Torque & Bolting

Product catalog summary

Overview of Simplex Bolting Products
Simplex provides a wide range of hydraulic torque wrenches, including square drive and low clearance designs, with optional attachments and accessories to enhance their versatility.

WT-Series Square Drive Wrenches
The WT-Series features a push-through drive available in .75”, 1”, and 1.5” models, suitable for close-quarter applications. They offer easy drive direction changes and come with various optional accessories.

WX-Series Low Clearance Wrenches
These wrenches have a patented low-height piston design, making them the flattest available, ideal for tight spaces. They offer a wide choice of links in .06” increments, with metric sizes available, and accessories like hex reducers and different reaction arms.

Bolting Accessories
Simplex offers torque wrench pumps in electric and air power options. The electric pumps are known for smooth operation, continuous duty, and low startup voltage requirements. Hoses are twin style with a 4:1 safety factor, and the pump-mounted gauge reads in 100 psi increments.

Bolting Pumps
Simplex provides several pump models for different torque wrench sizes and applications:

G1 Bolting Pump: Suitable for small to medium torque wrenches, lightweight, starting at 36 lbs.
G3 Bolting Pump: Suitable for medium to large torque wrenches, starting at 57 lbs.
G5 Bolting Pump: Ideal for medium to large torque wrenches, available in electric and air versions, starting at 75 lbs.

Proper Size & Selection
Guidelines emphasize the importance of considering power requirements, tool size, and project specifications when selecting the appropriate pump, hose, and tool.

Torque Wrenches
WT-Series wrenches come in various sizes with features like hardened alloy square drives, anti-backlash mechanisms, and no-leak couplers. Accessories include square drive sockets and hex reducers.

Specifications

Torque Wrenches: Lists different models such as WA and WX series, with specifications including hex size, maximum torque (in ft./lbs), and dimensions.
WX Series: Low clearance wrenches with a maximum torque of 35,600 ft./lbs at 10,000 psi, featuring a patented piston design for a lower profile and quick interchangeable links.

Procedures and Recommendations

Select the correct WX drive unit to achieve the desired torque.
Couple the WX drive unit with the appropriate WXL hex link as per the chart provided.
Optional wrench handles are available for certain models and can be attached on either side or on top of the wrench.

Accessories

Available in both imperial and metric sizes, including reaction arms, extensions, and hoses.
Torque wrench hoses are heavy-duty, thermo-plastic, and come with quick disconnect couplers.

Safety and Standards

Refer to pages 4 and 5 for a complete list of safety tips and recommendations.
Torque wrench pumps are available in both electric and air power, detailed on pages 81-87.

Key Data from Tables

Maximum torque values range from 395 ft./lbs to 27,200 ft./lbs depending on the model and size.
Model lengths and dimensions are specified for various applications, ensuring compatibility with different tasks.

Catalog excerpts

BOLTING PRODUCTS Introduction G1171T Power Pump WX2 Torque Wrench WH-15 Heavy Duty Hose bolting Standard Bolting Model Shown SIMPLEX BOLTING PRODUCTS OVERVIEW Bolting Features Simplex offers a wide variety of hydraulic torque wrenches available in square drive design or low clearance wrenches. These tools are the most versatile in the business. Optional attachments and accessories are available to complement both style wrenches. WT-Series Square Drive Wrenches The Simplex square drive wrench combines strength and simplicity to handle the toughest bolting jobs. Simplex square drive wrenches come...

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BOLTING PRODUCTS Proper Size & Selection G1 Bolting Pump 19 cu.in. / min. @ 10,000 psi An intermittent .5 hp pump that is best suited to power small size torque wrenches. It's easy to transport and very lightweight. Starting weight @ 36 lbs. G3 Bolting Pump A continuous duty 1.5 hp pump that is best suited for medium to large torque wrenches. Starting weight @ 75 lbs. G5 Bolting Pump - Air 55 cu.in. / min. @ 10,000 psi bolting 46 cu.in. / min. @ 10,000 psi G5 Bolting Pump 55 cu.in. / min. @ 10,000 psi A continuous duty 1.13 hp pump that is best suited to power small to medium torque wrenches....

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BOLTING PRODUCTS Proper Size & Selection Selecting The Bolting System Selecting The Proper Pump All SIMPLEX bolting pumps are configured specifically for bolting applications. Each “turnkey” power pump includes polarized couplers, external adjustable relief valve, pump mounted gauge and optional multi-port manifold for multiple tools. When selecting a power pump, consider the power requirements; air, 115 vac or 230 vac, 2nd stage hydraulic flow, pump operating / interval time, number of tools being operated and weight. Refer to the internal pages for details. Selecting The Proper Hose All SIMPLEX...

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