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
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
Tri-Wing
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.
Tri-Wing
Widely available; sold in stores and online.
Tri-Wing
Moderate; varies by size and material.
Tri-Wing
Low: Often available in small packs.
Tri-Wing
Low: Easily removed in minutes.
Tri-Wing
Low: Varies by supplier, size, and material.
Tri-Wing
Likely available from distributors.
Tri-Wing
Standard, not proprietary.
Tri-Wing
N/A: Bits widely available to public.
Tri-Wing
Button, flat, pan, socket; varies by supplier.
Tri-Wing
Steel, stainless steel (e.g., 304, 316), sometimes brass or zinc-plated—depends on supplier.
Tri-Wing
Reusable with matching bit; integrity depends on torque and material.
Tri-Wing
Low: Easily defeated with standard bits or modified tools.
Tri-Wing
Compatible with standard bits; widely available tools.
Tri-Wing
Manual or power-driven with bit; standard installation process.
Tri-Wing
Low: Recognizable shape signals basic security, not highly deterrent.
Tri-Wing
N/A: Tool/Bit is widely available.
Tri-Wing
N/A: Commonly stocked item.
Tri-Wing
