STANDARD NUT & BOLT-STYLE TENSIONERS

New Global Tensioner for a New Super High-Strength For general mechanical For higher bolt loads on general
PRODUCT PORTFOLIO

wide variety of general industry Global Tensioner for applications; suited for medium- machinery applications; fit in
applications. Suitable for extreme-strength bolts. strength bolts and studs; fit in the same space as heavy hex.
common grade studs/bolts. the same space as heavy hex Use with high-strength bolts
nuts; feature hex-head jackbolts. and studs.

GT GTS MT CY
Range
M16-M160 M16-M100 M16-M160 M16-M160
Metric

Range
3/4"-6" 3/4"-4" 3/4"-6" 3/4"-6"
Imperial

Approx.
bolt stress 400 to 1000 N/mm2 400 to 1200 N/mm2 400 to 750 N/mm2 400 to 1000 N/mm2
depending 60 to 145 ksi 60 to 175 ksi 60 to 100 ksi 60 to 145 ksi
on size

Temperature -40 to 250 °C -40 to 250 °C -40 to 250 °C

-40 to 250 °C
range C -50 to 500 °F -50 to 500 °F -50 to 500 °F
0 to 500 °F
range F Lower temperatures on demand Lower temperatures on demand Lower temperatures on demand

Jackbolt P37
lubricant
P37 P37 P37
Sizes > M100/4" become GTX and use LB 8012

COMPACT/LOW-PROFILE TENSIONERS
For applications Similar to SJ but for To match countersink Interchangeable with many Replace standard OEM
involving limited higher preloads; moly- dimensions of standard standard series locknuts; mill motor armature nuts;
headroom or thread lubricated set screws. sockethead cap screws. ideal for positioning bearings available for most standard
engagement. or clamping entire shaft motor frame sizes.
assemblies.

SJ SJX2 SSJX2 NM2/NI2 SMX2

Range
M20-M160 M20-M160 M20-M100 M30-M160 M30-M160
Metric

Range
3/4"-6" 3/4"-6" 3/4"-4" 1"-6-1/4" 1"-4"
Imperial

Approx.
bolt stress 100 to 450 N/mm2 300 to 650 N/mm2 350 to 800 N/mm2 20 to 90 N/mm2 100 to 250 N/mm2
depending 15 to 65 ksi 45 to 95 ksi 50 to 115 ksi 3 to 15 ksi 15 to 35 ksi
on size

Temperature -10 to 250 °C -10 to 250 °C -10 to 250 °C -10 to 250 °C -10 to 250 °C
range C
0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F
range F

Jackbolt
P37 LB 8012 LB 8012 LB 8012 LB 8012
lubricant

DYNAMIC APPLICATION TENSIONERS

For recip. compressor Specially designed to match For rotating equipment; Captive countersunk jackbolts
crossheads; special installation counterbore dimensions of with captive jackbolts. “armored” for harsh environments,
procedure simplifies bolting. piston-end nuts they replace. also good for coupling bolting.

CN SP MR MRA
Range
M36-M160 M36-M160 M16-M125 M20-M125
Metric

Range
1-1/2"-6" 1-1/2"-6" 3/4"-5" 3/4"-5"
Imperial

Approx.
bolt stress 210 N/mm2 210 N/mm2 300 to 550 N/mm2 350 to 650 N/mm2
depending 30 ksi 30 ksi 45 to 80 ksi 50 to 95 ksi
on size

Temperature -10 to 250 °C -10 to 250 °C

-10 to 250 °C -10 to 250 °C
range C
0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F 0 to 500 °F
range F

Jackbolt
P37 P37 P37 P37
lubricant

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 STANDARD NUT & BOLT-STYLE TENSIONERS

PRODUCT PORTFOLIO
Bolt-style tensioners for Similar to SB8 bolt- Replace standard hex nuts at Replace most castle nuts at
applications with tapped holes; style tensioners; for temperatures up to 350°C (650°F). 350°C (650°F) for tight spaces.
fit in tight spaces; external hex high-strength.
for installation and removal.

SB8 SB12 H650 H650T

Range
M16-M160 M20-M90 M20-M125 M24-M100
Metric

Range
3/4"-6" 3/4"-3-1/2" 3/4"-5" 1"-4"
Imperial

Approx. 310 N/mm2 310 N/mm2

bolt stress 350 to 650 N/mm2 550 to 850 N/mm2
45 ksi 45 ksi
depending 50 to 95 ksi 80 to 125 ksi
Based on stress area As Based on stress area As
on size

Temperature -10 to 250 °C

-10 to 250 °C -10 to 350 °C -10 to 350 °C
range C 0 to 500 °F
0 to 500 °F -50 to 650 °F -50 to 650 °F
range F Lower temperatures on demand

Jackbolt
lubricant
P37 P37 P37 P37

FLEXNUTS

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Reactive nut for through-hole Similar to SX8 but use in
applications. Adds elasticity to combination with CY or SB12.
bolted joints. Use in combination
with MT or SB8.

SX8 SX12
SUPERBOLT
AT A GLANCE
Range
M20-M160 M20-M160
Metric

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Range
3/4"-6" 3/4"-6"
Imperial

Approx.
bolt stress 400 to 750 N/mm2 400 to 1000 N/mm2
depending 60 to 100 ksi 60 to 145 ksi
on size

Temperature -40 to 250 °C

Superbolt offers a full range of standard,
-10 to 250 °C
range C -50 to 500 °F pre-engineered, and specialty solutions.
0 to 500 °F
range F Lower temperatures on demand
This chart provides a quick overview of
our core products. For additional selection
help, our application engineers will work
CUTTING-EDGE SOLUTIONS with you to find the optimal solution.

