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thread class - 3A screw in 2B hole?

thread class - 3A screw in 2B hole?

thread class - 3A screw in 2B hole?

(OP)
hello,

i'm wondering if anybody can share some thoughts on mixing thread classes.  specifically, what would be the potential problems versus a 'proper' class 2 or class 3 thread.  thanks!

  

RE: thread class - 3A screw in 2B hole?

Class 3 in class 3 allows a line fit at max tolerance as I recall.

Class 2 in class 2 always has a certain amount of clearance.

A class 3 screw in a class 2 hole will have a fit somewhere between these 2.  So, simplistically, it will be 'tighter' than a 2 in a 2 but looser than a 3 in a 3.

It will be more tolerant of 'contamination' in between threads than a 3-3, but not as tolerant as a 2-2.

Take a look at ASME B1.1 to better understand unified thread tolerances.

What is your application?

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RE: thread class - 3A screw in 2B hole?

I have mix the thread class in the passed and have nor problems.  Take a look at the ASME.

Chris

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