OX Tools Pro Phillips Screwdrivers
OX Pro Phillips screwdrivers are built for daily fixing work, from faceplates and hinges to general site fittings where grip and tip fit matter.
If you're forever chewing screw heads or fighting drivers that slip under load, start with a proper OX Pro Phillips screwdriver. These are the ones for repeated fixing work on site, in the van, or on snagging runs, whether you need an ox pro ph1 screwdriver for lighter fittings or an ox pro ph2 screwdriver for the screws you hit all day. The handle shape, tip fit, and overall balance matter more than most apprentices realise, and OX Pro kit is made to put up with regular trade abuse. If you're sorting mixed fastening kit, it also makes sense to look at OX Pro individual screwdrivers, OX Pro screwdriver sets, and keep the right OX Pro fixings and fasteners to hand so you can get the job done without rounding anything off.
What Are OX Pro Phillips Screwdrivers Used For?
- Driving cross head screws into back boxes, accessories, and faceplates where you need controlled hand tightening without slipping off and marking the finish.
- Fixing hinges, brackets, catches, and cabinet hardware during second fix joinery when a properly fitting ox pro cross head screwdriver saves chewing the head.
- Working through maintenance jobs in plant rooms, offices, and occupied properties where hand tools are quicker and cleaner than dragging out powered kit.
- Tightening mixed site fixings during snagging, kitchen fitting, and general install work, especially when a PH1 or PH2 driver is the right match for the screw in front of you.
Choosing the Right OX Pro Phillips Screwdriver
Sorting the right one is simple: match the tip size to the screw head, not whatever happens to be nearest in the tool bag.
1. PH1 or PH2
If you're doing lighter electrical fittings, smaller hardware, or control screws, an ox pro ph1 screwdriver is usually the safer bet. If you're on general joinery, brackets, hinges, and most common site fixings, an ox pro ph2 screwdriver is the one you'll use most.
2. Use Phillips Only on Phillips
Do not jam a Phillips into a Pozidriv and hope for the best. It will seem close enough until it cams out and wrecks the head. If the screws are Pozidriv, use OX Pro Pozidriv screwdrivers instead.
3. Individual Drivers or a Full Set
If you only ever wear out one or two sizes, buy singles and replace what actually earns its keep. If you bounce between first fix, second fix, and snagging, a proper set stops you making do with the wrong size halfway through a job.
4. Keep Other Head Types Separate
A mixed bag of drivers saves time only if you can grab the right one straight away. Keep your Phillips alongside OX Pro slotted screwdrivers and other head types clearly sorted so you're not damaging fixings by guessing.
Who Uses These on Site?
- Sparkies use an ox pro phillips screwdriver for accessories, pattresses, consumer unit covers, and general fixing work where steady hand control matters more than brute force.
- Chippies reach for these during second fix when hanging ironmongery, fitting kitchens, or adjusting hardware, because a decent tip fit means fewer damaged screws and less swearing.
- Maintenance teams keep PH1 and PH2 sizes in the bag for everyday repairs, furniture fixings, service panels, and quick callout work across commercial sites.
- Fitters and installers use them for brackets, trims, enclosures, and final adjustments where a hand driver gives better feel than an impact driver on delicate finishes.
Useful Extras for OX Pro Phillips Screwdrivers
A few sensible extras save you from using the wrong driver, rounding screws, or trekking back to the van mid-job.
1. Full Screwdriver Sets
A set gives you PH1, PH2, and the other heads you actually need on mixed jobs. It saves that usual site mistake of forcing one driver into every screw you come across.
2. Matching Fixings
Use decent fixings with a clean, accurate recess and the driver works properly. Cheap or damaged screws are often the real reason heads strip out, not the screwdriver.
3. Tool Roll or Storage Tray
Keeping PH1, PH2, slotted, and Pozidriv drivers separated means you grab the right bit first time instead of wasting minutes digging through a bucket of mixed hand tools.
Choose the Right OX Pro Phillips Screwdriver for the Job
Use this quick guide to match the driver to the fixing work in front of you.
| Your Job | Category or Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Faceplates, terminals, and lighter fitting screws | OX Pro PH1 screwdriver | Smaller Phillips tip for better fit in lighter duty cross head screws and more control by hand. |
| General site fixing, hinges, brackets, and hardware | OX Pro PH2 screwdriver | Most common working size for everyday trade screws with stronger engagement and less cam-out. |
| Mixed snagging and maintenance work | OX Pro Phillips screwdriver set | Gives you the common sizes together so you are not making do with the wrong tip halfway through the day. |
| Pozidriv screws in joinery and general construction fixings | Pozidriv driver instead of Phillips | Better contact on PZ screws and far less chance of spinning out and wrecking the recess. |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Using PH2 for every screw on site is the usual one. It works until it does not, then you round off smaller heads and waste time extracting them. Match PH1 or PH2 to the actual screw.
