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A screwdriver is the most common hand tool found in any toolbox and consists of a handle, a shaft and a tip which is designed to tighten or loosen screws. Screwdrivers are available with a range of tip types and some are designed for specific applications.

### Types of Screwdriver Tip

The following are some of the most popular screwdriver tips

[Phillips Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4294871409)

[Torx Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4294342890,4294815018,4294817865)

[Flat Head Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4294871446)

[Pozidriv Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4294871376)

### Types of Screwdriver

**Electricians Screwdrivers:** [Electricians Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4294379813) also referred to as VDE screwdrivers or insulated screwdrivers meet safety requirements that protect against electric shock

**Precision Screwdrivers:** [Precision Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4290262082) also referred to as electronics screwdrivers are designed for intricate and delicate work

**Stubby Screwdrivers:** [Stubby Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4290262068) have a compact design and are used in confined spaces

**Right Angle Screwdrivers:** [Angled Screwdrivers](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdrivers/?applied-dimensions=4290262071) also known as offset screwdrivers are used to reach components in awkward angles in tight spaces

See also: [Screwdriver Sets](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/c/hand-tools/screwdrivers-hex-torx-keys/screwdriver-sets/) and our [Screwdriver Guide](https://uk.rs-online.com/web/content/discovery/ideas-and-advice/screwdrivers-guide)



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