Technical data 147Tightening torquesUnless a tightening torque is specified in the text, the following torques can be used. Electrical connections Mechanical connections Insulation supports Cable lugsDisclaimers Generic disclaimerThe manufacturer shall have no obligation with respect to any product which (i) has beenimproperly repaired or altered; (ii) has been subjected to misuse, negligence or accident;(iii) has been used in a manner contrary to the manufacturer’s instructions; or (iv) hasfailed as a result of ordinary wear and tear. Cybersecurity disclaimerThis product is designed to be connected to and to communicate information and data viaa network interface. It is Customer's sole responsibility to provide and continuously ensurea secure connection between the product and Customer network or any other network (asthe case may be). Customer shall establish and maintain any appropriate measures (suchSize Torque NoteM3 0.5 N·m (4.4 lbf·in) Strength class 4.6...8.8M4 1 N·m (9 lbf·in) Strength class 4.6...8.8M5 4 N·m (35 lbf·in) Strength class 8.8M6 9 N·m (6.6 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M8 22 N·m (16 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M10 42 N·m (31 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M12 70 N·m (52 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M16 120 N·m (90 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8Size Max. torque NoteM5 6 N·m (53 lbf·in) Strength class 8.8M6 10 N·m (7.4 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M8 24 N·m (17.7 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8Size Max. torque NoteM6 5 N·m (44 lbf·in) Strength class 8.8M8 9 N·m (6.6 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M10 18 N·m (13.3 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M12 31 N·m (23 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8Size Max. torque NoteM8 15 N·m (11 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M10 32 N·m (23.5 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8M12 50 N·m (37 lbf·ft) Strength class 8.8
