Understanding Bolt Tension
Our Understanding Bolt Tension course introduces the basic concepts of bolt tension, including how it is measured and verified.
Before we begin...
What is Bolt Tension?
FREE PREVIEWTightening Fasteners to Create Tension
What is Pretension?
Types of Connections
Bolt Testing Specifications
How Fasteners Create Tension
Torque ≠ Tension
Bolt Tensioning Variables
Introducing the Skidmore
Setting Up a Bolt Test
Bolt Testing Components
Model MZ Manual
Model HS Manual
What is PIV testing?
What is ROCAP testing?
Turn-of-Nut
Tension Control Bolts
Calibrated Wrench
Direct Tension Indicators
ROCAP Manufacturer Test
ROCAP Field Test
Bolt Tension Quiz
Quick Followup