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AISC360-05 Bolt Pretension

The document provides tables for minimum bolt pretension values for A325 and A490 bolts in both imperial and metric units. It outlines installation methods and conditions, including the snug-tight condition for certain applications. Additionally, it specifies the use of hardened washers for larger bolts in specific scenarios.

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AISC360-05 Bolt Pretension

The document provides tables for minimum bolt pretension values for A325 and A490 bolts in both imperial and metric units. It outlines installation methods and conditions, including the snug-tight condition for certain applications. Additionally, it specifies the use of hardened washers for larger bolts in specific scenarios.

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Sect. J3.] BOLTS AND THREADED PARTS 16.

1-103

TABLE J3.1
Minimum Bolt Pretension, kips∗
Bolt Size, in. A325 Bolts A490 Bolts
1/2 12 15
5/8 19 24
3/4 28 35
7/8 39 49
1 51 64
11/8 56 80
11/4 71 102
13/8 85 121
11/2 103 148
∗
Equal to 0.70 times the minimum tensile strength of bolts, rounded off to nearest kip, as
specified in ASTM specifications for A325 and A490 bolts with UNC threads.

TABLE J3.1M
Minimum Bolt Pretension, kN∗
Bolt Size, mm A325M Bolts A490M Bolts
M16 91 114
M20 142 179
M22 176 221
M24 205 257
M27 267 334
M30 326 408
M36 475 595
∗
Equal to 0.70 times the minimum tensile strength of bolts, rounded off to nearest kN,
as specified in ASTM specifications for A325M and A490M bolts with UNC threads.

or A490M bolts shall be tightened to a bolt tension not less than that given in
Table J3.1 or J3.1M, except as noted below. Except as permitted below, instal-
lation shall be assured by any of the following methods: turn-of-nut method, a
direct tension indicator, calibrated wrench or alternative design bolt.
Bolts are permitted to be installed to only the snug-tight condition when used in
(a) bearing-type connections.
(b) tension or combined shear and tension applications, for ASTM A325 or
A325M bolts only, where loosening or fatigue due to vibration or load fluc-
tuations are not design considerations.
The snug-tight condition is defined as the tightness attained by either a few im-
pacts of an impact wrench or the full effort of a worker with an ordinary spud
wrench that brings the connected plies into firm contact. Bolts to be tightened
only to the snug-tight condition shall be clearly identified on the design and
erection drawings.
When ASTM A490 or A490M bolts over 1 in. (25 mm) in diameter are used in
slotted or oversized holes in external plies, a single hardened washer conforming
to ASTM F436, except with 5 / 16-in. (8 mm) minimum thickness, shall be used
in lieu of the standard washer.
Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, March 9, 2005
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION

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