What is the Minimum Pitch Distance Allowed in Bolted Connections?
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Updated on: September 25th, 2023
What is the minimum pitch distance allowed in bolted connections?
- 2.7 x diameter of bolt
- 2.5 x diameter of bolt
- 1.5 x diameter of bolt
- 1.7 x diameter of bolt
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Answer: B. 2.5 x diameter of bolt
The minimum pitch distance allowed in bolted connections is 2.5 x diameter of bolt.
Solution
As per IS 800:200, the limitations on pitch in bolted connections are:
Minimum pitch = 2.5 x diameter of bolt.
Minimum pitch < minimum (16t, 200mm) – Tension members.
Minimum pitch < minimum (12t, 200mm) – Compression members.
Where, t is the thickness of thinner plate.
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