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Can I use a higher‑strength screw with a bigHead collar?

15 May 2026

To use a higher-strength screw with a bigHead collar, you must be prepared to manage the assembly tightening through careful torque and preload control. This may involve VDI 2230 based bolt-calculations, depending on your application requirements.

Our assembly guide will help you define torque and preload limits for our collar products.