013-Torque Wrenches and Torue Meters

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Standard Calibration Procedure for
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LAB CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
CALIBRATION OF TORQUE WRENCHES AND TORQUE METERS
Prepared by
Reynaldo Nava Signature Date :
Reviewed by
Ravikumar Ronanki Signature Date
Approved by
Manzoor Ahmad Signature Date :
Controlled Copy No. Uncontrolled Copy
Issued to:
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P.O. Box: 30060, Al-Khobar 31952, Tel: 00966 3 8933250, Fax: 00966 3 8643351,
Email: calibration@inatt.com, info@inatt.com, www.inatt.com
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This document is the property of INAT, and is issued only for persons or entity as written on this
manual. It is not to be retransmitted, printed or copied without prior written permission of company.
Table of Contents
Sr. No. Title Page No(s).
1.0 Purpose 03
2.0 Scope 03
3.0 Normative references 03
4.0 Terms and definitions 03~04
5.0 General Requirements 04
6.0 Reference standard 05
7.0 Preliminary Operations 05
8.0 Calibration Process 06~09
9.0 Calculation of Measurement Results 09
10.0 Associated Documents 09
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1.0 Purpose
This Calibration Procedure is to provide guidelines for the calibration of Type I (Indicating
torque tools) and Type II (Setting torque tools) as per BS EN ISO 6789: 2003.
2.0 Scope
This Standard calibration Procedure is applicable for the calibration of torque wrenches and
torque meters having range from 30~1500 Nm and permissible deviation of 4% and 6% of
Indicated torque values as per Table 1, 2,3 & 4 of BS EN ISO 6789:2003.
3.0 Normative References
 Calibration and testing procedure for Hand torque tools BS EN ISO 6789:2003
 Quality Manual of INAT for ISO/IEC 17025.
 Operator Hand Book of Pro-test transducer (Part no. 34299) issue 1.
 Standard Operating Procedure for the Calculation of Measurement Uncertainty.
4.0 Terms and Definitions
For the purpose of this Standard Calibration Procedure following terms and definitions shall
apply:
4.1 Calibration
The set of operations which establishes under specific conditions the relationship
between value indicated by a measuring instrument or measuring system or values
represented by a material measure and the corresponding known value of the
measurand.
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4.2 Traceability
The property of a measurement result whereby it can be related to appropriate standards

generally national or international standards through an unbroken chain of comparisons.
4.3 Measurement Standards
A Material measure, measuring instrument or system intended to define, realize,

conserve or reproduce a unit by one or more known value of a quantity, in order to
transmit them to other measuring instruments by comparison.
Note
In this method a measurement standard is the “Instrument under test”.
4.4 UUT (Unit Under Test)
Unit Under Test is the instrument, which is being calibrated by this method statement.
4.5 Reference Standard
A standard generally of a highest metrological quality available from which

measurements made at a given location are derived.
4.6 Indicating torque tools (Type I)
These are the tools that indicate by means of a mechanical scale, dial or electronic
display, the value of torque exerted by the tool at the output drive.
4.7 Setting torque tools (Type II)
These are the tools that are pre-set to a certain torque values, so that, when the tool
exerts the prescribed value of the torque at output drive, a signal is released (e.g.
audibly, visibly, perceptibly).
4.8 Uncertainty of Measurement
It is an estimate of the uncertainty of the result of a calibration. The estimate is obtained

by multiplying the combined uncertainty by a coverage factor.
4.9 Internal Uncertainty or Type “A”

The component of uncertainty, which is caused by type “A” errors and is evaluated from
the measurement results using statistical methods.
4.10 External Uncertainty or Type “B”

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It is the component of uncertainty, which is caused by Type “B” errors and is evaluated
by non-statistical methods from the external factors having influence on the
measurement.
4.11 Linearity
The function, which define the relationship between applied torque (UUT) and the
observed reading of the Reference Standard.
4.12 Hysteresis
The difference in the reading of the measuring instrument observed when readings taken
at increasing torques are compared with readings taken at decreasing torques.
4.13 Repeatability
The degree of agreement between results of successive measurements of the same

measurand carried out under identical conditions, with identical methods and over a
short period of time.
4.14 Resolution
The difference in torque units between two successive scales marks on the measuring
instruments.
4.15 Absolute Error of Measurement

