Normally, torque requirements are only thought of as a means to prevent an assembly from loosening under vibration or other external forces.  But in the present electronics environment it is equally important not to over tighten an assembly risking damage to the sensitive components necessary in sophisticated connectors, damaging threads and protective plating and creating stresses in the structures, thus reducing their effectiveness and service life.

DMC offers a range of torque tools which provide technicians with a simple and efficient way of measuring the torque values of their cable assembly components.  These tools were selected and developed specially to meet the demands of connector wiring applications.

The actual torque values required for a particular connector or accessory may vary from on installation to the next as torque values are mostly application dependent.  Wiring system design drawings, process specifications, or component manufacturers' recommendations should serve as guidelines for specific torque limits.

STATIC VS. HAND-HELD TORQUE DEVICES

Static (or stationary) units have found fast acceptance because they can be used hands-free for accurate torque measurement.  This is especially beneficial on production lines and for quality control verification of torque values.  Because of their compact size and lightweight construction, they can be mounted in a variety of locations either on workbenches or even on harness form board.

Of course, there will sometimes be applications where the use of a static unit is impractical, and accuracy and ease of operation can still be achieved with the use of the correct hand-held torque device.

NOTE:  All dial indicators torque tools are supplied with an adaptor which enables them to be used in 1/4" and 3/8" applications

*ACCURACY:  4% between 20% and full scale.  Accuracy is not controlled below 20% of scale.  DMC torque wrench calibration data is traceable to NIST.