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MSD SABER SERIES SHEARS
BOLT TORQUE GUIDELINES
Proper bolt installation is critical to ensure the safe and effi cient operation of the shear. Carefully follow the
steps below to properly install bolts.
1. Always replace bolts and nuts with the same size and class of fastener. Replacement fasteners can be
ordered from the Stanley LaBounty Parts Department to ensure the correct part is used (refer to Figure 5-2).
Unless otherwise specifi ed, use class 10.9 metric hex head capscrews, class 10.9 metric fl at head cap-
screws, and class 12.9 metric socket head capscrews.
2. Make sure bolts, nuts and bolt holes are free of dirt, oil, grease and other contaminants.
3. If necessary, use the Capscrew Size Guide on this page to help determine the size of the bolt being in-
stalled.
4. The torque values in this manual are for use with non-plated fasteners with clean, dry threads. These val-
ues are suitable for use with or without thread adhesives, such as Loctite products. Please note that proper
torque values may vary depending on the specifi c area of the shear.
CAP-
SCREW
SIZE
A
HEX HEAD
B
SOCKET HEAD
M10 0.63"
(16mm) 0.63" (16mm)
M12 0.71" (18mm) 0.71" (18mm)
M14 0.83" (21mm) 0.83
"
(21mm)
M16 0.94" (24mm) 0.94" (24mm)
M20 1.18" (30mm) 1.18" (30mm)
M24 1.42" (36mm) 1.42" (36mm)
M30 1.81" (46mm) 1.77" (45mm)
METRIC CAPSCREW SIZE GUIDE
HEX HEAD
SOCKET HEAD
A
B
FIGURE 5-2
Always replace bolts and nuts with the same
size and class of fastener. Inferior fasteners can
fail and cause injury or death and damage to the
equipment.
