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A torque tester is specially used to quantify the amount of torque put on a fastener-tightening screw, bolt, nut, etc. It is the torque which one uses in tightening or loosening a fastener, and it must be correct for the assembly to be complete and not mechanically fail. If the torque is too low, it may result in loose connections and mechanical failure; if torque is excessive, then it may strip threads and fracture components.  

 

Overview 

A torque tester is a high-precision test tool used to measure the amount of torque, or turning force, needed to turn, open, or close an item such as bottle caps, nuts and bolts, or mechanical parts. It is used in quality control and product development in various industries such as packaging, automotive, electronics, and manufacturing.

The operation of a torque tester relies on the measurement of rotational force (torque) imposed on a test specimen. When a twisting action is applied on the object, the torque sensor or load cell of the tester transforms the mechanical rotational force to an electrical signal.

How does torque tester works? 

A torque tester measures the rotational force on an object, like a cap, bolt, or fastener. The object is mounted on the tester and twisted manually or by a motor system. A torque sensor or load cell inside the tester recognizes the force and sends it as an electrical signal. This signal is received and processed by the device's electronics and displayed as a torque reading on an electronic display. Contemporary torque testers can record both clockwise and counterclockwise torque, giving accurate and repeatable measurements for quality control and product testing.

Benefits of Torque Tester

Here are the benefits of a Torque Tester machine explained in detail: 

Ensures Product Quality

A torque tester guarantees products achieve predetermined torque values, thus eliminating under-tightening or over-tightening. This sustains product performance, prevents leakage in sealed packages, and maximizes safety and reliability, important in packaging, automotive, and manufacturing sectors where accuracy in torque values affects performance.

Enhances Consistency

A torque tester can help provide an assurance of applying equal torque for production batches. Torque consistency leads to product reliability, less defects, and consistent assembly to specifications. Consistency is crucial in meeting customer expectations, compliance, and reducing warranty claims, especially when multiple operators are utilized in production.

Prevents Equipment Damage

Over-tightening destroys parts or equipment, and under-tightening leads to product failure. A torque tester precisely measures applied torque, avoiding such problems. Such protection extends equipment life, lowers maintenance costs, and protects valuable machinery and products, ultimately saving money and time in industries. 

Accommodates Compliance and Standards

Most industries adhere to strict torque standards outlined by governing authorities. When a product has a torque tester, it allows the product to fulfill these requirements, making it simpler to conduct audits, certifications, and quality control. Compliance reduces your legal exposure, enhances brand integrity, and makes your product safer and ready for market.

Data Recording and Analysis

Newer torque testers provide digital display, data capture, and analysis functionality. This enables engineers to monitor torque trends, detect anomalies, and make process adjustments. These data-driven insights enhance production efficiency, enable preventive maintenance, and assist decision-making for continuous improvement programs in manufacturing plants.

Applications 

Bottle Cap Testing

Torque testers are often used in the packaging industry to measure the opening and closing torque of bottle caps. This is done to help ensure that bottle caps are not overly loose or tight and promote ease of consumer use, leakage protection, and also help prevent damage to the product during transportation and storage.   

Fastener and Bolt Evaluation 

In automotive and machinery applications, torque testers are used to confirm the torque applied to fasteners, screws, and bolts. Proper measurement ensures correct assembly, prevents mechanical failure, and preserves the structure of vehicles, engines, and industrial machinery to ensure safety and reliability.

Valve and Faucet Testing

Torque testers are employed to measure the rotational resistance of taps, faucets, and valves. By detecting the torque to operate them, manufacturers ensure the smooth operation, avoid operational defects, and provide consistent product quality for domestic, commercial, and industrial applications of plumbing.

Medical Device Assembly

In the medical sector, torque testers confirm the applied torque to surgical devices, implants, and other healthcare equipment. Accurate torque guarantees correct assembly, minimizes the chances of component failure during surgeries, and ensures patient safety while complying with strict regulatory requirements.

