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Kinmar Permanent by Hafren Security Fasteners
The Kinmar Permanent screw is a true one-way fastener designed for permanent installations where no future access is needed. Its unique shape makes unauthorized removal extremely difficult without specialized tooling or destruction. However, its broad, flat top offers limited resistance to physical attacks like grinding or gripping tools. The overall security relies more on deterrence than invulnerability.
Kinmar Permanent
- Permanent Fixtures
- Low-Maintenance Installations
- Visual Deterrence
Kinmar Permanent
- Applications Requiring Maintenance
- High-Tool Exposure Environments
- Resistance to Physical Destruction
Kinmar Permanent
None: One-way design, no driver for removal.
Kinmar Permanent
Not specified; high torque before shearing.
Kinmar Permanent
Not specified; likely moderate (e.g., 100 pieces).
Kinmar Permanent
Extremely high: Permanent, resists all removal attempts.
Kinmar Permanent
$1.62 - $5.35
Kinmar Permanent
Not specified; likely available for bulk orders.
Kinmar Permanent
One-way keyway, shears after installation.
Kinmar Permanent
None: Permanent design, no removal tools.
Kinmar Permanent
Button.
Kinmar Permanent
Steel, stainless steel; A2, A4 options.
Kinmar Permanent
Non-reusable; permanent installation.
Kinmar Permanent
Extremely high: One-way design prevents removal.
Kinmar Permanent
No tools for removal; one-way design.
Kinmar Permanent
Manual or power-driven; shears after installation.
Kinmar Permanent
High: One-way design signals permanence.
Kinmar Permanent
None: No removal tools exist.
Kinmar Permanent
Not specified; likely 1–4 weeks.
Kinmar Permanent
Kinmar Removable by Hafren Security Fasteners
The Kinmar® Removable fastener offers a flexible tamper-resistant option for low-risk applications, but its design leaves critical vulnerabilities. The flat top makes it easier to grip with locking pliers or attack with rotary tools, and although the manufacturer claims the driver socket is restricted, it can be found online for around $170—undermining the intended access control. Its use is best limited to low-value or controlled environments where convenience outweighs high security.
Kinmar Removable
- Low-Value Theft Prevention
- Controlled Access Environments
Kinmar Removable
- High-Value Theft Protection
- High-Frequency Removal
- Large-Scale Projects
- Applications Requiring Sizes Outside M6–M12
Kinmar Removable
Restricted: Specialist tooling, available only from Hafren approved distributors.
Kinmar Removable
Not specified; high torque for removable security.
Kinmar Removable
Not specified; likely moderate (e.g., 100 pieces).
Kinmar Removable
High: Requires specialist tooling, resists standard bits.
Kinmar Removable
$2.04 - $6.95
Kinmar Removable
Not specified; likely available for bulk orders.
Kinmar Removable
Patented two-indent keyway, resists standard bits.
Kinmar Removable
Controlled: Specialist tooling restricted to approved distributors.
Kinmar Removable
Button, countersunk.
Kinmar Removable
Steel, stainless steel; A2, A4 options.
Kinmar Removable
Reusable with Kinmar® tooling; designed for secure removal.
Kinmar Removable
High: Patented keyway enhances tamper resistance.
Kinmar Removable
Requires Kinmar® specialist tooling; incompatible with standard bits.
Kinmar Removable
Manual or power-driven with Kinmar® tooling.
Kinmar Removable
Moderate: Two-indent design signals security but less unique.
Kinmar Removable
Moderate: Restricted tooling reduces risk, but not bespoke.
Kinmar Removable
Not specified; likely 1–4 weeks. Contact Hafren.
Kinmar Removable
