Tightening technique
Handheld Nutrunners – DSH Series
DSM offers a wide range of powerful handheld and pistol grip nutrunners for manual screwdriving processes in industrial assembly.
Our electronically controlled screwdriving tools combine precise DSM tightening technique, excellent ergonomics, and maximum process reliability – making them ideal for safety- and quality-critical applications in demanding assembly environments.
Those seeking reliable and efficient assembly processes choose DSM’s digital handheld and pistol grip nutrunners. The DSH series impresses with its broad variety of configurations and support for the diverse tightening methods of the MultiPro 3G – enabling error-free fastening, reproducible results, and ensuring the highest product quality throughout the entire production process.
Manual Screwdriving Technology for Industrial Use
- Digital handheld nutrunners for manual applications
- Torque ranges from 0.05 Nm to 60 Nm
- Error-free setup via integrated parameter memory
- Maintenance-free, brushless servo motor with clockwise/counterclockwise rotation
- Durable housing made of stainless steel and aluminum
- Wear-free operating elements for long service life
- Various output options for maximum flexibility
Accessories for DSH Handheld Nutrunners
Expand your application possibilities with field-proven accessories: crowfoot gear units, suspension elements, balancers, tool change boxes, handling systems, and customized technical solutions on request.
Select a Series
for More Information:
0.05 – 0.5 Nm (2 versions)
0.05 – 4 Nm (4 versions)
0.1 – 5 Nm (4 versions)
0.5 – 15 Nm (4 versions)
1 – 20 Nm (4 versions)
1 – 15 Nm (3 versions)
0.5 – 35 Nm (5 versions)
4 – 60 Nm (4 versions)
DSH 16 Series
The miniaturization of many products presents a particular challenge for manufacturing – especially in terms of process-reliable assembly.
To meet this need, we developed the DSH 16 nutrunner for extremely low torque values, suitable for both handheld use and integration into automated systems.
The DSH 16 series is available in torque versions of 0.25 Nm and 0.5 Nm.
- Status indicator via light field
- Motor-gear combination
- Freely configurable operating buttons
- Ergonomic handle
- Headlight for illumination of the application
- Vacuum connection for option “vacuum screw holder”
- Suspension clip
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 0.89°
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed |
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DSH 16 / 0025 | 0.05 – 0.25 Nm | 450 1/min |
DSH 16 / 005 | 0.1 – 0.5 Nm | 450 1/min |
DSH 26 Series

Handheld nutrunner with electronically controlled servo motor and digital data transmission.
The DSH 26 series is available in 0.5 Nm, 1 Nm, 2 Nm, and 4 Nm versions – either as an MDW type (with digital torque sensor) or as a current-controlled SA type.
- Status indication via light field
- Motor and gearbox integrated in a single aluminum housing
- Ergonomic handle
- Start button and programmable function switch
- Headlights for illumination of the application
- Suspension clip
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 3.7° (DSH26/005, 26/01); 2.6° (DSH26/02);
1.0° (DSH26/04)
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
SA Control Type
- Indirect torque measurement via current-controlled shut-off
- Torque accuracy depends on tool calibration – adjustment via reference measurement and configuration on the MultiPro 3G
- Regular reference measurements ensure accuracy
- Angle detection via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 4.3° (DSH26/005, 26/01); 2.1° (DSH26/02);
1.0° (DSH26/04) - Cost-effective solution for simple tightening tasks
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed (MDW) | Speed (SA) |
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DSH 26 / 005 | 0.05 – 0.5 Nm | 1450 1/min | 1700 1/min |
DSH 26 / 01 | 0.2 – 1 Nm | 1450 1/min | 1700 1/min |
DSH 26 / 02 | 0.4 – 2 Nm | 1020 1/min | 820 1/min |
DSH 26 / 04 | 0.8 – 4 Nm | 400 1/min | 400 1/min |

