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CFS Fastener Head Styles & Drive Types Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary advantage of a hex flange head fastener over a standard hex head fastener?

    Answer: Integrated flange acts as a built-in washer, distributing load and reducing the need for a separate washer

    The flange on a hex flange head extends radially from the hex body, providing a larger bearing surface that distributes clamping load and often eliminates the need for a separate flat washer.

  2. Which drive type offers the highest torque transfer capability and best resistance to cam-out among common drive styles?

    Answer: Torx (6-lobe)

    Torx (6-lobe) drives engage the fastener walls with vertical flanks rather than angled ones, enabling higher torque transfer and virtually eliminating cam-out compared to slotted or Phillips drives.

  3. A 'Pozidriv' drive is most accurately described as:

    Answer: An improved Phillips drive with additional ribs between the four main wings to reduce cam-out

    Pozidriv is an evolution of the Phillips drive that adds four secondary radial ribs at 45° to the main wings, significantly reducing cam-out and improving torque transfer.

  4. Which of the following head styles is most commonly specified for structural steel bolted connections per AISC and RCSC standards?

    Answer: Heavy hex head

    Heavy hex head bolts have larger head dimensions than standard hex heads, providing greater bearing area and wrench engagement required for high-strength structural bolting per AISC/RCSC specifications.

  5. What is the purpose of a 'tamper-resistant' or 'security' drive, such as a pin-in-Torx or one-way slotted fastener?

    Answer: To prevent unauthorized removal using standard tools

    Tamper-resistant drives require special tools for removal, deterring unauthorized disassembly in public fixtures, electronics, and security-sensitive installations.

  6. A fillister head screw is best characterized by:

    Answer: A tall cylindrical head with a small diameter and deep drive recess

    Fillister heads are tall, narrow cylindrical heads with a relatively deep drive recess, making them useful where head height is not restricted and a deep slot or recess depth is needed.