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Tips for Selecting the Proper Torque Wrench

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Before choosing a torque wench you need to understand the different types of wrench on the market and how they might best suit the needs of the user.

With production or assembly environments the torque setting is often at one specified torque which makes it easy to use a preset type of wrench. This is one where the wrench is supplied already set at a predetermined torque setting and is not user adjustable. This provides peace of mind in this environment as the torque setting can’t be accidently changed causing failures from incorrect assembly.

If on the other hand there is a need for an adjustable torque wrench then the user will need to decide on the range that will need to be covered as well as the scale to be used such as Nm or FtLb as not all wrenches come with dual scales.

Consideration also needs to be given to the type of tool, which may need to be a dial indicating tool for audit purposes, a breaking or bending action tool or the more common click style wrench.

The number of cycles the tool is subjected to in a year should form part of the equation as the tool will need to perform under these conditions without failure or calibration drift.

When all conditions are considered then the tool should reliably fulfil its intended purpose for a long time to come.

Posted on September 19, 2014
By Gary WeisTorque Tips

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  • What is Torque?

    Torque is a “turning” or “twisting” force and differs from tension, which is created by a straight pull. However, we use torque to create a tension.

  • How does Torque Work?

    As the nut and bolt are tightened, the two plates are clamped together. The thread angle in the bolt converts the force applied into tension (or stretch) in the bolt shank. The amount of the tension created in the bolt is critical.

  • Why Use Torque Products?

    A bolt tensioned properly works at its optimum efficiency and will resist coming undone. However, if the tension is too low, the nut could vibrate or work loose. If the tension is too high (overstretched), the bolt could break. Every bolt has a correct optimum torque/tension figure for each fastening application. It is important to have these figures available so that the end product will be safe, efficient and economical.

  • How to Measure Torque?

    Torque is the result of multiplying the value of Force applied by the Distance from the point of application.

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