CDI TORQUE Products

Precision Torque Instruments and Calibration Systems for Aviation Maintenance

Core Services & Expertise

CDI Torque Products manufactures precision electronic and mechanical torque instruments and force/tension calibration systems serving aviation maintenance facilities, aerospace manufacturers, military operations, and industrial customers worldwide.

Founded in 1968, the company specializes in torque wrenches, torque drivers, torque testing equipment, and calibration systems ensuring fasteners are tightened to exact specifications in aircraft maintenance operations. As part of Snap-on Specialty Tools within the Snap-on Incorporated family, CDI represents the most respected name in torque tools, testers, and calibration equipment.

All CDI products are individually serialized and meet or exceed appropriate ASME and ISO standards, supporting regulatory compliance requirements in aviation parts and maintenance operations.

Geographic Reach & Manufacturing Capabilities

CDI operates manufacturing facilities in Sandusky, Ohio, producing torque instruments for Snap-on businesses and select OEM and industrial customers worldwide. As member of Snap-on Incorporated family, CDI benefits from global distribution networks, service centers, and technical support infrastructure supporting international aviation customers.

The company’s manufacturing capabilities encompass mechanical torque products and electronic torque measurement systems addressing diverse application requirements. Integration within Snap-on Specialty Tools provides CDI access to advanced manufacturing technologies, quality control systems, and engineering expertise supporting continuous product development.

The company maintains full-time Product Development Team dedicated to developing and delivering innovative torque products addressing evolving industry requirements including increasing precision demands in modern aircraft assembly and maintenance operations.

Industry Credentials & Customer Focus

CDI’s mechanical torque product lines include click type torque wrenches, dial indicating torque wrenches, torque limiting screwdrivers, calibration equipment, and specialized application torque products. The company has established itself as major innovator and leader in electronic torque measurement and torque calibration equipment.

This dual expertise in mechanical and electronic torque solutions enables CDI to serve customers requiring traditional click-type wrenches through advanced digital torque systems with data logging capabilities.

The company’s long-standing relationship with U.S. Government as primary GSA supplier since 1968 demonstrates reliability and quality meeting stringent federal procurement standards. This government certification extends credibility to commercial aviation customers requiring documented quality systems, calibration traceability, and product reliability supporting aircraft airworthiness maintenance programs.

Client Benefits & Service Capabilities

Aviation customers benefit from CDI’s comprehensive service and support infrastructure including repair services, warranty programs, authorized warranty stations, detailed repair manuals, operation manuals, and exploded drawings supporting equipment maintenance.

Individual product serialization enables traceability through calibration cycles and maintenance histories essential for aviation quality assurance programs requiring documented tool control.

CDI’s torque instruments support critical aircraft assembly and maintenance tasks where fastener torque specifications directly impact structural integrity and system reliability. From airframe structural fasteners through engine mounting bolts, landing gear components, and flight control systems, proper torque application prevents both under-tightening (causing joint failure) and over-tightening.

Key Product Categories:

• Click Type Torque Wrenches: Mechanical wrenches providing audible/tactile indication when preset torque is reached
• Dial Indicating Torque Wrenches: Real-time torque measurement with visual dial display for precise fastener tightening
• Electronic Torque Wrenches: Digital torque measurement with data logging, programmable settings, and documentation capabilities
• Torque Limiting Screwdrivers: Precision drivers preventing over-torque on small fasteners in avionics and instrument installations
• Torque Testers: Calibration verification equipment ensuring torque tool accuracy
• Calibration Equipment: Complete calibration systems for maintaining torque instrument accuracy traceable to national standards
• Force/Tension Calibration Systems: Measurement systems for verifying force and tension measuring equipment
• Special Application Products: Custom torque solutions for unique fastening requirements in aircraft assembly and maintenance

Distinctive Market Position

CDI’s founding in 1968 established the company during growth period in commercial aviation when increasing aircraft complexity demanded precise torque control for safe aircraft assembly and maintenance. Over five decades, CDI evolved from specialized torque tool manufacturer into world-class torque products company recognized throughout aviation, aerospace, and industrial sectors.

Quick Facts

• Founded: 1968
• Parent Company: Snap-on Specialty Tools (Snap-on Incorporated family)
• ISO Certification: ISO 9001 (since 1998)
• Government Supplier: Primary GSA supplier since 1968
• Quality Standards: All products meet or exceed ASME and ISO standards
• Product Identification: Individually serialized for traceability
• Specialization: Torque measurement, torque limiting devices, calibration systems
• Innovation Focus: Full-time Product Development Team
• Brand Recognition: Most respected name in torque tools, testers, and calibration equipment

Contact Details

Address: 19220 San Jose Ave, City of Industry, CA 91748, USA
Phone: 800-446-7404
Email: industrialbrands@snapon.com
Website: www.cditorque.com

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