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The Diameter of Shaft using Key is the measurement across the widest part of a shaft that accommodates a key for secure attachment and torque transmission. Check FAQs
ds=2MtF
ds - Diameter of Shaft using Key?Mt - Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft?F - Force on Key?

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44.99Edit=2224500Edit9980Edit
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
ds=2MtF
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
ds=2224500N*mm9980N
Next Step Convert Units
ds=2224.5N*m9980N
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
ds=2224.59980
Next Step Evaluate
ds=0.0449899799599198m
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
ds=44.9899799599198mm
LAST Step Rounding Answer
ds=44.99mm

Shaft Diameter given Force on Key Formula Elements

Variables
Diameter of Shaft using Key
The Diameter of Shaft using Key is the measurement across the widest part of a shaft that accommodates a key for secure attachment and torque transmission.
Symbol: ds
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft
The Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft is the rotational force transferred through a keyed connection, essential for ensuring reliable power transmission in mechanical systems.
Symbol: Mt
Measurement: TorqueUnit: N*mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Force on Key
The Force on Key is the load applied to a key in a mechanical assembly, crucial for ensuring proper engagement and transmission of torque between components.
Symbol: F
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Diameter of Shaft using Key

​Go Shaft Diameter given Compressive Stress in Key
ds=4Mtσclh

Other formulas in Design of Square and Flat Keys category

​Go Force on Key
F=2Mtds
​Go Torque Transmitted by Keyed Shaft given Force on Keys
Mt=Fds2
​Go Shear Stress in given Force on Key
𝜏flat key=Fbkl
​Go Width of Key given Shear Stress in Key
bk=F𝜏flat keyl

How to Evaluate Shaft Diameter given Force on Key?

Shaft Diameter given Force on Key evaluator uses Diameter of Shaft using Key = 2*Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft/Force on Key to evaluate the Diameter of Shaft using Key, Shaft Diameter given Force on Key formula is defined as a method to determine the appropriate diameter of a shaft based on the force applied to a key. This ensures the shaft can withstand the mechanical loads without failure, contributing to the overall reliability of the machine design. Diameter of Shaft using Key is denoted by ds symbol.

How to evaluate Shaft Diameter given Force on Key using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Shaft Diameter given Force on Key, enter Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft (Mt) & Force on Key (F) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Shaft Diameter given Force on Key

What is the formula to find Shaft Diameter given Force on Key?
The formula of Shaft Diameter given Force on Key is expressed as Diameter of Shaft using Key = 2*Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft/Force on Key. Here is an example- 44989.98 = 2*224.5/9980.
How to calculate Shaft Diameter given Force on Key?
With Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft (Mt) & Force on Key (F) we can find Shaft Diameter given Force on Key using the formula - Diameter of Shaft using Key = 2*Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft/Force on Key.
What are the other ways to Calculate Diameter of Shaft using Key?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Diameter of Shaft using Key-
  • Diameter of Shaft using Key=4*Transmitted Torque by Keyed Shaft/(Compressive Stress in Key*Length of Key*Height of Key)OpenImg
Can the Shaft Diameter given Force on Key be negative?
No, the Shaft Diameter given Force on Key, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Shaft Diameter given Force on Key?
Shaft Diameter given Force on Key is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Shaft Diameter given Force on Key can be measured.
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