![]() ![]() Wiha was not able to give us a firm date for the release of this new driver but we do know they have begun production on six sizes that will first be released in their standard precision screwdriver handle and ESD safe insert blades for their ESD Safe Torque Screwdrivers.Īs the leading distributor of Wiha Tools, you can count on KC Tool to have them first! Subscribe to our blog or follow us on Facebook for the latest news on German tools. The design is very similar to the six point Torx screw except it only has five points. Sometimes referred to as 'y type' or 'y shape', compatible with Apple Watch and late model iPhone screws. It’s classified as a temper proof fastener and is meant to stop unauthorized opening or repair of the devices. Precision tri-point Y000 screwdriver engineered by iFixit and manufactured in Germany. It’s been used in Apple’s iPhone 4, iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 as well as the MacBook and Macbook Air. The Pentalobe screw was first used by Apple in 2009. These will certainly be the tool of choice for iPhone Repair Technicians around the world! It’s widely accepted that Wiha, a German tool manufacturer, makes the highest quality precision screwdrivers in the world and we are thrilled to report that they have begun manufacturing six Pentelobe screwdrivers in sizes IPR1 through IPR6. These Pentalobe screwdrivers may be acceptable for occasional use but those of you who are repairing Apple products will be excited to learn about a higher quality tool currently being manufactured by Wiha. The only readily available Pentalobe screwdrivers are currently produced in China. Note that the length of the handle is proportionate to the length of the shank. The shank length will affect whether the screwdriver can fit into a deeper recess (perfect for automotive work) or if it functions best where there’s very little room for your hand. Other sizes include TS4 (12 mm, used on the MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro. The most common size is TS1, which is used on the iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5c, 5s, 6, and 6 Plus. A pentalobe screw is a type of screw that has five lobes (points) instead of the traditional four. Update 4/10/14: Pentalobe bits are now available in this precision bit set and will be available separately soon. These measurements are presented as width by length (for example, 1/8 x 4). By: Olin Wade (Remodel or Move Stuff) The size of the iPhone screwdriver will depend on the type of screwdriver you are using. This makes it difficult to replace the iPhone 5’s screen without special tools.
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