OpenBridge Modeler

Shear Plate Connection - Distance tab

Used to set shape direction and distribution.

SettingDescription
Distribution Shape Direction
  • Number – Sets the number of drill holes in shape direction.
  • Slot Length – Sets the slotted hole axis for holes in the connection shape.
  • Rotate Slot – When checked, rotates the axis of slot.
  • End Offset inside – Distance of the last center of a drill hole to the end of the web plate on the side of the connecting shape.
  • Connection Edge – Distance of the last drill hole to the end of the connecting shape on the side of the support shape.
  • Dist. Between. – Distance between two drill holes in the direction of the connecting shape.
    Tip: Enabled for Number set higher than one.
Distribution Transversal Direction
  • Number – Sets the number of bolts in transversal shape direction.
  • Edge Distance – Sets the distance of the drill holes to the outer edge of the web plate.
  • Dist. Between – Sets the distances between two drill holes in the transversal direction of the connecting shape.