CAT Torque Specifications General Information

Torque Specifications
Torque Specifications
Media Number -SENR3130-14 Publication Date -01/01/2014 Date Updated -09/01/2013
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Introduction to Torque
"Torque" is measured in terms of force and distance. Force is the amount of pushing or pulling
applied at the end of the lever. Distance is the length of the lever that is being used. Torque
values are given in the following units: NEWTON meters (N·m), pound inches (lb in) and pound
feet (lb ft)
This manual is intended to provide the operator with a reference. This manual will provide the
standard torque settings for the following: bolts, nuts, plugs, fittings and clamps.
Exceptions to these torques are given in the Service Manual, if necessary.
Be sure to use a torque wrench that has the proper range. Torque wrenches must be used
properly in order to ensure that the correct torque is applied. Always use a smooth pull for torque
wrenches. Do not jerk a torque wrench. Do not use adapters that change the length of the torque
wrench. For the correct use of your torque wrench, refer to the instructions that were packaged
with your torque wrench. For more information on the correct use of torque wrenches, refer to
Special Publication, SEBV0516, "An Introduction to Torque".
Prior to installation of any hardware, ensure that components are in near new condition. Bolts
and threads must not be worn or damaged. Threads must not have burrs or nicks. Hardware must
be free of rust and corrosion. Clean reused fasteners with a noncorrosive cleaner. Lightly
lubricate the threads of reused fasteners. Lightly lubricate the mating surface of the head of
reused fasteners. Other applications for lubricating fasteners may also be specified in the Service
Manual. The Service Manual may also specify the use of sealants and compounds.
Note: Do not use sealants that are not specified in the Service Manual. Do not use
compounds that are not specified in the Service Manual. Clean old compound from the bolt
and from the hole before installation.
Torque-Turn
The torque-turn method is used when precise control over clamping force is required. There is an
initial torque and an additional turn. The initial torque is required to bring all parts of the joint
into contact. The additional turn provides the desired clamping force. Ensure that all fasteners
have been torqued before you perform the additional turns. Turn the fastener according to the
specified amount. The specified amount will normally be equal to or greater than 90°. The
specified amount will normally be in 30° increments. Turns of 120° or 180° are preferred. Turns
of 120° or 180° are easily measured by the points of the hex head of the fastener. Lubrication
may be specified in order to reduce the effort that is required for the final turn. The use of the
torque-turn method will allow the following:
Increase the life of the fastener.
Maximize the potential clamping force of a fastener.
Typical applications are the following:
Track bolts
Sprocket bolts
Connecting rod bolts
Engine Cylinder Heads
Drive Shaft bolts
Note: Too much tension on the bolt will cause the bolt to be stretched beyond the point of yield.
The bolt will be permanently stretched. The bolt will loosen the grip on the parts that are being
fastened. If the bolt is tightened again, the bolt will break. Do not reuse bolts that have been
permanently stretched.
Torque Sequence
Unless the bolt tightening sequence is specified by the Service Manual, the fasteners should be
tightened in a cross pattern. Use Step 1 through Step 5 unless the tightening sequence is
specified:
1. Hand tighten all fasteners. Larger fasteners may require the use of a small hand wrench.
2. Torque all fasteners to 40% of full torque.
3. Torque all fasteners to 70% of full torque.
4. Torque all fasteners to full torque by using a cross pattern. Large flanges may require
additional passes.
5. Apply at least one final full torque to all fasteners in a clockwise direction until all torque
is uniform. Large flanges may require additional passes.
Note: Final torque may be a turn.
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