It is the result of a measurement minus true value of the measurand. Error is numerically
equal to correction but opposite in sign.
4.16 Maximum Permissible Error
Extreme values of error permitted by specification/class of an UUT
5.0 General Requirements
5.1 Preliminary Inspection
The calibration should be performed only if the Torque Wrench / Torque Meter, when
inspected visually are in good working condition. This means that:
5.1.1 Drive shaft of the Torque Wrench / Torque Meter is squared and having defined
edges.
5.1.2 Ratchet of Torque Wrench / Torque Meter is functioning properly and there is no
slippage.
5.1.3 Locking device of Torque Wrench / Torque Meter is holding properly.
5.1.4 Casing of Torque Wrench / Torque Meter is not bent or broken.
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5.1.5 Pointer arm of deflecting beam Torque Wrench is not bent or deteriorated.
5.2 Laboratory Environment
The Calibration is carried out in controlled environment i.e. Temperature 22 °C ± 3°C and
temperature stability of ± 1 °C during calibration, Relative Humidity 40-80% rh. If the
environmental conditions are exceeding specified limits, calibration will be stopped and
measures will be initiated to control the environment within specified limits.
6.0 Reference Standard
Model 43220 Pro-test 1500 series 2 Transducer and display with a maximum permissible
measurement uncertainty of 1% of indicated value is used as calibration reference standard
for the calibration of Torque Wrench / Torque Meter.
7.0 Preliminary Operations
7.1 Review and become familiar with the entire procedure before beginning the Calibration
Process.
Note
All IUT must have a directional arrow(s) indicating the calibration direction (s), etched,
scribed or affixed in a permanent location on the barrel shaft near to but not on the
handgrip.
7.2 The calibration technician must be familiar with the following torque techniques.
7.2.1 Force should always be applied to the centre of the handle of the torque
instrument and at an angle of 9010 to the torque arm.
7.2.2 Force should be applied slowly / smoothly (in 1~4 second) and uniformly without
erratic jerking of the wrench.
7.2.3 It is preferable to pull on a wrench rather than push as the application of force
when pulling can be affected more smoothly.
7.2.4 All threads should be clean before a fastener is installed. This will allow a
smoother and more accurate torque to be realized.
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Warning
Ensure all bolts and other hardware used to connect Torque Calibrator; transducer,
adopters and other common hardware are securely fastened. Failure to comply may
result in personal injury and equipment damage.
7.3 Bring the UUT into calibration area, set the UUT to lowest setting and allow it stabilize to
the ambient temperature of the calibration area for 4 hours prior to calibration.
7.4 Connect torque calibrator to appropriate power source. Set POWER switch ON and
allow 15-minute warm-up.
Note
The torque calibrator must be exercised in the direction required for calibration six times,
at least once daily, prior to calibrating UUT. This can be done with an exercise bar. If
possible exercise the torque calibrator to FS. If an exercising bar is not available the
UUT may be used to exercise the torque calibrator. While exercising the torque calibrator
with the UUT, it should not exceed the limit of UUT or torque calibrator. After exercising
the torque calibrator, when in a no load condition, press the zero button on the digital
Indicator.
8.0 Calibration Process
8.1 Adjustable Value Torque Wrench Calibration (Type II)
8.1.1 Switch on the 43220 pro-test transducer display and allow it to equalize to the
ambient temperature for at least 15 minutes and wipe off any moisture before
use.
8.1.2 Select the FIRST PEAK mode on Pro-Test Transducer display for adjustable
value, snap action and impulse feel torque wrenches and make sure that the
measurement mode of the instrument is set to read click torque. In this mode it
will capture the first peak of the applied torque and will display it for the selected
auto reset hold time before automatically resetting.
