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Pre Load in Bolt is the tension created in a bolt when it is tightened. Check FAQs
Pi=Mt0.2d
Pi - Pre Load in Bolt?Mt - Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening?d - Nominal Bolt Diameter?

Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque Example

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16500Edit=49500Edit0.215Edit
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Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Pi=Mt0.2d
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Pi=49500N*mm0.215mm
Next Step Convert Units
Pi=49.5N*m0.20.015m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Pi=49.50.20.015
LAST Step Evaluate
Pi=16500N

Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque Formula Elements

Variables
Pre Load in Bolt
Pre Load in Bolt is the tension created in a bolt when it is tightened.
Symbol: Pi
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening
Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening is defined as the torque required to create a load on fasteners such as a nut, bolt, or lag screw.
Symbol: Mt
Measurement: TorqueUnit: N*mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Nominal Bolt Diameter
Nominal Bolt Diameter is the diameter equal to the external diameter of the threads or the overall diameter of the part of the bolt.
Symbol: d
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Pre Load in Bolt

​Go Pre Load in Bolt given Elongation of Bolt
Pi=bkb'
​Go Pre Load in Bolt given Amount of Compression in Parts Joined by Bolt
Pi=δck

Other formulas in Load and Strength Characteristics category

​Go Tensile Force on Bolt given Maximum Tensile Stress in Bolt
Ptb=σtmaxπ4dc2
​Go Tensile Force on Bolt in Tension
Ptb=π4dc2Sytfs
​Go Tensile Force on Bolt in Shear
Ptb=πdchSsyfs
​Go Stiffness of Bolt given Thickness of Parts Joined by Bolt
kb'=πd2E4l

How to Evaluate Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque?

Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque evaluator uses Pre Load in Bolt = Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening/(0.2*Nominal Bolt Diameter) to evaluate the Pre Load in Bolt, Pre load in Bolt given Wrench Torque is defined as the tension created in a fastener when it is tightened. This tensile force in the bolt creates a compressive force in the bolted joint known as clamp force. For practical purposes, the clamping force in an unloaded bolted joint is assumed to be equal to and opposite to the preload. Pre Load in Bolt is denoted by Pi symbol.

How to evaluate Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque, enter Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening (Mt) & Nominal Bolt Diameter (d) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque

What is the formula to find Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque?
The formula of Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque is expressed as Pre Load in Bolt = Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening/(0.2*Nominal Bolt Diameter). Here is an example- 16500 = 49.5/(0.2*0.015).
How to calculate Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque?
With Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening (Mt) & Nominal Bolt Diameter (d) we can find Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque using the formula - Pre Load in Bolt = Wrench Torque for Bolt Tightening/(0.2*Nominal Bolt Diameter).
What are the other ways to Calculate Pre Load in Bolt?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Pre Load in Bolt-
  • Pre Load in Bolt=Elongation of Bolt*Stiffness of BoltOpenImg
  • Pre Load in Bolt=Amount of Compression of Bolted Joint*Combined Stiffness of BoltOpenImg
Can the Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque be negative?
No, the Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque, measured in Force cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque?
Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Pre Load in Bolt given Wrench Torque can be measured.
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