Number of Bolts required evaluator uses Number of Bolts in Joint = External Force on Bolt/Primary Shear Load on Bolt to evaluate the Number of Bolts in Joint, Number of Bolts required is the total load applied on a structure divided by the tensile or shear capacity of an individual bolt, adjusted by a safety factor, gives the number of bolts needed to safely support the load. Number of Bolts in Joint is denoted by n symbol.
How to evaluate Number of Bolts required using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Number of Bolts required, enter External Force on Bolt (Pe) & Primary Shear Load on Bolt (P1') and hit the calculate button.