Tightening torques
Unless a tightening torque is specified in the text, the following torques can be used.
Electrical connections
Size
M3
0.5 N·m (4.4 lbf·in)
M4
1 N·m (9 lbf·in)
M5
4 N·m (35 lbf·in)
M6
9 N·m (6.6 lbf·ft)
M8
22 N·m (16 lbf·ft)
M10
42 N·m (31 lbf·ft)
M12
70 N·m (52 lbf·ft)
M16
120 N·m (90 lbf·ft)
Mechanical connections
Size
Max. torque
M5
6 N·m (53 lbf·in)
M6
10 N·m (7.4 lbf·ft)
M8
24 N·m (17.7 lbf·ft)
Insulation supports
Size
Max. torque
M6
5 N·m (44 lbf·in)
M8
9 N·m (6.6 lbf·ft)
M10
18 N·m (13.3 lbf·ft)
M12
31 N·m (23 lbf·ft)
Cable lugs
Size
Max. torque
M8
15 N·m (11 lbf·ft)
M10
32 N·m (23.5 lbf·ft)
M12
50 N·m (37 lbf·ft)
Disclaimers
Generic disclaimer
The manufacturer shall have no obligation with respect to any product which (i) has been
improperly repaired or altered; (ii) has been subjected to misuse, negligence or accident;
(iii) has been used in a manner contrary to the manufacturer's instructions; or (iv) has
failed as a result of ordinary wear and tear.
Cybersecurity disclaimer
This product is designed to be connected to and to communicate information and data via
a network interface. It is Customer's sole responsibility to provide and continuously ensure
a secure connection between the product and Customer network or any other network (as
the case may be). Customer shall establish and maintain any appropriate measures (such
Torque
Technical data 147
Note
Strength class 4.6...8.8
Strength class 4.6...8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Note
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Note
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Note
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8
Strength class 8.8