Rifle Scopes Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

[Vin]

Just wondering what the general consensus in torque (inch lbs) is for tightening scope ring screws. Rings are TPS and scope is NXS 3.5 - 15. I know some don't even bother but I like for them to be as consistent as possible.

 

[bodywerks]

Re: Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

Around 12-16 in/lbs.

 

[Rhys]

Re: Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

15-20

 

[ChrisGarrett]

Re: Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Vin</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just wondering what the general consensus in torque (inch lbs) is for tightening scope ring screws. Rings are TPS and scope is NXS 3.5 - 15. I know some don't even bother but I like for them to be as consistent as possible. </div></div>

Alloy rings, ~15 in/#

Steel rings ~18-20 in/#

Manufacturers differ, but there are two values depending on material.

Chris

 

[JMBdevotee]

Re: Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

I use 18 in/lbs on the ring caps
65 in/lbs on the cross bolts

Same rings and optic...

 

[Nessal]

Re: Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

Badger rings and base...I do the following.

20 for the base to receiver
65 for the rings to base
15 for the rings to scope.

 

[Powerstrokediesel]

Re: Recommended torque for scope ring screws.j

Knight's Armament 0ne piece scope ring, 3/32" cap screws: 15-20 inch/pounds. 1/2" cross bolt:65 inch pounds.