It is represented by the letter A. The half angle is represented by a small letter a. The angle of thread is known from the name of the thread. PITCH -This is the distance from a point on the screw thread to a corresponding point on the next thread measured parallel to the axis of the thread.
It is represented by the letter p. No formula is needed for the major diameter as it is used to identify the size of the screw. If the flats at the top and bottom of the thread are the same, the pitch diameter will coincide with the middle of the sloping side of the thread. On the nut it corresponds to the tap drill size. Do you want more information about thread types or to receive a thread gauge?
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STEP 1 Determine if the thread is straight parallel or tapered. Straight thread BSPP and metric. STEP 2 Measure the thread diameter. The tap will bind in the hole and begin to gall and pull up material, leaving a poor internal thread. Manuals on machining contain tables and charts to determine the correct tap drill size. If no chart is available, a simple formula for both SAE fractional and metric threads can be used.
There is a simple conversion for thread per inch into pitch. The pitch distance from crest to crest is the inverse of the threads per inch. The correct size hole in this example would be 0. Notice that the coarser the thread, greater the difference between tap drill size and tap size. Finer threads would have less of a difference between the tap and hole size.
Using a metric example, a hole is required for a thread of 5mm x 0. The correct size hole would be 5mm - 0. There is resistance to turning the bolt, as the fastener gets tighter. Some resistance comes from friction and rubbing between the internal and external thread surfaces. Because of this, it is common to prepare the threads with lubrication.
This can take for form of liquid lubrication, grease, or an anti-seize compound. Even liquid threadlockers provide some lubrication during tightening. As a simple rule of thumb, if the thread size is small, such as a derailleur pinch bolt, a liquid lubricant is adequate. If the thread is large or the torque relatively high, such as a pedal thread or bottom bracket, use a grease or anti-seize compound.
There are situations, however, where a manufacturer may recommend no lubrication on the fastener. If is useful to lubricate the threads and under the head of the bolt, especially when the bolt head is turned during tightening.
Threadlockers are special adhesives used in many industries and in many applications. These are available through Park Tool. This hardening and expansion is what gives these materials their special feature. However, threadlockers should not be used to replace proper torque and pre-load when clamping load is important. This compound acts primarily as thread filler.
If the part is removed, the compound tends to break down, so use a liquid threadlocker to supplement. Threadlockers come in different grades of strength. There are compounds that are stronger and extra procedures are often necessary when disassembling, such as heating with a heat air-gun. Most thread-locking compounds are designed for metals. They are usually not intended for use with plastic, and may both harden and weaken the plastic.
Retaining compounds are intended for press fit applications such as pressed studs. The retaining compounds tend to have a higher viscosity than the thread-locking compounds. Many retaining compounds require special technique for removal, such as excess force and or mild heat. Retaining compounds can provide a useful repair on marginal press fits, such as a headset cup that is a poor fit to the frame. It is the habit of many mechanics to put the thread-locking compound on the external thread.
This is typically not an issue, but in some cases this is not appropriate. As the parts are threaded together, the excess compounds backs up toward the head of the thread where it spreads about.
Other parts may be inadvertently contaminated. For example, liquid compound applied to the bolt for a cantilever brake boss may end up in the brake arm pivot. The compound in this case should be applied in the internal thread, the boss itself.
Additionally, use care when applying compounds in suspension shocks. Think through the process where the excess compound will go, and wipe up the excess after tightening parts. Each threadlocker manufacturer publishes recommendations for their particular thread-locking product. Below are the Park Tool products. Anti-seize compounds, such as Park Tool ASC-1 Anti-Seize Compound, are typically a mixture of finely ground materials, such as nickel, graphite, lead, copper, aluminum, zinc, and molysulfide, mixed with mineral oils.
These compounds provide a good insulating layer between metals, preventing galling in the threads. These compounds provide much longer protection in adverse and wet conditions as compared to grease. The various grades and types of compounds will vary with their ability to perform at high temperatures, heavy loads, chemical exposure, and stress. However, the stress and loads experienced on the bicycle are less than the automotive uses these compounds are designed for.
Use care when applying these compounds and follow the safety directions of the manufacturers. Washers are often used with threaded fastener.
The washer distributes the stress around the bolted joint. Additionally, the washer reduces friction as the bolt turns. Generally, it is best to have the washer under the turning part of the fastener, either the nut or the head. An example of washer use is under the head of the crank bolt. The washer distributes the pressure on the aluminum arm, and allows the bolt to tighten fully.
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