{"title":"Security Bits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSecurity Bit Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity bits — 1\/4\" hex shank power bits for SECURITY-HEAD fasteners — tamper-resistant Torx pin + spanner head + tri-wing + one-way + pentalobe + snake-eye. Workshop + maintenance + public installation. Match SCREW HEAD profile precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSecurity Bit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTorx Pin-In-Hex (TR \/ TT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon medium-security\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTri-Wing Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame console + electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpanner Head \/ Snake-Eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublic toilet + restroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Way Drive Bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/one-way-screws\"\u003eone-way screws\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePentalobe Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApple + electronics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComprehensive Security Set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop versatility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4\" Hex Shank Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard bit holder fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match SECURITY HEAD profile precisely — wrong = damaged screw + tool. Workshop set vs individual specialty buy. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/wiha\"\u003eWiha\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-fasteners\"\u003esecurity fasteners\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-screws\"\u003esecurity screws\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-nuts-clips\"\u003esecurity nuts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/screwdriver-bits\"\u003escrewdriver bits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSecurity Bits for Tamper-Resistant Fasteners in Australian Industry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity bits drive the tamper-resistant fasteners used to deter unauthorised access on public infrastructure, electrical equipment, vending machines, public-area fittings, and security-sensitive installations. Where standard Phillips, Torx, or hex bits would let anyone with a basic toolkit access the fasteners, security profiles add geometric features that require matching specialist bits. AIMS Industrial supplies security bits across the common tamper-resistant profiles for trade and industrial customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe security bit profiles we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorx security (TR \/ TT)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Torx with a central pin in the bit that fits a hole in the fastener; the most common security profile in modern applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity hex (pin-in-hex)\u003c\/strong\u003e — hex bit with a central pin; used in some electrical and electronic equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTamper-proof Phillips\u003c\/strong\u003e — Phillips with a central pin; older-style security fastener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpanner-drive (pin-spanner)\u003c\/strong\u003e — bit with two prongs that fit holes in the fastener head; common in public-area fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-wing\u003c\/strong\u003e — three-wing bit profile used in some electronics and consumer products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorq-set\u003c\/strong\u003e — offset cross-drive used in aerospace and some industrial fastenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnake-eye\u003c\/strong\u003e — two-pin bit for security applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere security bits earn their place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublic infrastructure\u003c\/strong\u003e — bus shelters, signage, street furniture, public-area equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical and electronic equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e — fastenings on equipment requiring authorised-only service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVending and ATM machines\u003c\/strong\u003e — public-facing equipment with internal security requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublic restroom fittings\u003c\/strong\u003e — fixtures requiring tamper resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding services\u003c\/strong\u003e — sub-mains, access panels, and serviceable installations in public areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle and rolling stock\u003c\/strong\u003e — tamper-resistant fastenings in transport and rail equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard versus impact-rated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity bits, like other 1\/4 inch hex shank bits, come in standard and impact-rated versions. If you're using an impact driver to install or remove security fasteners, spec impact-rated bits — they have a torsion zone in the shank that survives impact loads where standard bits snap. For hand screwdriver use, standard bits are fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBit length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost security bits are stocked in 25mm and 50mm lengths. For deep-recess fasteners (some electrical equipment, vehicle interior fittings), longer 75mm and 100mm bits are available on indent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWiha and Bahco cover the security bit range with the tip accuracy and durability that quality work requires. The Wiha range in particular has strong product depth across security profiles, including specialty bits for less common security fasteners. Cheap unbranded security bits often have soft pins that bend on the first stiff fastener, making them effectively single-use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSets and individual bits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity bit sets cover the common profiles in a hard case, suitable for service technicians and maintenance teams handling varied work. Individual bits in specific sizes are stocked for replacement and specialist applications. For workshops handling regular security-fastener work, a quality set plus singles for the high-wear sizes is the practical approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion ranges at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity bits sit alongside our broader screwdriver bit range — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/screwdriver-bits\"\u003escrewdriver bits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/phillips-power-bits\"\u003ePhillips power bits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/pozidriv-power-bits\"\u003ePozidriv power bits\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-fasteners\"\u003esecurity fasteners\u003c\/a\u003e for the related products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed help speccing security bits for a specific fastener or trade application? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll match the bit profile to the fastener.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wiha-spanner-insert-bit-1-4-hex","title":"Wiha Spanner Insert Bit 1\/4 Hex","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eWiha\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003e1\/4\" hex shank\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eHigh torque drive\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eThe Wiha Spanner Insert Bit 1\/4 Hex drives fasteners under power for production, assembly and on-tool work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wiha","offers":[{"title":"4","offer_id":49283678732565,"sku":"A0112507","price":16.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6","offer_id":49283678765333,"sku":"A0112508","price":16.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8","offer_id":49283678798101,"sku":"A0112509","price":16.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":49283678830869,"sku":"A0112510","price":16.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/wiha-spanner-insert-bit-14-hex-1996903.jpg?v=1781523976"},{"product_id":"eye-drive-security-socket-bit-plain","title":"Eye Drive Security Socket Bit Plain","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003ePurpose-built solution for the rated trade or engineering application\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eEngineering-grade construction with corrosion-rated finish\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eCompatible with standard installation tools for fast trade service\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eEngineered for general engineering, trade and workshop fastening, Eye Drive Security Socket Bit Plain delivers the load capacity, corrosion resistance and assembly speed demanded by the rated application. Suited to general engineering fastening, quick-release pin applications, sheet metal fabrication, hinging and pivoting joints and workshop hardware. Part of the Hobson engineering fastener range stocked at AIMS Industrial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobson","offers":[{"title":"No.6","offer_id":49292504957205,"sku":"A0133512","price":0.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No.8","offer_id":49292504989973,"sku":"A0133513","price":0.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"No.10","offer_id":49292505022741,"sku":"A0133514","price":0.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No.12","offer_id":49292505055509,"sku":"A0133515","price":1.24,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No.14","offer_id":49292505088277,"sku":"A0133516","price":1.62,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/eye-drive-security-socket-bit-plain-6789190.jpg?v=1781515807"},{"product_id":"alpha-pin-drive-pin-security-insert-bit","title":"Alpha Pin Drive Pin Security Insert Bit","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:680px;width:100%;padding:12px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:flex-start;justify-content:space-between;border-top:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;padding:16px 0;margin-bottom:24px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eDrives screws cleanly with reduced cam-out under repeat impact\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eHardened tip and full body construction rated for trade-grade service life\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1;padding:0 12px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333;margin-bottom:6px;line-height:1;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.4;\"\u003eStandard 1\/4 inch hex shank fits common impact drivers and bit holders\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#444;margin:0;\"\u003eAlpha Pin Drive Pin Security Insert Bit is built for high-cycle fastening on construction sites, in cabinet shops and on production lines across Australia. Hardened tip geometry and proven drive engagement reduce cam-out and slip, extending bit life through demanding repeat use. 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