Titanium Torx Drive Screws (ISO 10664 / DIN 9180)

Titanium Torx drive screws use a six-lobe star-shaped recess that accepts Torx bits. Compared to Phillips cross-recess drives (which cam-out at high torque) and hex Allen drives (limited contact area), Torx provides three advantages: higher torque capacity, no cam-out (the lobe geometry holds the bit in place), and reduced tool & screw wear. This makes Torx the preferred drive system for automated assembly lines, precision applications and any situation where maximum torque is needed with minimal slip risk.

The drive recess itself is standardized in ISO 10664 (hexalobular internal driving feature) with DIN 9180 as the German equivalent. Screws with Torx drive are manufactured in multiple head styles. Feinuotai coordinates socket cap, countersunk, button and pan head variants. Metric M2–M20, Torx sizes T5–T50 coordinated. Grade 2 CP titanium and Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V alloy available.

Product Range & Specifications

ISO 10664 (drive geometry) / DIN 9180 (metric Torx screws) commonly referenced.

Head Types

Socket head cap (raised cylindrical), countersunk (90° flush), button head (low-profile rounded), pan head — specify head style at inquiry.

Drive Type

Six-lobe star (Torx / hexalobular internal). Drive size coded T5–T50. T = standard Torx, IP = Torx Plus (improved profile). Specify T or IP at inquiry.

Thread Forms

Metric coarse & fine pitch. Inch UNC / UNF on request.

Metric Dimensions

Standard Range: M2–M20 (DIN 9180 / ISO 10664). Torx sizes T5 (M2) to T50 (M20).
Custom Supply: M1, M24+ and cut-to-length per drawing.
Stock Availability: M3–M12 common head styles in Gr2 & Gr5.

Grade Options

Regular: Grade 2 (CP Ti) & Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V alloy).
Coordinated: Grade 1, Grade 7, Grade 9, Grade 23 — subject to order quantity.
Note: Torx drive significantly outperforms Phillips and Allen drives in torque-to-wear ratio — specify your target torque.

Standard References

ISO 10664 (drive recess geometry), DIN 9180 (metric Torx screws), ISO 14584 / DIN 9181 (countersunk Torx), ASME B18.2.1 (inch Torx).

Custom Manufacturing

Non-standard head styles, recess sizes, Torx Plus (IP) drive, special threads and coatings coordinated per drawing.

Packaging

Bag / box / wooden case per request. Bulk, small-lot and export packaging supported.

Typical Application Areas

Aerospace & Aviation

High-torque, zero-cam-out fastening for airframe and engines.

Medical Devices

Reliable torque transfer for precision device assembly.

Industrial Machinery

Automated assembly lines designed around Torx tooling.

Sporting Goods

Motorcycle, bicycle, sports equipment where corrosion resistance and high torque are both required.

Quality & Documentation

Material test certificates, dimensional reports (head diameter, drive recess geometry per ISO 10664, thread, length) and surface finish documentation available per order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Torx and Torx Plus (IP)?

Standard Torx (T): original six-lobe star profile with rounded lobes — widely available tooling.
Torx Plus (IP): improved lobe geometry that resists rounding and reduces stress concentration — extends tool and screw life, allows slightly higher torque. Specify which drive system your tooling supports.

Torx vs Phillips vs Allen — which drive has the highest torque capacity?

Torx / Torx Plus: highest — six-lobe contact area holds the bit securely, no cam-out.
Allen (hex socket): second — good torque, but contact is only at six flat faces — corners can round under extreme torque.
Phillips cross-recess: lowest — designed to cam-out as a safety feature. Not for high-torque joints.
For critical or high-torque titanium assemblies, choose Torx.

What does the "T" number mean (T10, T25, T30...)?

The T-number is a standardized drive-size code — it corresponds to the physical size of the Torx bit and the matching screw recess. Typical pairing: M3→T8, M4→T10, M5→T15, M6→T20, M8→T25, M10→T30, M12→T40. Always specify both the screw diameter and Torx size to avoid mismatches.