What is Breaking Torque?

We define breaking torque as the maximum torque value (Nm) that a clamp can withstand before suffering permanent damage that compromises its functionality and tightness.

Knowing this value is essential to avoid over-tightening, which can lead to loss of performance, tightness and clamp longevity.

Importance of Breaking Torque

Understanding and respecting breaking torque is essential to ensure safe and efficient application of our clamps. Therefore, Mikalor strongly discourages exceeding this value in order to maintain the integrity and performance of our parts.

Factors that Affect the Breaking Torque

• Clamp material: The quality of the manufacturing material (stainless steel, galvanised steel, etc.) will impact on the breaking torque values.
• Part design: The geometry and design of the clamp determines its performance and therefore the breaking torque.
• Operating conditions: Factors such as temperature, vibration and exposure to wet and corrosive environments can affect the breaking torque of a clamp.

Keeping the breaking torque in mind will ensure functionality and safety in all of your applications.

Contact us for more information on our range of clamps.