DSH 28 Series
DSH 28 – precise and versatile: usable as a handheld nutrunner, as a guided tool in handling systems, or as a built-in nutrunner in automated processes.
The DSH 28 series is available in 0.6 Nm, 1.2 Nm, 2.2 Nm, and 5 Nm versions – either as an MDW type (with digital torque sensor) or as a current-controlled SA type.
- Tightening status via integrated light field
- PG S and PG A LEDs indicate the active program (preset or alternative)
- Powerful motor-gearbox combination
- Ergonomic handle with honeycomb texture for optimal grip
- Start button and two freely configurable control buttons
- LED screw point illumination with three modes: On, Off, and Auto
- Various output options available
- Optional vacuum connection for screw pick-up
- Suspension mount for attaching the tool, e.g., to a balancer
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 3.5° (DSH28/006, 28/012); 2.5° (DSH28/022);
1,0° (DSH28/05)
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
SA Control Type
- Indirect torque measurement via current-controlled shut-off
- Torque accuracy depends on tool calibration – adjustment via reference measurement and configuration on the MultiPro 3G
- Regular reference measurements ensure accuracy
- Angle detection via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 4.2° (DSH28/006, 28/012); 2.4° (DSH28/022);
1.0° (DSH28/05) - Cost-effective solution for simple tightening tasks
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed (MDW) | Speed (SA) |
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DSH 28 / 006 | 0.1 – 0.6 Nm | 1330 1/min | 1610 1/min |
DSH 28 / 012 | 0.2 – 1.2 Nm | 1330 1/min | 1610 1/min |
DSH 28 / 022 | 0.4 – 2.2 Nm | 965 1/min | 910 1/min |
DSH 28 / 05 | 0.9 – 5 Nm | 370 1/min | 370 1/min |
DS 34‑P Series

Pistol grip nutrunner with electronically controlled servo motor and digital data transmission.
The DS-34‑P series is available in 2.5 Nm, 5 Nm, 10 Nm, and 15 Nm versions – either as an MDW type (with digital torque sensor) or as a current-controlled SA type.
- Status indication via illuminated field
- Motor and gearbox integrated in a single aluminum housing
- Pistol grip handle
- Start switch and programmable function switch
- Rotary dial for speed limitation
- Suspension bracket
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via digital absolute encoder
- Angle resolution: 0.1°
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
SA Control Type
- Indirect torque measurement via current-controlled shut-off
- Torque accuracy depends on tool calibration – adjustment via reference measurement and configuration on the MultiPro 3G
- Regular reference measurements ensure accuracy
- Angle detection via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 3.3° (DS34/05); 1.7° (DS34/10, 34/15)
- Cost-effective solution for simple tightening tasks
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed |
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DS 34 / 025 MDW‑P | 0.5 – 2.5 Nm | 880 1/min |
DS 34 / 05 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 1 – 5 Nm | 880 1/min |
DS 34 / 10 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 2 – 10 Nm | 1540 1/min |
DS 34 / 15 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 3 – 15 Nm | 1540 1/min |

DSH 34 Series
Handheld nutrunner with electronically controlled servo motor and digital data transmission.
The DSH 34 series is available with straight output in 5 Nm and 10 Nm versions, and with angle head in 5 Nm, 10 Nm, and 20 Nm versions – either as an MDW type (with digital torque sensor) or as a current-controlled SA type.
- Illuminated field for tightening status indication
- Motor and gearbox integrated in a rugged housing
- Ergonomic handle
- Start button and programmable mode selector ring
- Suspension mount / Suspension clip
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 1.7° (straight output); 1.2° (angle head)
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
SA Control Type
- Indirect torque measurement via current-controlled shut-off
- Torque accuracy depends on tool calibration – adjustment via reference measurement and configuration on the MultiPro 3G
- Regular reference measurements ensure accuracy
- Angle detection via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 1.7° (straight output); 1.2° (angle head)
- Cost-effective solution for simple tightening tasks
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed (Straight Output) | Speed (Angle Head) |
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DSH 34 / 05 | 1 – 5 Nm | 1540 1/min | 1070 1/min |
DSH 34 / 10 | 2 – 10 Nm | 1540 1/min | 1070 1/min |
DSH 34 / 20* | 4 – 20 Nm | - | 1070 1/min |
*Version only available with angle drive
DSH 38 Series
Handheld nutrunner with electronically controlled servo motor and digital data transmission.
The DSH 38 series is available in torque versions of 5 Nm, 10 Nm, and 15 Nm.
- Illuminated field for tightening status indication
- Motor and gearbox integrated in a rugged housing
- Ergonomic handle
- Start button and programmable mode selector ring
- Headlights for illumination of the application
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 0.01°
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed |
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DSH 38 / 05 MDW | 1 – 5 Nm | 1540 1/min |
DSH 38 / 10 MDW | 2 – 10 Nm | 1540 1/min |
DSH 38 / 15 MDW | 3 – 15 Nm | 1540 1/min |
DS 44‑P Series

