Security Fastener
Our Thoughts
Good For
Not Good For
Driver Availability
Maximum Torque (MFG Claim)
Minimum Quantity
Average Break-In Time
Cost Per Fastener
Samples Available
Keyway Type
Tool Control
Head Style Options
Material Options
Reusability
Tamper Resistance
Tool Compatibility
Installation Method
Visual Deterrence Level
Removal Risk if Tool Leaks
Lead Time to Purchase
Where to Buy
Penta-Bolts
This fastener is widely available and lacks meaningful tool control or tamper resistance. While often marketed as a "security screw," it does not meet our standards for the security classification. It may deter casual tampering but offers very little protection against intentional removal.
Penta-Bolts
Widely available; sold in stores and online.
Penta-Bolts
Moderate; varies by size and material.
Penta-Bolts
Low: Often available in small packs.
Penta-Bolts
Low: Easily removed in minutes.
Penta-Bolts
Low: Varies by supplier, size, and material.
Penta-Bolts
Likely available from distributors.
Penta-Bolts
Standard, not proprietary.
Penta-Bolts
N/A: Bits widely available to public.
Penta-Bolts
Button, flat, pan, socket; varies by supplier.
Penta-Bolts
Steel, stainless steel (e.g., 304, 316), sometimes brass or zinc-plated—depends on supplier.
Penta-Bolts
Reusable with matching bit; integrity depends on torque and material.
Penta-Bolts
Low: Easily defeated with standard bits or modified tools.
Penta-Bolts
Compatible with standard bits; widely available tools.
Penta-Bolts
Manual or power-driven with bit; standard installation process.
Penta-Bolts
Low: Recognizable shape signals basic security, not highly deterrent.
Penta-Bolts
N/A: Tool/Bit is widely available.
Penta-Bolts
N/A: Commonly stocked item.
Penta-Bolts
Snake-Eye
This fastener is widely available and lacks meaningful tool control or tamper resistance. While often marketed as a "security screw," it does not meet our standards for the security classification. It may deter casual tampering but offers very little protection against intentional removal.
Snake-Eye
Widely available; sold in stores and online.
Snake-Eye
~70 in/lbs for 1/4-20x1
Snake-Eye
Low: Often available in small packs.
Snake-Eye
Low: Easily removed in minutes.
Snake-Eye
Low: Varies by supplier, size, and material.
Snake-Eye
Likely available from distributors.
Snake-Eye
Standard, not proprietary.
Snake-Eye
N/A: Bits widely available to public.
Snake-Eye
Button, flat, pan, socket; varies by supplier.
Snake-Eye
Steel, stainless steel (e.g., 304, 316), sometimes brass or zinc-plated—depends on supplier.
Snake-Eye
Reusable with matching bit; integrity depends on torque and material.
Snake-Eye
Low: Easily defeated with standard bits or modified tools.
Snake-Eye
Compatible with standard bits; widely available tools.
Snake-Eye
Manual or power-driven with bit; standard installation process.
Snake-Eye
Low: Recognizable shape signals basic security, not highly deterrent.
Snake-Eye
N/A: Tool/Bit is widely available.
Snake-Eye
N/A: Commonly stocked item.
Snake-Eye
