ASTM F2437-06 - 15.8.2006
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the requirements for carbon and alloy steel compressible-washer-type direct tension indicators capable of indicating a specified bolt tension in cap screws, bolts, anchors, and studs.

1.2 Direct tension indicators in nominal diameter sizes 1/4 through 21/2 in. are covered.

1.3 There are two Types of DTIs covered by this specification, Type 1 and Type 2.

1.3.1 Type 1 DTIs are suitable for comparatively large bearing surfaces. Type 1 DTIs are available in Grades 55 and 105, which differ in the amount of tension they indicate at a prescribed gap (see ).

1.3.2 Type 2 DTIs are suitable for comparatively smaller bearing surfaces. Type 2 DTIs are available in Grades 5 and 8, which differ in the amount of tension they indicate at a prescribed gap (see ).

1.4 Direct tension indicators are intended for installation under a bolt or cap screw head, a hex nut, or against a hardened washer or other flat hardened surface.

The following precautionary statement pertains only to the test method portions, Section and Appendix XI of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

A307-21

Standard Specification for Carbon Steel Bolts, Studs, and Threaded Rod 60 000 PSI Tensile Strength

F1941-10

Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings on Threaded Fasteners (Unified Inch Screw Threads (UN/UNR))

A354-17e2

Standard Specification for Quenched and Tempered Alloy Steel Bolts, Studs, and Other Externally Threaded Fasteners (Includes all amendments and changes 11/27/2018).

A449-14(2020)

Standard Specification for Hex Cap Screws, Bolts and Studs, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105/90 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength, General Use

A563-15

Standard Specification for Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts

B633-23

Standard Specification for Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel

B695-21

Standard Specification for Coatings of Zinc Mechanically Deposited on Iron and Steel

F436-11

Standard Specification for Hardened Steel Washers

F606-14

Standard Test Methods for Determining the Mechanical Properties of Externally and Internally Threaded Fasteners, Washers, Direct Tension Indicators, and Rivets

F1554-20

Standard Specification for Anchor Bolts, Steel, 36, 55, and 105-ksi Yield Strength

F1470-24

Standard Practice for Fastener Sampling for Specified Mechanical Properties and Performance Inspection

A194/A194M-23

Standard Specification for Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, and Stainless Steel Nuts for Bolts for High Pressure or High Temperature Service, or Both

ASME B18.2.1

Square and Hex Bolts and Screws, Inch Series

A325-14

Standard Specification for Structural Bolts, Steel, Heat Treated, 120/105 ksi Minimum Tensile Strength (Withdrawn 2016)

A193/A193M-23

Standard Specification for Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting for High Temperature or High Pressure Service and Other Special Purpose Applications

SAE J995

Mechanical and Material Requirements for Steel Nuts

SAE J429

Mechanical and Material Requirements for Externally Threaded Fasteners

ASME B18.2.8

Clearance Holes for Bolts Screws, and Studs