EXTREME REQUIREMENTS
Large diameters & high preload, STC
High & low temperature
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THE SUPERBOLT STORY

THE MAN FROM PITTSBURGH

WHO CHANGED
BOLTING TECHNOLOGY FOREVER
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World-renowned Superbolt, Inc., got its start in Pittsburgh, Pa., USA, when the
region was best known as America’s “Steel City”. In 1974, local inventor Rolf
Steinbock was designing and building custom equipment for the steel industry.
A local steel manufacturer purchased one of his designs, a scrap chopper, which
solved problems that plagued older devices. But the new machine’s constant
rotation tended to loosen critical bolts. Downtime for maintenance became a daily
necessity, and it involved re-tightening with a heavy wrench and a sledge hammer.

Mr. Steinbock took one look at this hazardous, repetitive chore and came up with a better idea:
Instead of struggling with the massive torque of large hex nuts, why not divide the torque into
multiple manageable forces?

He sketched out the first multi-jackbolt tensioner (MJT) for fabrication by a local machine shop. With a set
of MJTs installed, the scrap chopper’s bolts never came loose again. Mr. Steinbock patented his invention
and founded Superbolt, Inc., in 1984 and in 1988 a sister company in Switzerland was founded. After
almost three decades of growth, both companies became part of the Nord-Lock Group, the global leader in
secure bolting solutions, in 2011.

Ever since the introduction of the MJT, solving tough bolting challenges
has been our quest. Today you can choose from an extensive range of
standard and pre-engineered designs, within our portfolio or as a customized
design, all based on decades of experience in tensioner technology.

Early sketch of a Superbolt used Rolf Steinbock testing early

in the very first advertisement. Superbolt designs.

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IF YOU’RE NOT
USING SUPERBOLT
TENSIONERS,
YOU’RE WORKING
TOO HARD.

Torque Nm (Lbft)
TORQUE CURVE FOR 310 MPA (45,000 PSI) BOLT STRESS
140,000
(100,000)

TORQUE
REQUIREMENTS
FOR STANDARD
NUTS

70,000 TORQUE
(50,000)
REQUIREMENTS
FOR SUPERBOLT
MULTI-JACKBOLT
TENSIONERS

30 60 90 120 150 180

Thread diameter (mm)

The chart shows how Superbolt tensioners remain easy to install, even on larger sizes, compared
to standard hex nuts. Only hand tools are required to tighten any diameter stud/bolt.

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 The Superbolt Principle
THE SUPERBOLT STORY

Superbolt tensioners are designed as direct replacements

for conventional nuts and bolts. These devices can be
threaded onto a new or existing bolt, stud, threaded rod or
shaft. The main thread serves to position the tensioner on
the bolt or stud against the hardened washer and the load-
bearing surface. Once it is positioned, actual tensioning of
the bolt or stud is accomplished with simple hand tools
by torqueing the jackbolts which encircle the main thread.
The jackbolts transfer the preload evenly into the main
thread and, consequently, onto the joint. The main thread
is tightened in pure tension.

1
By tightening the jackbolts,
a strong thrust (axial) force
is generated. This thrust
force is directed against
a hardened washer.
Jackbolts have a small
friction diameter and can
therefore create a high
thrust force with relatively
little torque input.

2
The loads are transferred
through the nut body which
is positioned on the main
thread by hand.

3
A hardened washer is used
to transfer the force while
protecting the flange face.

4
The thrust (axial) force of
jackbolts and the opposite
reaction force of the main
bolt head create a strong
clamping force on the
flange.

5
The thrust (axial) force
from the jackbolt creates
an equally strong reaction
force in the main bolt.

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 A Full Lifespan of Advantages

THE SUPERBOLT STORY

DESIGN INITIAL INSTALLATION OPERATION MAINTENANCE

HIGHER PRELOAD HAND TOOLS ONLY HIGHER VIBRATION EASY INSPECTION

Tightening in pure tension A single worker can RESISTANCE Torque checks can be
allows higher preloads torque or un-torque the Preloads that exceed done safely and easily,
with greater accuracy most massive Superbolt separating forces prevent using only hand tools.
than other methods, assemblies with ordinary bolts from vibrating loose.
making Superbolt MJTs hand tools.
the ideal choice.

BETTER BOLTED JOINT GREATER SAFETY ACCURATE TENSIONING NO GALLING

Generating preload Superbolt tensioners Accurate, even tension Tightening in pure tension
high enough above the eliminate dangerous from joint to joint eliminates thread galling
separating forces means pinch points, heavy- ensures even loading that is common with
no loosening on properly equipment lifts, or tool- and reduces the risk of direct-torque methods.
designed joints. shattering stresses. leakage.

CUSTOM SOLUTIONS FEWER SPACE LIMITS GREATER RELIABILITY QUICK DISASSEMBLY

Custom products tailored Multi-jackbolt tensioners Accurate preloads Easily removed MJTs
to your application are easier to install in prevent joint loosening, reduce the expense of
can accommodate confined spaces. minimizing fatigue and extended downtime
demanding preload prolonging bolt life. associated with standard
requirements, space bolting methods.
restrictions, or harsh
environments.

DESIGN OPTIONS REDUCED CYCLE TIME REDUCED DOWNTIME REUSABILITY

High preload capacity You can tighten or Properly designed Superbolt tensioners are
and greater accuracy remove Superbolt and tightened joints reusable. Preload can be
make smaller bolts tensioners in a fraction stay secure in service, restored anywhere with
feasible for your design. of the time compared limiting maintenance- simple hand tools.
Reduced dimensions to other methods. Two related downtime.
and tooling sizes can or more technicians can
mean smaller devices work side-by-side using
that use less material hand-held air or electric
and cost less to build. tools, further reducing
cycle time.

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