Ensuring fasteners are sufficiently tightened but not overtightened is a key objective for an engineer. The TLS Prime is an economical preset torque screwdriver designed for industries with low volume fastening applications or have less stringent torque control requirements. The preset screwdriver provides the basic elements required for preventing over torque occurrences. Engineered with a durable plastic cam mechanism, the preset torque tool still provides precision torque control and prevents a fastener or bolt from being under and overtightened. The screwdriver is ideal for maintenance and refurbishing applications and has with a limited life cycle capacity.
The TLS Prime torque screwdriver is a cost-effective solution where over-torque conditions are not tolerated. As a quality tool, the preset screwdriver allows any user to deliver the correct torque with confidence regardless of task and operator skill level. The screwdriver features a lightweight design with an ergonomic grip that reduces any operator fatigue during the tightening process.
The design action of the cam-over torque screwdriver is such that when the tool reaches its selected torque value the mechanism disengages from the drive thus limiting the torque applied. Designed for a variety of industries like service applications on white goods and electronics, firearms, solar panel installations, tire valve installations, machine cutting tools, sporting industries, as well as other field service applications. Mountz features two TLS Prime preset screwdriver models that range from 1.8 – 40 inch-pounds.
Cost-Effective Benefits of the Preset Torque Limiting Screwdriver
- Designed for low volume fastening applications
- Prevent fastening failures
- Accuracy +/- 10% of setting
- Tamper-proof internal adjustment
- Reduces operator influence during the fastening process
A preset torque screwdriver does not feature an external adjustment scale. These tools have internal adjustment mechanism for setting the torque value and must be preset using a torque tester. Preset screwdrivers are typically used for production applications where there is one torque setting required. However, if the torque specification changes or a new project requires a different torque setting, the preset torque screwdriver is still flexible enough that a new torque setting can be set internally using a torque analyzer.
Using a durable torque screwdriver makes a safer world through accuracy and precision. Controlling torque is essential for companies to ensure their product’s quality, safety and reliability isn’t compromised. The failure of a three-cent fastener that isn’t properly tightened can lead to catastrophic or latent failures. Fasteners that are insufficiently fastened can vibrate loose and excessive torque can strip threaded fasteners.
Have questions about selecting the proper torque screwdriver for your fastening application? Contact us, we are happy to discuss your torque application.
