Cold Heading Force Calculator USA | Fastener Tonnage Estimator

🔩 Cold Heading Force Calculator

📊 Cold Heading Tonnage Calculator

Estimate the required forging force for common cold heading operations including hex bolts, socket head screws, nuts and solid rivets.

Select the fastener diameter, configuration and material grade below to calculate an estimated forging tonnage and recommended press capacity.

🔩 Fastener Diameter (Imperial / Metric) 1/4" (M6 Equivalent) 5/16" (M8 Equivalent) 3/8" (M10 Equivalent) 1/2" (M12 Equivalent) 5/8" (M16 Equivalent) 3/4" (M20 Equivalent) 1" (M24 Equivalent)

⚙️ Fastener Configuration Hex Head Cap Screw Socket Head Cap Screw Heavy Hex Nut Solid Button Rivet

🪨 Wire Material Grade AISI 1010 (Low Carbon Steel) AISI 1045 / Grade 5 (Medium Carbon Steel) SS 304 (Stainless Steel)

Estimated Forging Force

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Recommended Press Capacity:
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⚠️ Engineering Disclaimer

This calculator provides preliminary estimated forging force only. Actual cold heading tonnage depends on material strength, lubrication, tooling geometry, upset ratio, friction, machine efficiency and process conditions. Verify production requirements with qualified engineering calculations and machine manufacturer data.