Tip number 9 for superior performing fasteners
This week we focus on, “Don’t over-tighten fasteners”
Reference – interesting article – superior performing fasteners tips and tricks.
As a fastener business we often get some hard questions about fasteners. Sometimes though, we get questions that seem obvious to us because we have been in the industry for so long. Its hard to tell when something is common knowledge or simply something we know because we work in the industry. To remedy this, we highlight 1 quick tip each week for using fasteners that outline some of the basics of fasteners we think everyone should know.
Don’t over-tighten fasteners
Fasteners have a max recommended torque for installations. To achieve this we recommend a torque wrench when installing fasteners. You can set the wrench torque so that it will slip after that force is reached. Over-tightening fasteners can actually damage the threads and compromise the integrity of the bolt.
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Read
- Why you shouldn’t use 18-8 stainless steel in or near a salt water environment
- How to use hot dip galvanised fasteners
- Why you shouldn’t use stainless steel and aluminum together
- Always use fastener lubricant on stainless steel fasteners
- Why you should always use the right size screwdriver
- The right driver bit for the right screw head
- Always pre-drill hardwood before installing screws
- Do not mix fine and coarse thread fasteners
Check back next week for Fastener tips and tricks number 10
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