8.1.3 Exercise the transducer in the direction of use for at least 5 times before setting it
to display Zero.
8.1.4 Select required unit of measurement, Pressing and releasing the “UNITS” button
will step on to the next available unit of measurement.
8.1.5 Prior to beginning the calibration of an adjustable value, snap action, and impulse
feel UUT, adjust the IUT torque value to the maximum range and cycle through
the breakaway torque for 5 times.
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8.1.6 Adjust UUT to lowest calibrated reading.
8.1.7 Attach UUT to the Torque Calibrator using proper adapters for the direction to be
tested within 10 of the horizontal axis.
Note
Don’t use Long Sockets or Extension.
8.1.8 Maintain the UUT in alignment with the axis of rotation of the torque calibrator
drive mechanism within 3 to eliminate misalignment or frictional errors. The
UUT must be able to move freely.
8.1.9 Apply load perpendicular to handle with a steady smooth action applied to the
center of the handgrip. Note where the UUT breaks, read the torque value from
the Torque calibrator and record it in the data sheet INAT/LAB/FRM-07 as
measured value.
Note
A fast and jerky motion must result in an improper torque reading. If selected
value is inadvertently passed (over torque applied), release the load than apply
load again. The test point will be approached in a smooth and continuous motion.
If the test point is approached too slowly inherent friction in the UUT may cause
an erroneous indication.
8.1.10 Release the applied torque.
8.1.11 Ensure Torque Calibrator reads zero and repeat steps 8.1.6 through 8.1.10 for
40%, 60%, 80% and 100% of IUT range in ascending order and record the
readings in appropriate column of Data Sheet INAT/LAB/FRM-07.
8.1.12 Repeat calibration of UUT in the descending order (From 100% of UUT range to
20%) and record the readings. This will complete one cycle of calibration.
8.1.13 For the calculation of hysteresis error on each calibration point, apply the torque
in increasing order and takes the reading and then apply the torque in decreasing
order and take the reading. The difference in the reading is hysteresis error. If the
error is significant, convert it into standard uncertainty assuming a rectangular
probability and incorporate it into uncertainty budget.
8.1.14 Complete three cycles of calibration.
8.1.15 Adjust the torque wrench if error is exceeding the limits given in Para 2. If
adjustment is made then re-calibrate the UUT as per above procedure and record
the result in “as left data” table of data sheet INAT/LAB/FRM-07.
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8.1.16 Secure Equipment, adjustable value, snaps action, impulse feel torque wrenches
must be stored at the lowest setting or mechanical stop, whichever comes first.
8.2 Deflecting beam Torque Wrenches Calibration (Type I Class A)
Note
The UUT will not normally be calibrated below 20% of maximum range. An exception
would be if the UUT has scale increments below 20 % and a special calibration is
requested at a torque setting within this normally un-calibrated and unused range.
ambient temperature for at least 15 minutes and wipe of any moisture before use.
8.2.2 Select the measurement mode of Pro-Test Transducer Indicator for bending
beam and rigid frame dial Indicating type UUT. In this mode Pro-Test Indicator
will hold the maximum applied value until reset by pressing Zero button.
to display Zero.
8.2.4 Select required unit of measurement, Pressing and releasing the “Unit” button will
step on to the next available unit of measurement.
8.2.5 Attach IUT to the Torque Calibrator using proper adapters for the direction to be
tested within 10 of the horizontal axis.
Note
8.2.6 Ensure UUT is perpendicular to the calibrator drive mechanism within 3to
eliminate misalignment or friction error. The UUT must be able to move freely.
8.2.7 Exercise the UUT to full range for at least 5 times before beginning the calibration
process.
center of the handgrip up to the reading on the UUT scale corresponding to the
20% range of the UUT. Read the digital display of Pro-Test Indicator and record it
in the data sheet INAT/LAB/FRM-07 as measured value.
8.2.9 Release the applied torque.