Pistol grip nutrunner with electronically controlled servo motor and digital data transmission.
The DS-44‑P series is available in 2.5 Nm, 5 Nm, 10 Nm, 20 Nm, and 35 Nm versions – either as an MDW type (with digital torque sensor) or as a current-controlled SA type.
- Status indication via illuminated field
- Motor and gearbox integrated in an aluminum housing
- Pistol grip handle
- Start switch and programmable function switch
- Rotary dial for speed limitation
- Suspension bracket
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via digital absolute encoder
- Angle resolution: 0.1°
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
SA Control Type
- Indirect torque measurement via current-controlled shut-off
- Torque accuracy depends on tool calibration – adjustment via reference measurement and configuration on the MultiPro 3G
- Regular reference measurements ensure accuracy
- Angle detection via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 3,3° (DS44/05); 2,3° (DS44/10); 1,4° (DS44/20);
1,0° (DS44/35) - Cost-effective solution for simple tightening tasks
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Torque Range | Speed |
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DS 44 / 025 MDW‑P | 0.5 – 2.5 Nm | 1300 1/min |
DS 44 / 05 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 1 – 5 Nm | 1300 1/min |
DS 44 / 10 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 2 – 10 Nm | 900 1/min |
DS 44 / 20 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 4 – 20 Nm | 530 1/min |
DS 44 / 35 MDW‑P / SA‑P | 7 – 35 Nm | 480 1/min |

DSH 44 Series
Handheld nutrunner with electronically controlled servo motor and digital data transmission.
The DSH 44 series is available with straight output in 20 Nm and 30 Nm versions, and with angle head in 40 Nm and 60 Nm versions – either as an MDW type (with digital torque sensor) or as a current-controlled SA type.
- Illuminated field for tightening status indication
- Motor and gearbox integrated in a robust housing
- Ergonomic handle
- Start button and programmable mode selector ring
- Suspension mount / Suspension clip
MDW Control Type
- Directly integrated torque measurement via DAkkS-calibrated digital sensor
- Torque accuracy: 0.5% of final value
- Tolerance according to ISO 5393: better than 5%
- Angle measurement via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 1.0°
For more information on calibration and traceability, please refer to the “Calibration” page.
SA Control Type
- Indirect torque measurement via current-controlled shut-off
- Torque accuracy depends on tool calibration – adjustment via reference measurement and configuration on the MultiPro 3G
- Regular reference measurements ensure accuracy
- Angle detection via motor sensors
- Angle resolution: 1.0°
- Cost-effective solution for simple tightening tasks
Torque Ranges & Speeds
Version | Output | Torque Range | Speed |
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DSH 44 / 20 | Straight Output | 4 – 20 Nm | 680 1/min |
DSH 44 / 30 | Straight Output | 6 – 30 Nm | 680 1/min |
DSH 44 / 40 | Angle Head | 8 – 40 Nm | 350 1/min |
DSH 44 / 60 | Angle Head | 12 – 60 Nm | 350 1/min |