Torquing screwdriver?
#1
12-14-19, 05:49 PM
Torquing screwdriver?
I did some minor work on some circuits and tightened the lugs as much as I could. An electrician came in for another item and rechecked then and tightened some more?
how tight is too tight - it seemed like he might have even squashed the conductor?
So, on that note what is a good torquing screwdriver to get?
how tight is too tight - it seemed like he might have even squashed the conductor?
So, on that note what is a good torquing screwdriver to get?
Top Answer
12-15-19, 07:07 AM
Here's a case of common sense. They need to firm enough that it takes an effort to loosen the screws on a receptacle. But no so tight that you deform the wire or break the casing of the plug.
#2
12-14-19, 06:54 PM
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I use this one:
1/4 in. Drive Dual-Direction Click Torque Wrench (10-150 in.-lb.)TEKTON TRQ21101
for the large terms i use a 50-ft lb 3/8” drive
1/4 in. Drive Dual-Direction Click Torque Wrench (10-150 in.-lb.)TEKTON TRQ21101
for the large terms i use a 50-ft lb 3/8” drive
#6
12-15-19, 06:59 AM
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I think the 2020 code has some aggressive language regarding the mandatory use of calibrated torque devices. Our kitchen was the subject of a remodel. lots of poorly fastened receptacles. When you can simply move the wired receptacle and see the side screws rotate, its too loose.
#7
12-15-19, 07:07 AM
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Here's a case of common sense. They need to firm enough that it takes an effort to loosen the screws on a receptacle. But no so tight that you deform the wire or break the casing of the plug.
#8
12-15-19, 07:21 AM
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The items i reference above i find more suitable for a panel, not really great for a switch or recept u have in the hand. For the small, loose devices, i would select a rotary preset handle with interchangeable bits. The square drive bit is pretty good for keeping the bit engaged so it wont find itself into your palm. You will find the 20-30 in-lb range popular for #10 screws.
https://www.amazon.com/Olsa-Tools-Sc...42393108&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Olsa-Tools-Sc...42393108&psc=1
#10
12-23-19, 10:16 AM
The panel I have, the screws only accept a square bit.
Whereas most torque wrenches come with the square 1/4 receiver not the hex.
Are there bits I can buy with a square receiver and #8 on the front?
Whereas most torque wrenches come with the square 1/4 receiver not the hex.
Are there bits I can buy with a square receiver and #8 on the front?
#11
12-23-19, 11:16 AM
would not a standard 1/4 inch 6 point socket in whatever drive you need work they do make them as a bit driver socket but the only real difference is the magnet to hold the bit.
