faqs
How much torque should I apply when tightening the screws of my Noctua CPU cooler?
All screws should be tightened gently until they stop, without using excessive force. Please do not exceed the following values for maximum tightening torque:
Screw type | Max. torque |
|---|---|
NM-SSC1 screws for fixing the fastening brackets to the base of the heatsink | 0.5 Nm |
NM-ITS1/ NM-ITS1s/ NM-STS1 thumb screws for fixing Intel mounting bars | 0.5 Nm |
NM-ALS1 screws for fixing AMD mounting bars | 0.6 Nm |
Spring-loaded screws for fixing the heatsink to the mounting bars | 0.6 Nm |
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