Minimum Edge Distance
Minimum Edge Distance
(OP)
How stringent should I be on the minimum edge distance recommend by the AISC ASD code (9th ed.) in Spec J3.9. Specifically, should I flag a fabricator if he/she is providing the standard hole size min. edge. dist. for short or long slotted holes?
Struct. EIT
Struct. EIT






RE: Minimum Edge Distance
The code requires the minimum edge distance to avoid tearing failure of the plate. This is true whether it is longer or shorter direction.
RE: Minimum Edge Distance
RE: Minimum Edge Distance
If the connection is a minor, secondary connection, perhaps there is some leeway...but we always stick to the C2 values given.
RE: Minimum Edge Distance
This is the only condition where I will overrule the code on edge distance, if ever.
RE: Minimum Edge Distance
RE: Minimum Edge Distance