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Friction and Friction Coefficients
Download our technical guide on friction and friction coefficients for screw connections according to VDI 2230.
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Technical Information on Friction and Friction Coefficients
Learn about friction and the importance of the coefficient of friction in fastening, including a table with friction coefficients for threads and bearing surfaces.
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For the safe assembly of screws, it is important to determine friction and the optimal coefficient of friction in order to calculate the correct tightening torque. Here you can find a table with guideline values for various materials/surfaces and types of lubrication as an overview:
- Relation of friction coefficient classes to guideline values for various materials/surfaces and types of lubrication for screw connections according to VDI 2230
- Coefficient of friction table for threads and bearing surfaces
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