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2026-10-17 issue

Observed arrival · 2026-10-17

A bolt-torque calculator that shows its work

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A free, in-browser calculator estimates tightening torque or clamping force, then checks the result against bolt-grade strength and preload targets.

Landing page captured for the 2026-10-17 issue.
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People sizing and tightening metric or imperial bolts
Worth noticing
The page limits its listed K-factor guidance to bolts from 1/4 inch to 1 inch (M6–M24) and advises testing hardware outside that range.

Field notes

Inputs cover bolt material and finish, diameter and thread series, lubrication, and unit system. The displayed strength check also uses bolt grade, a target percentage of yield, and grip length to estimate stress, preload, and elongation. The site links to companion shear and weight calculators; its shear-calculator description names single and double shear, thread condition, bolt count, and safety factors.

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