Bolted Joint

Bolt size is determined for a user defined clamped joint with an external load. Intended for preliminary sizing and sensitivity analysis; validate independently for safety-critical use.

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Model summary

Inputs: Bolt type and grade. Clamped materials and thicknesses and external load.

Outputs: A specific bolt check will indicate if separation will occur and/or if strength requirements are not met.

Outputs: A minimum sized bolt can be determined for no joint separation while meeting bolt strength requirements.

Helpful hint: A configuration can be saved to a JSON file for reuse.

Use case: quick what-ifs, sensitivity, and early sizing.

Examples

Example of a bolted joint.

Preliminary estimates only. Verify independently for critical applications. See Terms.