Arrowmax launches crowdfunding for AI screwdriver that identifies screws
The Arrowspace S1 starts at $80, with shipments planned to begin in April 2027. A connected case can indicate which bit to use.
Hong Kong-based Arrowmax has opened a Kickstarter campaign for its Arrowspace S1 electric screwdriver, which uses a camera and an AI model to recognize screws and automatically set torque. The campaign began on October 20 and reached its funding target within 24 hours. The company plans to start shipping in April 2027.
A probe touching the screw head keeps the camera at a consistent distance for scanning. Arrowmax says its model identifies screw dimensions and shape after being trained on tens of thousands of photographs gathered by its own engineers, without outside training data. A smartphone app displays the camera view and provides torque and gear controls through a local connection that requires no internet access.
Lights in the connected case indicate the slot holding the recommended bit, while the screwdriver adjusts its torque. The system is intended to simplify bit selection and reduce the risk of stripping screws. An OLED screen displays charge level, torque and rotation direction.
Arrowmax lists a torque range between 1 and 10 kgf/cm and says the 600mAh LiPo battery provides 90 minutes of operation, or about 900 screws, depending on torque settings. USB-C charging takes around 70 minutes. The screwdriver alone starts at $80; early-bird pricing for a package with the smart case and 52 bits begins at $129.
