Empirical Torque Values for ND Patch
Empirical Torque Values
The Empirical torque values below should be added to the non-locking seating or tightening torque normally used. This will compensate for the torque generated by the patch and allow full clamp load and joint tension.
| Diameter Metric | Diameter Imperial | Newton Meters | Inch Pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| M2.5 | #2 | 0.05 | 9.0 (inch ounces) |
| M3 | #4 | 0.17 | 1.5 |
| #6 | 3.0 | ||
| M4 | #8 | 0.5 | 4.0 |
| M5 | #10 | 0.7 | 6.0 |
| M6 | 1/4″ | 1.3 | 12.0 |
| M8 | 5/16″ | 2.7 | 24.0 |
| M10 | 3/8″ | 3.6 | 32.0 |
| M12 | 1/2″ | 6.8 | 60.0 |
| M16 | 5/8″ | 13.5 | 120.00 |
| M20 | 3/4″ | 18.0 | 160.0 |
| M22 | 7/8″ | 27.0 | 240.0 |
| M24 | 1″ | 36.0 | 320.0 |