Tamper Resistant Fasteners
Tamper resistant fasteners (a.k.a. security fasteners) require special drivers or tools to install and remove. Some types cannot be removed once installed. Tamper resistant fasteners are commonly used in public spaces to reduce the risk of tampering or unauthorized removal.
Machine Screws
![Star Pin-in Machine Screw](images/catalog/machine-screw-star-pin-in-button.gif)
Screws with machine threads for use with a nut or in a tapped hole.
Pan | Flat | Button | Round | Truss | Oval | |
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![]() Star pin-in |
![]() Star pin-in flat |
![]() Star pin-in button |
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![]() Spanner (snake eyes) |
![]() Spanner pan |
![]() Spanner flat |
![]() Spanner oval |
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![]() One-way |
![]() One-way round |
Sheet Metal Screws
![sheet metal screw star pin in](images/catalog/sheet-metal-screw-star-pin-in-button.gif)
Screws with large threads for use in sheet metal sometimes also used in plastic, fiberglass, or wood.
Pan | Flat | Button | Round | Truss | Oval | |
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![]() Star pin-in |
![]() Star pin-in flat |
![]() Star pin-in button |
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![]() Spanner (snake eyes) |
![]() Spanner pan |
![]() Spanner flat |
![]() Spanner truss |
![]() Spanner oval |
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![]() One-way |
![]() One-way round |
Sex Bolt and Mating Screws
![Sex Bolts and Mating Screws](images/catalog/sex-bolts-and-mating-screws.gif)
Sex bolts resemble machine screws, but with internal threads, and can be used with either specialized mating screws or standard machine screws. Also known as barrel nuts and Chicago bolts.
Sex bolts | Mating screws | |
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![]() One way |
![]() One-way truss, serrated |
![]() One-way truss, serrated |
Driver Bits
Standard 1/4" insert bit | 5/16" shank insert bit | Power bit | |
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![]() Star pin-in |
![]() Star pin-in insert bits |
![]() Star pin-in 5/16" insert bits |
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![]() Spanner (snake eyes) |
![]() Spanner insert bits |
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![]() One way (slotted driver) |
![]() Slotted insert bits |
![]() Slotted power bits |