running clearence api 610
running clearence api 610
(OP)
Please advise what is the minimum running clearance according to API 610, for example on table write minimum running clearance is 0.016 inch for rotating diameter between 4.00-4.499 inches. Is it mean the clearance no allowed more than 0.016 or should be more than 0.016 inch





RE: running clearence api 610
RE: running clearence api 610
The 0.016 IN spec is at best generic. For example in a sleeve bearing at 1200 rpm the 0.016 IN running clearance would be on the high side however if the shaft speed is 14000 rpm the 0.016 clearance is excessive.