10/26/2026
🔧 Monitored Monday: Understanding Torque
Not all tightening is created equal! When it comes to electrical work, torque matters. Proper torque ensures electrical connections are secure, safe, and built to last.
📚 What is Torque? Torque is the turning force applied to a fastener such as a bolt, nut, or lug. Too little torque can result in loose connections that generate heat and cause equipment failure. Too much torque can damage conductors, terminals, and equipment.
⚡ Why It Matters
- Prevents loose electrical connections
- Reduces the risk of overheating and arc faults
- Protects equipment from damage
- Ensures compliance with manufacturer specifications and NEC requirements
- Improves reliability and safety of installations
🛠 Field Reminder Always use a calibrated torque tool and follow the manufacturer's specified torque values. "Hand tight" is not a measurement.
✅ Monitored Monday Question: Have you ever found a loose connection during troubleshooting that was caused by improper torque? What was the issue and how was it resolved?
