Features of triangular screwdrivers and recommendations for their use

Everyone knows what a screwdriver is for. This tool is simply irreplaceable for a variety of types of work. But a special place deservedly belongs to triangular screwdrivers.

The advice of experienced builders, as well as the advice of sales consultants and especially TV shows dedicated to construction and repair, have convinced many people that it is necessary to work with fasteners using an electric tool. And in many cases this is true. But still, there are a number of situations when you cannot do without manual devices. The advantages of any screwdriver are:

• ease of use when attaching very small parts;
• the ability to use where any screwdriver gets stuck;
• ease of use, regardless of the stability of the power supply or at high humidity;
• storage even in confined spaces;
• the possibility of using for repairing not only building structures, but also cars, household appliances, toys and so on.

The triangular screwdriver fully complies with this description. But it differs from the cruciform and flat options.

Sometimes the problem occurs when the triangular screwdriver is not at hand. In such cases, there is no need to use brute force and break open the body of the kitchen equipment. It is enough to replace the store tool with a hand-made one. A suitable counterpart is obtained from a furniture hex key. It is included with the wardrobe and any other self-assembled items.

Furniture suppliers deliberately make them from metals that are soft enough to save on processing costs. But you can still make a good tool for repairing household appliances. It will only be necessary to remove the excess part of the hexagon. For cutting, an abrasive wheel mounted on an engraver is preferred. It usually takes no more than ¼ an hour and 1–2 adjustments to make a three-sided screwdriver as good as the one in the store kit.

Screwdrivers with a triangular tip are needed when repairing not only kitchen appliances, but also personal computers, as well as all kinds of mechanical toys. If you have to work in hard-to-reach areas, it is worth using a tool with a bending rod. It is desirable that the kit includes screwdrivers suitable for removing tight (corroded) fasteners. As for manufacturers, only professionals need to buy products from leading German and Japanese brands. In domestic conditions, there are quite enough opportunities provided by "factory China".

Damaged instruments must not be used. Before starting work, you should carefully inspect the screwdriver to make sure it is fully operational.If you suddenly cannot turn a screw or other fastener, you must not try to do it with maximum effort - otherwise there is a great risk of damage to the tool, material, fasteners, or even injury.

Screwdriver sets should be stored and handled only in specially prepared cases or working portable boxes. You can't carry them in your pocket. When screwing in (unscrewing) a fastener, it is forbidden to hold the workpiece in your hand.

Experts strongly advise to disassemble all household appliances and electronics only when they are turned off. Even so, only insulated (dielectric) screwdrivers should be used. Protect the blade and handle from heat. It is strictly forbidden to turn the handle clamped in the pliers: instead of increasing the effect, this will destroy the instrument. You cannot make cuts and markings with a screwdriver, stir construction paint.

For information on how you can replace a triangular screwdriver in case of its absence, see the video below.