A measure of the amount of
twisting/tightening that is applied to a fastener.
The units of torque are a force (pounds) times
distance (foot), i.e., 10 pounds applied to a lever
with a length of 18 inches (1 ½ feet) is 15 ft.-
lbs. (10 lbs. x 1 ½ feet – 15 ft.-lbs., expressed as
15 foot pounds)
Types of torque:
1)
Breakout or Breakaway Torque
2)
Makeup Torque
