Torque control guide

TIGHTENING TORQUE AND TENSILE LOAD Application of the correct force (tensile load) is essential for a reliable assembly: undertightened fasteners can work loose; overtightened fasteners may distort components or shear. Tensile load depends on tightening torque and friction coefficient. Tensile load (Fo) The force in newtons (N) which maintains pressure contact between assembled components. Tightening torque (Cs) The product of a force and the leverage length at which it is applied: Torque (Nm) = Force (in newtons) x Length (in metres). HOW TIGHT A TORQUE ? 1. Always observe equipment manufacturer's specifications. 2. If none are available, determine required torque on a test rig. 3. Otherwise, refer to national standards. Tightening torque table Torque values are given for 85% fastener yield strength, for class "A" torque control accuracy (< 5%). 1. Friction coefficient Actual friction coefficient depends on fastener and component condition, and affects tightening. Choose the appropriate table according to type of fasteners used (i.e. = 0,10, 0,15 or 0,20). 2. Fastener class (grade) The class (grade) of a fastener denotes its strength quality (best is normally 12.9). Check the appropriate column for the fasteners used. 3. Tightening torque (Cs) Torque values are listed in newton-metre (Nm) for each type of fastener. 4. Tensile load (Fo) This force in newtons (N) is the equivalent of an Fo max value.
The above information, for which Facom/Maryland Metrics accepts no liability, is given as a guide only.

Conversion table
The internationally accepted unit is the newton-metre (Nm) 1. To convert Nm: 2. To convert kgfm: Newton metres to kilogramme force metres Kilogramme force metres to newton 1 Nm = 0,102 kgfm metres

 Newton metres to pound force feet 1 Nm = 0,738 lbf.ft Newton metres to pound force inches 1 Nm = 8,851 lbf.in Newton metres to ounce force inches 1 Nm = 141,61 ozf.in 3. To convert lbf f: Pound force feet to newton metres 1 lbf.ft = 1,35 Nm Pound force feet to kilogramme force metres 1 lbf.ft = 0,138 kgfm Pound force feet to pound force inches 1 lbf.ft = 12 lbf.in

1 kgfm = 9,81 Nm Kilogramme force metres to pound force feet 1 kgfm = 7,23 lbf.ft Kilogramme force metres to pound force inches 1 kgfm = 86,8 lbf.in 4. To convert lbf.in: Pound force inches to newton metres 1 lbf.in = 0,1129 Nm Pound force inches to kilogramme force metres 1 lbf.in = 0,0115 kgfm Pound force inches to pound force feet 1 lbf.in = 0,083 lbf.ft Pound force inches to ounce force inches 1 lbf.in = 16 ozf.in