Monday, June 24, 2013

Recommended torque for jaw screws

Recommended torque for jaw screws should be applied while tightening the top jaws with master jaws.

Use screws of reputed make only. (Eg. TVS, Unbrako). Length of the screw should be as per GMT standards. Write to esales@gmt.co.in for a free electronic copy of GMT PHNC Instruction Manual.

RECOMMENDED TORQUE



                          SCREW SIZE                                                      TIGHTENING TORQUE

                                        M8                                                                         39 Nm

                                       M10                                                                        77 Nm

                                       M12                                                                       110 Nm

                                       M16                                                                       220 Nm

                                      M 20                                                                       400 Nm


Important Instructions:
If you use screws that are  longer than recommended size, the top jaw will not clamp with master jaw, as the clamping screw will rest at the bottom face of master jaw T-Slot. This will result in master jaw breakage.If the soft-jaws are purchased from outside source, ensure that the jaws meet GMT standards.

Click here for further information and instructions on chuck maintenance. or visit our website www.gmt.co.in

6 comments:

  1. What can go wrong, if I don't use a torque wrench?
    How do I tighten to the approximate torque without a torque wrench?

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    1. You can't approximate torque by feel. Over lubrication, nicked threads, non-parallel mating surfaces can all alter the 'feel' when you are tightening down bolts and to 'approximate the feel' these variables render it almost impossible.
      Go for a used torque wrench… that should help

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  2. does GMT include a torque wrench as part of the supply when a chuck is ordered?

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    1. GMT does not supply torque wrench when chuck is ordered...however we send an Instruction Manual which has all the details.

      Go to this link to download an electronic copy of the instruction manual
      http://www.gmt.co.in/tech_support.htm

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  3. i have an imported chuck which came with the machine do you have a replacement for kitagawa ?

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    1. Yes..we do have replacement for their standard chucks...but I need more details about your existing chuck before i can comment...you can email the details to esales@gmt.co.in

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