Torque Multiplication Conversion

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NOTE: When using a torque wrench adapter, the distance from the torque wrench drive to the adapter drive changes the actual torque value. Apply the following formula (A x B)\(B - C) = D to obtain the correct torque value.

Record the torque value to be obtained as A.
Measure the distance from the center of the torque wrench handgrip to the center of the torque wrench drive. Record this measurement as B.

Fig 1: Identifying Distance From Center Of Torque Wrench Handgrip To Center Of Torque Wrench Drive
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Measure the distance from the center of the torque wrench adapter opening to the center of the torque wrench adapter drive. Record this measurement as C.

Fig 2: Identifying Distance From Center Of Torque Wrench Adapter Opening To Center Of Torque Wrench Adapter Drive
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Example: multiply the torque value to be obtained A (120) by the length of the torque wrench B (12). Subtract the length of the torque wrench adapter C (2) from the length of the torque wrench B (12). Divide the product of A x B (1,440) by the difference of B - C (10) to obtain the torque multiplication conversion D (144).

Fig 3: Example For Calculating Torque Multiplication Conversion

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