- Mixing up Phillips and Pozidriv causes constant slipping and chewed fixings. Check the recess before you start and use the right driver type from the outset.
- Buying a screwdriver on handle feel alone misses the important bit, which is tip fit. If the tip does not sit properly in the screw, grip and comfort will not save you.
- Using a worn tip for finish work is false economy. Once the edges are rounded, it will cam out more easily and start marking screw heads and surrounding surfaces.
PH1 vs PH2 vs Pozidriv
PH1
Best for smaller screws in electrical accessories, lighter fittings, and controlled hand work. Use it where PH2 feels loose or oversized. If you force PH1 into bigger fixings, it will slip and wear quickly.
PH2
This is the everyday site size for many common cross head screws in hardware, brackets, and joinery. If you only carry one ox pro phillips screwdriver, this is usually it, but it is still not a catch-all for every screw.
Pozidriv
Pozidriv looks similar but it is not the same. It gives better engagement on PZ screws used heavily in construction and timber fixings. Use a Phillips on those and you will likely damage the recess before the screw is fully home.
Maintenance and Care
Wipe the Tip Clean
Dust, paint, filler, and grime on the tip stop it seating properly in the screw. Give it a quick clean after use so the driver still bites as it should.
Keep Sizes Sorted
Store PH1 and PH2 where you can see them clearly. That stops the usual site habit of grabbing the nearest driver and chewing a screw because the size was wrong.
Check for Tip Wear
If the point is visibly rounded or starts slipping on screws it used to grip, retire it from finish work. A worn screwdriver wastes time and ruins fixings.
Store Dry
Do not leave hand tools wet in the bottom of the van or a bucket overnight. Dry storage helps prevent corrosion and keeps handles and shafts in decent nick.
Why Shop for OX Pro Phillips Screwdrivers at ITS?
Whether you need a single ox pro ph1 screwdriver, a standard ox pro ph2 screwdriver, or a wider fastening setup, we stock the full OX Pro screwdriver range in all the sizes and types trades actually use. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock, and ready for next day delivery so you can replace worn kit or top up the bag without holding the job up.
OX Pro Phillips Screwdriver FAQs
What is a Phillips screwdriver?
A Phillips screwdriver is a cross head driver made to fit Phillips screws. The tip has four tapered flutes and is designed to seat into a matching cross recess. On site, it is what you use for many common fittings, hardware jobs, and general screw fixing where a slotted driver would just slip out.
What is the difference between Phillips and Pozidriv?
They look similar, but they are not interchangeable if you want a clean job. Phillips has a simpler cross recess and is common on lighter fixings and hardware. Pozidriv has extra ribs for more contact and is widely used in construction screws. Use the wrong one and it will cam out, mark the head, and slow the whole job down.
What size Phillips screwdriver do I need?
It depends on the screw head, but PH1 and PH2 are the ones most trades will use most often. PH1 suits smaller screws and lighter fittings. PH2 is the usual all-rounder for general site fixings, hinges, brackets, and hardware. The right size should sit firmly in the recess without wobble or forcing.
Are OX Pro screwdrivers any good?
Yes, they are built with trade use in mind. The big thing is tip fit, handle comfort, and how they hold up to repeated daily use, and OX Pro drivers are aimed squarely at that sort of work. They are not a magic fix for cheap screws or the wrong driver choice, but used properly they are solid, dependable site kit.
What does PH2 mean on a screwdriver?
PH2 means Phillips size 2. It is one of the standard tip sizes and is probably the most commonly used for everyday cross head screws on site. If you are doing general fixing work, there is a good chance PH2 is the one you will reach for most.
Will an OX Pro Phillips screwdriver stand up to daily site use?
Yes, for the kind of daily fastening work most trades do, it is built for it. It will cope with repeated use in tool bags, vans, and on snagging rounds. That said, no screwdriver likes being used as a pry bar, chisel, or punch, so use it for screws and it will last a lot longer.
