What is a Socket Screw?
Socket Screws Socket screws are a kind of screw designed and manufactured using an internal hexagonal (hexagonal) drive built into the head. As such, they are designed to be tightened and loosened with an Allen wrench or hex key, as opposed to a standard screwdriver. This is the key feature which sets a socket screw apart from other screw head drive styles like the Phillips head screw, slotted, flathead screws, and Pozidriv screws to name just a few. Another common distinction is that socket screws are usually squared off at the tip. These are normally referred to as flat point socket screws and they tend to be the most widely used kind found in many common applications. Although, it is worth noting that several other designs are also available. In most other regards, there is not generally much physical difference between socket screws and standard screws for the majority of everyday uses. So what exactly is the point of a socket screw, and when should you use it? Basically, so
