{"title":"Tri-Wing Power Bits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTri-Wing Power Bit Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTri-wing power bits — SPECIALTY 3-BLADE SECURITY DRIVER bits — Nintendo + Apple + electronics + medical device + appliance manufacturing. Tamper-resistant fastener — standard drivers won't work. 1\/4\" hex shank standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTri-Wing 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\u003eTri-Wing #0 \/ 1 \/ 2 \/ 3 \/ 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard tri-wing sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 1\/4\" Hex Shank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop bit holder fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened Premium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction longevity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBit Holder Compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/bit-holders\"\u003ebit holders\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulated Driver Option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong-Reach Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep recess access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match TRI-WING SIZE precisely. Specialty fastener — buy MATCHING DRIVER BIT with screw. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/wiha\"\u003eWiha\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/screwdriver-bits\"\u003escrewdriver bits\u003c\/a\u003e, \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\/screwdrivers\"\u003escrewdrivers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTri-Wing Power Bits for Australian Electronics and Specialty Fastening\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTri-Wing power bits drive the three-wing security drive screws used in electronics, gaming consoles, aerospace assemblies, and specialty equipment where the tri-wing profile provides tamper resistance and reliable torque transmission. The drive type was originally developed for aerospace applications and is now common in consumer electronics where standard tools shouldn't open the equipment. AIMS Industrial supplies tri-wing power bits in 1\/4 inch hex shank format for electronic service technicians, repair workshops, and specialty manufacturing customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Tri-Wing sizes we stock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Wing #0\u003c\/strong\u003e — smallest size for very small electronics fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Wing #1\u003c\/strong\u003e — common size for small electronics, instrument fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Wing #2\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium size for general electronics and gaming equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Wing #3\u003c\/strong\u003e — larger size for specialty industrial and aerospace applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Wing #4\u003c\/strong\u003e — largest standard size for heavy-duty applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Tri-Wing bits earn their place\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics service and repair\u003c\/strong\u003e — opening sealed electronic equipment for service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGaming console repair\u003c\/strong\u003e — Nintendo, certain other gaming console manufacturers use tri-wing on enclosures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAerospace and aviation\u003c\/strong\u003e — original design application; certain aerospace fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty manufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e — equipment requiring tamper-resistant access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefense and government equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e — security applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTri-Wing as a security drive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTri-Wing's effectiveness as a security drive depends on the rarity of matching tools — standard hardware stores don't typically stock tri-wing bits, so casual tampering is deterred. For service technicians and authorised repair workshops, the right tri-wing bits enable legitimate access without resorting to drilling or destructive removal. The drive isn't the highest security level (snake-eye, spanner-drive, and other less-common drives provide higher security), but it's sufficient for many consumer and commercial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard versus impact-rated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor impact driver use, spec impact-rated tri-wing bits — the torsion zone in the shank prevents bit failure under impact load. For hand screwdriver and low-torque drill use, standard bits are fine. Most tri-wing applications are low-torque and don't require impact rating, but for production work where impact drivers are used, impact-rated bits last significantly longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBit length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25mm (insert bit)\u003c\/strong\u003e — short bit for impact drivers and ratcheting screwdrivers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50mm (power bit)\u003c\/strong\u003e — slightly longer for deeper access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75-150mm (long-reach)\u003c\/strong\u003e — for deep-recess work in electronic chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrands stocked at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTri-Wing power bits are stocked from quality manufacturers covering the standard sizes. For specific brand requirements (Wiha, Bahco, Wera), sourcing through our distribution channels covers most options. Cheap unbranded tri-wing bits often have soft tips that round off quickly — for service work where the bit may be re-used many times, quality matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompanion ranges at AIMS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTri-Wing power bits sit alongside our broader specialty bit range — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/security-bits\"\u003esecurity bits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/screwdriver-bits\"\u003escrewdriver bits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/torx-power-bits\"\u003eTorx 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 tri-wing bits for electronics service or specific equipment? \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll match by size and application.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sutton-s117-tri-wing-insert-crv","title":"Sutton S117 Tri-Wing Insert CRV","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;\"\u003eIndustrial quality\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;\"\u003eWorkshop and trade duty\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;\"\u003eSutton Tools quality\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;\"\u003eSutton Tools industrial quality tool, made for workshop and trade use. 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