The better question is why do we still use outdated screw heads like philips, flat, and robertson when we have torx/star bits that are better in literally every way?
Proper terminology would be "driver bits", not "drill bits". Driver bits can be used in screwdrivers, impact drivers and drills, but drill bits can only be used in drills unless you have have a chuck for your driver. Of course there are always exceptions, like drill bits with a hex base instead of the typical round one. Also, it is common for strange screws to be used for safety reasons. If you look at many mains powered appliances and power boards for example, you often find what looks like three pronged star heads with the prongs angled, not straight out from the center. They have a name, but I can't remember what it is. They are specifically used to discourage non-qualified people from opening the case because doing so can expose mains voltages. You can also come across charged capacitors that retain a high voltage for a fair while after the power is disconnected.
I was thinking the same, but it dropped right down after about 20 seconds. Personally, I don't like any music in reviews because the narration is what's important. No music means viewers are only listening to what you have to say.
Screw heads standards evolution is gradually: (oldest) 1 flat 2 Phillips 3 Pozidriv 4 Torx (newest) Philips isn't a standard anymore Pozidriv still is and Torx is slowly replacing it as of rn
Cheers. I just did a bit more research on this as this video was originally meant to be at the end of my drills vs impact driver video. (but it became too long) Ill be releasing a video in about a month and a half that covers the screw driver bits in alot more detail and cheers for pointing me in this direction.
All screw types have pros and cons but I have no idea why Philips are still used since Pozidriv came along. They look similar but Philips only have 4 points of contact while Pozi have 8. The angle of the slots on Pozi is better too so much less chance of slipping.
@@suburbangardenshed No worries, where are you? I don't think Pozi ever became a thing in the US, whereas it did in the UK. Phillips here are mostly used in flat-pack furniture. Robertson only really turn up in pocket-hole screws. By and large, Pozi are better than Phillips (less cam out) but personally, I am gradually switching to Torx which I find better again.
The better question is why do we still use outdated screw heads like philips, flat, and robertson when we have torx/star bits that are better in literally every way?
It is definitely time to upgrade the standard to torx or hex bits
I know right? xP
But it just needs time.
Most of the stores are still selling Pozidriv on pieces.
But as a locksmith I'm using Torx now.
@@lucius_caecilliustorx is also better than hex
Fun fact Proper name for the square is Robertson
Proper terminology would be "driver bits", not "drill bits". Driver bits can be used in screwdrivers, impact drivers and drills, but drill bits can only be used in drills unless you have have a chuck for your driver. Of course there are always exceptions, like drill bits with a hex base instead of the typical round one.
Also, it is common for strange screws to be used for safety reasons. If you look at many mains powered appliances and power boards for example, you often find what looks like three pronged star heads with the prongs angled, not straight out from the center. They have a name, but I can't remember what it is. They are specifically used to discourage non-qualified people from opening the case because doing so can expose mains voltages. You can also come across charged capacitors that retain a high voltage for a fair while after the power is disconnected.
Good point I did drop the ball there haha. And yer having unique bits to stop non qualified people entering is another good valid reason.
A very interesting topic, but I cant hear it due to this jungle music overtaking the mic sound level...
Noted, Ill tone it down for future videos and thanks
I was thinking the same, but it dropped right down after about 20 seconds. Personally, I don't like any music in reviews because the narration is what's important. No music means viewers are only listening to what you have to say.
because philips is way less usable than torx or square sockets, called Robertson.
I now agree. Its funny as I have been using Philips heads for years but I will now be a loyal Robertson user.
Screw heads standards evolution is gradually:
(oldest)
1 flat
2 Phillips
3 Pozidriv
4 Torx
(newest)
Philips isn't a standard anymore Pozidriv still is and Torx is slowly replacing it as of rn
Cheers. I just did a bit more research on this as this video was originally meant to be at the end of my drills vs impact driver video. (but it became too long) Ill be releasing a video in about a month and a half that covers the screw driver bits in alot more detail and cheers for pointing me in this direction.
@@suburbangardenshed Glad to help. I love how superior Torx are :)
All screw types have pros and cons but I have no idea why Philips are still used since Pozidriv came along. They look similar but Philips only have 4 points of contact while Pozi have 8. The angle of the slots on Pozi is better too so much less chance of slipping.
Full disclosure, I didnt know about Pozidrivs until now so thanks for the tip :)
@@suburbangardenshed No worries, where are you? I don't think Pozi ever became a thing in the US, whereas it did in the UK. Phillips here are mostly used in flat-pack furniture. Robertson only really turn up in pocket-hole screws. By and large, Pozi are better than Phillips (less cam out) but personally, I am gradually switching to Torx which I find better again.
Star drive FTW
I havn't really looked into that one yet :)