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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=” Bolting FAQs” subhead=”Keep Your
Projects Moving” text_orientation=”center” header_scroll_down=”on” scroll_down_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” module_class=”big_header” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” title_font_size=”58px” title_line_height=”1.3em” subhead_font=”Futura Bold|700|||||||” subhead_text_color=”#FFFFFF” subhead_font_size=”30px” subhead_line_height=”1.2em” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_image=”https:\/\/appliedbolting.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ABT25-FW-1-Column-Image-2.jpg” min_height=”300px” min_height_tablet=”300px” min_height_phone=”300px” min_height_last_edited=”on|phone” height=”80vh” height_tablet=”70vh” height_phone=”50vh” height_last_edited=”on|phone” max_height=”80vh” max_height_tablet=”70vh” max_height_phone=”50vh” max_height_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”25vh||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”10vh||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”10vh||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” title_font_size_tablet=”38px” title_font_size_phone=”24px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” title_line_height_tablet=”1.2em” title_line_height_phone=”1em” title_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” subhead_font_size_tablet=”20px” subhead_font_size_phone=”18px” subhead_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_fullwidth_header][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Squirter\u00ae DTI Troubleshooting Guide” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#343433″ custom_margin=”30px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”FAQs” module_class=”big_header” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#F47C26″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ open_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” closed_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#F47C26″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ toggle_level=”h3″ toggle_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” custom_padding=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|false” border_width_all=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_icon__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Orientation \u2013 Is the DTI facing the right way?” open=”on” open_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#F47C26″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|8px|8px|8px|8px” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ toggle_level=”h5″]<\/p>\n

For nut-side installations,<\/strong> make sure your stack-up looks like this:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Bolt through hole
\u2022 Squirter\u00ae DTI (bumps facing away from the steel)
\u2022 Hardened flat washer
\u2022 Nut<\/p>\n

Why it matters:<\/strong>
If the bumps face the steel, they’ll dig into it instead of compressing. That stops the DTI from doing its job, and you won’t get a proper indication.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Hole Size \u2013 Are you using standard holes?” open_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#F47C26″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|8px|8px|8px|8px” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ toggle_level=”h5″ open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Squirter\u00ae DTIs are designed for standard holes.<\/strong> If you’re dealing with oversized or short-slotted holes, you need to support the DTI properly:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Bolt through hole
\u2022 Hardened flat washer (to span the oversize or slot)
\u2022 Squirter\u00ae DTI (bumps out)
\u2022 Hardened flat washer
\u2022 Nut<\/p>\n

Why it matters:<\/strong>
Without support, the DTI bumps can fall into the hole and won’t compress like they should.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Wrench Power \u2013 Is your tool up to the job?” open_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#F47C26″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|8px|8px|8px|8px” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ toggle_level=”h5″ open=”off”]<\/p>\n

A weak wrench won’t crush the DTI bumps.<\/strong> Here\u2019s what\u2019s required.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Impact Wrench with \u00bd” to 1-\u00bc” bolts: DTI should fire within 10 seconds
\u2022 Impact Wrench with 1-3\/8″ to 1-\u00bd” bolts: DTI should fire within 15 seconds
\u2022 Continuous-turn wrenches: No time limit, but the wrench must tension the bolt fully without stalling<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Hardware Condition \u2013 Is it clean or corroded?” open_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#F47C26″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|8px|8px|8px|8px” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ toggle_level=”h5″ open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Rust or corrosion increases friction, making tensioning harder.<\/strong> More friction = more torque = higher risk of stalling or breaking bolts.<\/p>\n

Best practice:<\/strong>
Use clean, \u201cas-delivered\u201d hardware. If that\u2019s not possible, requalify using Stickwax or Molylube on the bolt threads and nut washer face.<\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Painted Steel \u2013 Is the coating too thick or uncured?” open_toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#F47C26″ icon_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”24px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||||false|false” border_radii=”on|8px|8px|8px|8px” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#F47C26″ toggle_level=”h5″ open=”off”]<\/p>\n

If the steel is heavily painted or the coating has not cured, the DTI channels can clog.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fix it:<\/strong>
Add an extra hardened flat washer under the DTI to separate it from the paint and restore a clear indication.<\/p>\n

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Want to know more about the ways our ASTM F959 certified DTIs improve the structural steel bolting process? Watch our video resources below and contact us if you have any further questions.<\/p>\n

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