3/8" Drive Dial Torque Wrench, Newton Meter, Single Scale (0-18 - CDI Torque Products

Specifications

• Manufacturer: CDI Torque Products
• Model Number: 182NLDNSS
• Drive Size: 3/8 inch square drive. This standard size ensures broad compatibility with various sockets and accessories.
• Torque Range: 0-18 Newton Meters (Nm). This specific range is engineered for precise, lower-torque fastening applications.
• Scale Type: Single scale, Newton Meter (Nm). Provides clear and direct torque readings exclusively in metric units, minimizing conversion errors.
• Tool Type: Dial torque wrench. This design offers continuous visual feedback during torque application for enhanced precision.
• Weight: 1.1 lbs. The lightweight design contributes to ease of handling and reduced user fatigue during operation.
• Accuracy: Delivers an accuracy of ± 4% of the indicated value, in both clockwise and counter-clockwise directions, from 20% to 100% of the full scale.
• Calibration: Each wrench is individually serialized and includes a certificate of calibration traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Key Features

• Precision Dial Display: The large, easy-to-read dial provides instant and accurate torque measurements as force is applied. This display is shock-resistant and protected by a robust metal guard for durability in demanding environments.
• Bi-directional Measurement: This dial torque wrench is calibrated to accurately measure torque in both clockwise and counter-clockwise directions, offering versatility for diverse fastening requirements.
• Memory Needle: A memory needle retains the highest torque reading applied, allowing for easy verification and auditing of peak torque without continuous observation.
• Durable Construction: Built with sturdy body construction and robust internal components, ensuring dependable long life and sustained accuracy even under frequent use.
• NIST Traceable Calibration: Each tool is supplied with a NIST traceable certificate of calibration, affirming its adherence to rigorous quality and accuracy standards.

Applications

• Automotive Maintenance: Essential for precise tightening in automotive repairs, including engine assembly, transmission work, and other critical vehicle components where metric torque specifications are paramount.
• Aerospace and Electronics: Utilized in sensitive assemblies within aerospace manufacturing and electronics industries, where exact torque application is crucial for safety, reliability, and performance.
• Industrial Assembly: Ideal for light industrial applications that demand specific torque values on fasteners to ensure product integrity and operational safety.
• Quality Control & Auditing: Serves as a reliable instrument for verifying the torque on already tightened fasteners and for quality audits in production lines to ensure compliance with specifications.

Benefits

• Enhanced Accuracy: Delivers highly accurate torque readings, significantly reducing the risk of damaging components from over-tightening or potential failures from under-tightening.
• Improved Safety: Proper torque application directly contributes to minimizing mechanical failures and ensuring the secure assembly of parts, thereby enhancing overall safety in various applications.
• Increased Efficiency: The real-time, clear dial display allows for quick and precise torque adjustments, which helps streamline assembly and maintenance processes by eliminating the need for pre-setting or resetting.
• Versatile Use: Its bi-directional measuring capability and compatibility with a common 3/8" drive make it a versatile tool adaptable to a wide array of fastening tasks across different industries.
• Reliable Performance: The sturdy torsion beam design ensures dependable long-term performance and sustained accuracy, providing consistent results over the tool's lifespan.