Bolted Friction Clamp Design
Bolted Friction Clamp Design
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I am currently looking at designing a bolted friction clamp to attach a retrofitted item of controls gear to an existing subsea manifold.
I have done a literature search in the office and on the internet and discussed with colleagues the best design approach. The literature search didn't turn up a great deal, so it appears to be a from first principles design; and the discussions seemed to confirm this as each Engineer had a different approach.
I thought however I would ask the Eng-tips community if they were aware of any published guidance on the topic?
I have done a literature search in the office and on the internet and discussed with colleagues the best design approach. The literature search didn't turn up a great deal, so it appears to be a from first principles design; and the discussions seemed to confirm this as each Engineer had a different approach.
I thought however I would ask the Eng-tips community if they were aware of any published guidance on the topic?
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RE: Bolted Friction Clamp Design
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The sections on mechanical clamps should be applicable. Part 1 design guidance, part 2 test data review.
They also have a research report on neoprene lined clamps, good for taking up some tolerance between the saddle and clamped pipe.
http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr031.pdf
Hope that helps some, anything more specific feel free.
RE: Bolted Friction Clamp Design