Why Terminal Screwdrivers Matter: Stop Damaging Your Boiler Controls - Weekly Boiler Tips

Why does the shape of your screwdriver tip matter?
In the boiler room, even the smallest tools can make the biggest difference — especially when working inside tight controls, recessed terminals, and fragile plastic housings.

In this quick tech tip, we break down:
• What a terminal style screwdriver is
• Why flared tips cause expensive control damage
• How recessed terminal screws should actually be accessed
• Real examples of damaged plastic from the wrong tool
• Why the Vico (instrumentation-style) screwdriver is a tech favorite

Whether you're maintaining flame safeguard terminals, tightening field wiring, or working inside control cabinets, the right tool keeps you efficient and prevents costly damage.

⏱️ Time Stamps

00:00 — The tiny tool difference pros understand
00:10 — Flared vs non-flared screwdriver ends
00:30 — What a terminal-style screwdriver is actually for
00:45 — How recessed screws get damaged
01:04 — Real example of wallowed-out plastic
01:20 — Why the correct tool prevents long-term failures
01:32 — The Vico instrumentation screwdriver (fan favorite)

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