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Bolt Testers

Bolt Testers

"Bolt Testing" generally describes using our hydraulic load cells i.e. HS, MZ, S, etc. to measure fastener performance as follows:

  • Pre-Installation Verification (PIV) Testing & Rotational Capacity (ROCAP) Testing of structural fasteners per AISC/RCSC specifications. 
  • General fastener testing to determine torque/tension relationships. 
  • The types of components that can be tested include but are not limited to Hex Bolts, Tension Control Bolts, Anchor Bolts, Studs, Lock Nuts, Direct Tension Indicating Washers, etc.

Skidmore Wilhelm's hydraulic tension calibrator, or bolt tension calibrator, has been the industry standard for testing high-strength bolts since we invented the technology in the 1950's. Our units are required to be used on steel buildings, bridges and other structures using fasteners in tension critical joints. 

Our units can safely be used with hand torque wrenches, impact guns, electric wrenches and hydraulic wrenches.

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  • Build Your Own Model MZ

    from $ 5,295.00

    Need to test more than one bolt diameter? You can buy additional bolt diameter kits here: Model MZ Bolt Adapter Kit The Model MZ Manual is avail...

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  • Model MZ Base Unit

    $ 4,250.00

    The Model MZ Manual is available for download! IMPORTANT NOTE:  This unit will not function independently.  Please review our adapter sets to f...

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  • Bolt Tester

    Model P Instructional Unit

    $ 2,200.00

    Portable Bolt Tension Measuring Device with USB Digital Gauge. Sold exclusively to educational institutions and training centers, including Snap-o...

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  • Bolt Tester

    Model P

    $ 1,800.00

      Model P Portable Bolt-Tension Calibrator 3/8" Bolts Only - Designed for bolt manufacturers and distributors to demonstrate the superiority of...

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  • Base Unit Model HS

    $ 4,500.00

      The Model HS Manual is available for download! Model HS Portable Bolt-Tension Calibrator Convert tool output to bolt-tension specs Set...

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  • Build Your Model HS

    from $ 5,545.00

    Need to test more than one bolt diameter?  You can buy additional bolt diameter kits here: Model HS Bolt Adapter Kit The Model HS Manual is availa...

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  • Bolt Tester

    Model S

    $ 0.00

      Model S Portable Bolt-Tension Calibrator Designed for small bolts (#6 to 1/4" and 3MM to 6MM). Download the Model S Maintenance Manual

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    Model K

    $ 0.00

      Model K Portable Bolt-Tension Calibrator Fastener: Bolts 1-1/4” through 2-1/2” (M30— M64) Preload Capacity: 225,000 lbs (can be upgraded to ...

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  • Bolt Tester

    Model J

    $ 0.00

      Model J Portable Bolt-Tension Calibrator Fastener: Screws and bolts #10 through 9/16” (M5-M16). Preload Capacity: 30,000 lbs. Maximu...

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