repeatedly without degradation.
Industrial Machinery: Heavy equipment uses large Torx screws (up to T100) capable of handling 500+ ft-lbs of torque.
Tool Selection: Always use the exact size Torx bit - a T25 bit has a 3.99mm point-to-point dimension with 0.05mm tolerance. Using mismatched sizes increases wear by 400%.
Cleaning: Remove debris from screw heads using a brass brush (hardness 60-100 HB) to avoid damaging the recess. Compressed air at 30-50 psi is effective for clearing particles.
Lubrication: For high-torque applications, apply molybdenum disulfide grease (0.5-1.0mg per screw) to reduce friction by 35% while maintaining proper clamping force.
Storage: Store Torx bits in organized racks with humidity below 45% RH to prevent corrosion. Magnetic holders should have a field strength below 50 gauss to avoid magnetization.
Inspection: Replace bits showing more than 0.1mm of wear at any point. Use optical comparators to measure wear patterns with 0.01mm accuracy.
Torx Plus: Features a modified geometry that increases torque capacity by 20% over standard Torx. The flank angle is optimized to 15 degrees versus the standard 26 degrees.
External Torx (E-Torx): Used for socket applications with torque ratings up to 750 ft-lbs in large E24 sizes. The external design provides 360-degree engagement for maximum torque transfer.
Torx Paralobe: A high-performance variant that achieves 30% higher torque values than standard Torx through optimized flank geometry. Used in racing and military applications where extreme reliability is required.
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