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Thickness of Cotter is the measure of how much broad is the cotter in direction perpendicular to axial force. Check FAQs
tc=Lσc1d2
tc - Thickness of Cotter?L - Load on Cotter Joint?σc1 - Compressive Stress in Spigot?d2 - Diameter of Spigot?

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Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
tc=Lσc1d2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
tc=50000N58.2N/mm²40mm
Next Step Convert Units
tc=50000N5.8E+7Pa0.04m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
tc=500005.8E+70.04
Next Step Evaluate
tc=0.0214776632302405m
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
tc=21.4776632302405mm
LAST Step Rounding Answer
tc=21.4777mm

Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot Formula Elements

Variables
Thickness of Cotter
Thickness of Cotter is the measure of how much broad is the cotter in direction perpendicular to axial force.
Symbol: tc
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Load on Cotter Joint
Load on cotter joint is basically the amount of load/force any part or joint, can bear or is acted upon or exerts.
Symbol: L
Measurement: ForceUnit: N
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Compressive Stress in Spigot
Compressive Stress in Spigot is the amount of stress generated into the spigot due to the compressive force on it.
Symbol: σc1
Measurement: StressUnit: N/mm²
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Diameter of Spigot
The diameter of Spigot is defined as the diameter of the external surface of the spigot or the inner diameter of the socket.
Symbol: d2
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Thickness of Cotter

​Go Thickness of Cotter Joint
tc=0.31d
​Go Thickness of Cotter given Tensile Stress in Socket
tc=(π4(d12-d22))-Fcσtsod1-d2
​Go Thickness of Cotter given Shear Stress in Cotter
tc=L2τcob
​Go Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Socket
tc=L(d4-d2)σcso

Other formulas in Joint Geometry and Dimensions category

​Go Minimum Diameter of Spigot in Cotter Joint Subjected to Crushing Stress
d2=Lσctc
​Go Diameter of Spigot Collar given Rod Diameter
d3=1.5d
​Go Diameter of Spigot of Cotter Joint given Shear Stress in Spigot
d2=L2Laτsp
​Go Diameter of Spigot of Cotter Joint given Compressive Stress
d2=d4-Ltcσc1

How to Evaluate Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot?

Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot evaluator uses Thickness of Cotter = (Load on Cotter Joint)/(Compressive Stress in Spigot*Diameter of Spigot) to evaluate the Thickness of Cotter, Thickness of cotter given compressive stress in spigot is the required thickness of the cotter of a cotter joint when a crushing load acts onto the spigot part of the cotter joint. Thickness of Cotter is denoted by tc symbol.

How to evaluate Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot, enter Load on Cotter Joint (L), Compressive Stress in Spigot c1) & Diameter of Spigot (d2) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot

What is the formula to find Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot?
The formula of Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot is expressed as Thickness of Cotter = (Load on Cotter Joint)/(Compressive Stress in Spigot*Diameter of Spigot). Here is an example- 10080.65 = (50000)/(58200000*0.04).
How to calculate Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot?
With Load on Cotter Joint (L), Compressive Stress in Spigot c1) & Diameter of Spigot (d2) we can find Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot using the formula - Thickness of Cotter = (Load on Cotter Joint)/(Compressive Stress in Spigot*Diameter of Spigot).
What are the other ways to Calculate Thickness of Cotter?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Thickness of Cotter-
  • Thickness of Cotter=0.31*Diameter of Rod of Cotter JointOpenImg
  • Thickness of Cotter=((pi/4*(Outside Diameter of Socket^2-Diameter of Spigot^2))-(Force on Cotter Joint)/Tensile Stress In Socket)/(Outside Diameter of Socket-Diameter of Spigot)OpenImg
  • Thickness of Cotter=(Load on Cotter Joint)/(2*Shear Stress in Cotter*Mean Width of Cotter)OpenImg
Can the Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot be negative?
No, the Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot?
Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot is usually measured using the Millimeter[mm] for Length. Meter[mm], Kilometer[mm], Decimeter[mm] are the few other units in which Thickness of Cotter given Compressive Stress in Spigot can be measured.
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