Why Choose Presto Instruments Torque Tester? 

The Presto Torque Tester analog model will help to explore the operation of PET bottles through the torque test to open a sealed bottle. The testing equipment is simple to operate and produces highly accurate test data.

Further, the Presto Torque Tester analog design is made with sturdy materials to provide years of performance even in demanding production environments. It is compact in size for easy incorporation into a laboratory for quality assurance, and has a straightforward analog display for readings so that beginners and experienced users can easily operate the meter.

Presto Instruments is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Torque Tester Digital Model With Printer For the best price, contact us for a quote or call now!

 

Features & Highlights

  • Models Available - Max. Torque Range :
    • 20 lb-inch
    • 25 lb-inch
    • 50 lb-inch
    • 100 lb-inch
  • Accuracy: ± 0.5 lb-Inch (with master weight)
  • Least Count/Resolution: 0.1 lb-inch / 0.1 kg.cm/0.01 Nm
  • Power: 220V, Single phase, 50 Hz
  • Display: Digital (LED)
  • Load Monitoring: Peak Load indicator with Digital readout and peak hold feature
  • Minimum Diameter for specimen holding: 30 mm
  • Maximum Diameter for specimen holding: 110 mm
  • Weights for Calibration: 10 lbs, 20 lbs
  • Advanced Load Sensor Sensing: The machine utilizes advanced electronics for precise load sensing, ensuring accurate measurement of the applied force during testing.
  • Highly Sensitive Load Sensor: Featuring a highly sensitive load sensor with linearity and repeatability, the machine delivers reliable and consistent results across various testing scenarios.
  • Cross Head Travel Length: With a cross head travel length of 750mm grip to grip, the machine offers ample space for accommodating different sample sizes and shapes, enhancing its versatility.
  • Double Column Rugged Structure: Its double column rugged structure provides robustness and stability, ensuring durability and reliability during testing operations.
  • Safety Limit Switches: Equipped with safety limit switches for overtravel safety, the machine enhances user safety by preventing any potential accidents or damage due to excessive movement.
  • Hardened Lead Screws: Featuring hardened lead screws, the machine ensures frictionless movement, contributing to precise and consistent test results.
  • Calibrated Load Cell: The load cell is calibrated by NABL-approved proving ring/dynamometers, ensuring accurate measurement and traceability to international standards.
  • High Accurate Micro-controller Based System Controls: Utilizing a high-accuracy micro-controller based system, the machine offers precise control over testing parameters, ensuring accurate and reliable performance.
  • Peak Hold Facility: With the peak hold facility available, the machine captures and retains the maximum load values achieved during testing, allowing for detailed analysis and reporting of results.

A torque tester is a device used to measure the rotational torque applied to materials such as bottle caps, screws, bolts, and mechanical parts. It ensures correct assembly, avoids damage, and checks product quality through precise torque measurements.

 

Torque testers find extensive applications in the packaging, automotive, electronics, medical device manufacturing, plumbing, and general manufacturing sectors. They ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance by checking torque on caps, fasteners, valves, and other rotary parts.

 

A torque tester should be calibrated at least once in 12 months or according to the manufacturer's needs, to make sure that a torque tester is giving accurate and reliable data, particularly on critical samples, where a slight amount of torque variation impacts the operation of the product. 

 

In India, a torque tester costs approximately between INR 40,000 to around INR 280,000 depending on model, specification, and manufacturer. Inward or mechanical torque testers will typically be at the lower price range, while the digital or more advanced automatic torque testers will be at the higher end of the price range.  

 

An analog torque tester uses a dial gauge to display the torque values, allowing for simplicity of understanding and robustness of instrument. Digital torque testers will provide numeric readings on a display, and may offer increased accuracy and functionally, data storage, and more detailed analysis capabilities, allow them to provide excellent for all precision measurement and usage for quality control and industrial applications.

 

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