Unloading a torque wrench - spring weakening.
Unloading a torque wrench - spring weakening.
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It has been the common recommendation to return a snap style torque wrench to its lowest setting after usage. The often given reason is that the spring, if left compressed, will weaken.
I have always questioned the reason (not the practice). Will the spring weaken (creep) under sustained loading?
ps Hope this is a valid spring question!
I have always questioned the reason (not the practice). Will the spring weaken (creep) under sustained loading?
ps Hope this is a valid spring question!





RE: Unloading a torque wrench - spring weakening.
Some springs more than others, but they all do it.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Unloading a torque wrench - spring weakening.
RE: Unloading a torque wrench - spring weakening.