Pitch Diameter in Machine Design Formulas

Pitch diameter is the diameter of the basic cylindrical shape on which threads are created. And is denoted by d_p. Pitch Diameter is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Pitch Diameter is always positive.

Machine Design formulas that make use of Pitch Diameter

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FAQ

What is the Pitch Diameter?

Pitch diameter is the diameter of the basic cylindrical shape on which threads are created. Pitch Diameter is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Pitch Diameter is always positive.

Can the Pitch Diameter be negative?

No, the Pitch Diameter, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Pitch Diameter?

Pitch Diameter is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Pitch Diameter can be measured.

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