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8.2.10 Ensure Torque Calibrator reads zero and repeat steps 8.2.6 to 8.2.9 for 40%,
60%, 80% and 100% of UUT range in ascending order and record the readings in
appropriate column of Data Sheet INAT/LAB/FRM-07.
8.2.11 Repeat calibration of IUT in the descending order (From 100% of IUT range to

8.2.13 Complete three cycles of calibration and record the results in the Data sheet.
the result in “as left data” table of data sheet.
8.2.15 Secure the equipment appropriately.
Note
When the direction (CW/CCW) is changed, the Transducer and TI must be exercised in
the new direction of use to the range being used, prior to taking readings. Then in no
load condition press the zero buttons on the digital indicator.
8.2.16 When the primary direction is calibrated, and the opposite direction is to be
calibrated, repeat steps 8.2.5 through 8.2.14.
8.3 Rigid Frame Dial / digital Torque Wrenches Calibration (Type I class B & C)
Note
The IUT will not normally be calibrated below 20% of maximum range. An exception
would be if the TI has scale increments below 20 % and a special calibration is
requested at a torque setting within this normally un-calibrated and unused range.
Note
Rigid Case Dial Indicating Torque Wrenches that are used with an extension handles will
be calibrated with the handle as a set. An appropriate calibration label shall state
calibrated with extension handle.
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ambient temperature for at least 15 minutes and wipe of any moisture before use.
8.3.2 Select the measurement mode of Pro-Test Transducer Indicator for bending
beam and rigid frame dial Indicating type UUT. In this mode Pro-Test Indicator
will hold the maximum applied values until reset by pressing Zero button.
to display Zero.
8.3.4 Select required unit of measurement, Pressing and releasing the “UNITS” button
will step on to the next available unit of measurement.
8.3.5 Attach UUT to the Torque Calibrator using proper adapters for the direction to be
tested within 10 of the horizontal axis tested.
Note
8.3.6 Ensure UUT is perpendicular to the calibrator drive mechanism within 3to
eliminate misalignment or friction error. The UUT must be able to move freely.
8.3.7 Exercise the UUT to full range for at least 5 times before beginning the calibration
process.
8.3.8 Set UUT buzzer so that zero (0) is lined up with the pointer. (For electronic lighted
signal models, set the UUT pointer to the desired check.
center of the handgrip up to the reading on the UUT scale corresponding to the
20% range of the UUT. Read the digital display of Pro-Test Indicator and record
it in the data sheet INAT/LAB/FRM-07 as measured value.
8.3.10 Ensure Torque Calibrator reads zero and repeat steps 8.3.5 to 8.3.9 for 40%,
60%, 80% and 100% of IUT range in ascending order and record the readings in
appropriate column of Data Sheet.
8.3.11 Repeat calibration of UUT in the descending order (From 100% of UUT range to
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8.3.13 Complete three cycles of calibration and record the results in the Data sheet.
the result in “as left data” table of data sheet.
Note
When the direction (CW/CCW) is changed, the Transducer and IUT must be
exercised in the new direction of use to the range being used, prior to taking
readings. Then in no load condition press the zero button on the digital indicator.
8.3.15 After the primary direction is calibrated, and the opposite direction is to be
calibrated, repeat steps.8.3.5 through 8.3.13.
Note
Some IUT have exposed calibration adjustment holes, which may be covered
after calibration is complete. Positive sealing of these holes by using of torque
seal, re-melting fusible plug, metallic tape or placing a NOTICE CALIBRATION
VOID WHEN SEAL IS BROKEN label over the adjustment access is acceptable.
9.0 Calibration Interval
If the user does not utilize a control procedure, a period of use of 12 months, or approximately
5000 cycles, can be taken as a default value of the recalibration interval.
10.0 Calculation of Measurement Uncertainty
Uncertainty of the measurement results will be calculated as per Standard Operating

Procedure INAT/LAB/SOP-04 and the results will be reported on Calibration Certificate Form
INAT/LAB/FRM-08.
11.0 Associated Documents
 Calibration Data Sheet Form INAT/LAB/FRM-07

 Calibration Certificate Form INAT/LAB/FRM-08
 Calibration Sticker

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LAB CALIBRATION PROCEDURE

CALIBRATION OF TORQUE WRENCHES AND TORQUE METERS

Reynaldo Nava Signature Date :

Ravikumar Ronanki Signature Date

Manzoor Ahmad Signature Date :

Controlled Copy No. Uncontrolled Copy

Sr. No. Title Page No(s).

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3.0 Normative References

4.0 Terms and Definitions

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The property of a measurement result whereby it can be related to appropriate standards

4.3 Measurement Standards

A Material measure, measuring instrument or system intended to define, realize,

4.4 UUT (Unit Under Test)

4.5 Reference Standard

A standard generally of a highest metrological quality available from which

4.6 Indicating torque tools (Type I)

4.7 Setting torque tools (Type II)

4.8 Uncertainty of Measurement

It is an estimate of the uncertainty of the result of a calibration. The estimate is obtained

4.9 Internal Uncertainty or Type “A”

4.10 External Uncertainty or Type “B”

The degree of agreement between results of successive measurements of the same

4.15 Absolute Error of Measurement

5.0 General Requirements

5.1 Preliminary Inspection

5.2 Laboratory Environment

6.0 Reference Standard

7.0 Preliminary Operations

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8.0 Calibration Process

8.1 Adjustable Value Torque Wrench Calibration (Type II)

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8.1.6 Adjust UUT to lowest calibrated reading.

8.1.10 Release the applied torque.

8.1.14 Complete three cycles of calibration.

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8.2 Deflecting beam Torque Wrenches Calibration (Type I Class A)

8.2.9 Release the applied torque.

error is significant, convert it into standard uncertainty assuming a rectangular

8.2.15 Secure the equipment appropriately.

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error is significant, convert it into standard uncertainty assuming a rectangular

9.0 Calibration Interval

10.0 Calculation of Measurement Uncertainty

Uncertainty of the measurement results will be calculated as per Standard Operating

11.0 Associated Documents

 Calibration Data Sheet Form INAT/LAB/FRM-07

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