Metsec Cold Rolled Cleat (101) - Bolts tab

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Use the Bolts tab in the Metsec Cold Rolled Cleat Properties panel to override the default bolt data.

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OptionDescriptionDefaultOther
Web boltsThese properties specify the bolts in the continuous member.  
Bolt size
(Dependant on Bolt standard selected)
This specifies the diameter in mm to be used for the bolts where the standard manufacturer's size is not to be used. If you choose the Default setting the bolt size will be 16mm.The default is set to Default. 
Bolt standard
(Multiple choices)
This sets the bolt standard of bolts to both the primary and secondary members in the joint. The Default setting is 8.8XOX.The default is set to Default. 
ToleranceThis is the difference between the hole diameter and the bolt diameter in mm.Up to and including 24mm bolts, the tolerance will default to 2mm. Above that, the default will be 3mm. 
Thread in mat
(Default, No, Yes) 
This defines whether the thread may pass into the bolted parts or not when using bolts with a standard thread length. With full-threaded bolts this button has no meaning. If set to Default the setting is Yes.The default is set to Default. 
Bolt Type
(Default, Site, Workshop)
This specifies the type of bolt to use. If you Workshop bolt two items together they will become part of a single assembly. If set to Default the setting is Site.The default is set to Site. 
Flange boltsThese properties specify the bolts in the non-continuous member. Details as above.The default bolt standard is 8.8XOX. The default bolt diameter is 16mm. 

See also

Metsec cold rolled - Important information
Metsec Cold Rolled Cleat (101)
Metsec Cold Rolled Cleat (101) - Parts tab
Metsec Cold Rolled Cleat (101) - Parameters tab
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