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Standard Torque Values

Standard Torque Values - -
NOTE: Oil threads with engine oil unless the threads require oil or water resistant sealer. Standard torque limits are for all other fasteners not shown in the special torque charts.
US Thread Sizes 1/4-20 8-12
5/16-18 16-24
5/16-24 19-27
3/8-16 30-43
3/8-24 37-52
7/16-14 55-75
7/16-20 55-81
1/2-13 75-108
Metric Thread Sizes M-6 8-12
M-8 19-28
M-10 38-54
M-12 68-96
M-14 108-155
Pipe Thread Sizes 1/8 5-8
1/4 12-18