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Screwdrivers
Basic Terminology
Torque
The twisting force applied to the screw through the screwdriver
Cam out
The tendency for a screwdriver blade to be forced out of the screwdriver slot
DIN
German industry standards (Deutsche Industrie Norm).
These are standards which give dimensional and performance details for screwdrivers.
ISO
International Standards Organisation.
These are also standards which give dimensional and performance details. They are usually an updated and expanded version of a DIN type standard.
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