Frequently Asked Questions
- How does the automatic two-speed function work on certain RAD torque wrenches?
- Can I rent a RAD torque wrench?
- Can I loosen bolts with RAD tools?
- How much torque do I need to tighten a bolt?
- How often do RAD torque wrenches need to be calibrated?
- How long do the batteries last on a B-RAD torque wrench?
- Why do we need a reaction arm on a RAD torque wrench?
- Does RAD make hydraulic torque wrenches?
- Do RAD tools help prevent HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome)?
- Where are RAD torque wrenches made?
- How can I contact RAD in my country?
- Why choose RAD?
- What is a torque multiplier torque wrench?
- What is torque?
How does the automatic two-speed function work on certain RAD torque wrenches?
The automatic 2-speed function works on centrifugal force and spring activation caused by increased rotation resistance of the bolt.
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Can I rent a RAD torque wrench?
Can I loosen bolts with RAD tools?
Yes you can loosen bolts with a RAD torque wrench. Make sure you have 50% or more extra capacity than what was required to tighten the bolt.
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How much torque do I need to tighten a bolt?
This depends on a number of factors such as: bolt grade, bolt lubrication and desired clamp load.
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How often do RAD torque wrenches need to be calibrated?
Normally gear reduction torque wrenches are calibrated annually or every 10.000 cycles, whichever comes first.
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How long do the batteries last on a B-RAD torque wrench?
This depends on many factors such as battery capacity, temperature and torque output, but in general you can work continuously when you work with one battery on the charger and one on the torque wrench.
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Why do we need a reaction arm on a RAD torque wrench?
You need to use a reaction arm to counter the reaction force caused by the high force generated by the torque wrench.
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Does RAD make hydraulic torque wrenches?
Do RAD tools help prevent HAVS (Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome)?
Yes, RAD gear reduction torque wrenches prevent HAVS injuries as they cause 88 times less vibration as equivalent impact tools.
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Where are RAD torque wrenches made?
RAD Torque wrenches are made in Canada by New World Technologies. Not only the assembly is done here but also all gear cutting and other parts are machined in Abbottsford, BC, Canada.
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How can I contact RAD in my country?
Why choose RAD?
RAD has more than 25 years of experience and dedication in the design and manufacturing of gear reduction torque wrenches and has become the world-wide market leader in this technology.
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What is a torque multiplier torque wrench?
This is a torque wrench that enables the operator to apply a low force which is increased by a gear reduction planetary gear system into a high force.
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