GD&T Flashcards
What does GD&T Stand for
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
What is Tolerancing
The total amount a specific Dimension is permitted to vary
Why do you need to tolerance?
Because every dimension cannot be perfect
What factors influence change in fit?
Temperature, humidity, atmosphere, dust, corrosion, wear, lubrication, etc
What are the two ways that a fit can be specified
Hole and Shaft basis
What are the 2 major fit systems?
ANSI and ISO
What are the 3 ISO general groups?
Clearance, Transition and interference fits
What are the 3 ANSI general groups
“RC”, locational and “FN” fits
“40H8” what does the first number mean
The basic size of the component
“40H8” What does the letter mean?
The letter indicates the class of fit (UPPER CASE FOR HOLES, lower case for shafts)
“40H8” what does the second number mean?
The second number indicates the international tolerance (IT) Grade
what kind of fit is “H11/c11”
a loose-running fit for wide commercial tolerances or allowances on external members
what kind of fit is “H9/d9”
free running fit not for use where accuracy is essential, but good for large temperature variation, high running speeds, or heavy journal pressures
what kind of fit is “H8/f7”
Close running fit for running on accurate machines and for accurate location at moderate speeds and journal pressures
what kind of fit is “H7/g6”
Sliding fit not intended to run freely, but to move and turn freely and locate accurately
what kind of fit is “H7/h6”
Locational clearance fit provides snug fit for locating stationary parts; but can be freely assembled and disassembled
what kind of fit is “H7/k6”
locational transition fit for accurate location, a compromise between clearance and interference
what kind of fit is “H7/n6”
locational transition fit for more accurate location where greater interference is permissible
what kind of fit is “H7/p6”
Locational interference fit for parts requiring rigidity and alignment with prime accuracy of location but without special bore pressure requirements
what kind of fit is “H7/s6”
Medium drive fit for ordinary steel parts or shrink fits on light sections, the tightest fit usable with cast iron
what kind of fit is “H7/u6”
Force fit suitable for parts which can be highly stressed or for shrink fits where the heavy pressing forces required are impractical
What does a metric limit tolerance value specified on one line look like
12.50±0.25
what does a stacked inch limit tolerance value look like
1.062
1.000
what’s the specified dimension of : 76±0.4
76
what’s the lower limit of : 76±0.4
75.6 (76-0.4)
Whats the upper limit of: 76±0.4
76.04 (76+0.4)
Whats the tolerance of 76±0.4
0.8 (76.04-75.6=0.8)
What type of dimension appears on a drawing in parentheses?
A reference dimension
What does an inch dimension with an equal bilateral tolerance look like?
0.750±0.005
what does ISO stand for
International standards organization
what does ANSI stand for
The American National Standards Institute
Why use GD&T?
Proper use guarantees the form, fit and function of a product without the need to make assumptions or interpret requirements
What is a feature?
a feature is a general term that applies to a physical portion of a part. (an edge, surface, vertex, etc)
What is a feature of size (FOS)
one cylindrical or spherical surface; a set of 2 opposed elements or parallel surfaces that are associated with a size dimension
When is MMC most often used?
when FOS is used in an assembly
When is LMC most often used?
LMC is often specified to ensure a minimum wall thickness on a part
When is RFS used?
RFS is often applied to ensure symmetry, and is the default if MMC and LMC aren’t specified
What is basic dimensioning?
The basic dimension is the theoretical exact size that the feature of size should be
How are basic dimensions indicated on drawings?
Enclosed in rectangles
What are tolerance zones?
They’re pictorial representation of the limits of size for a particular tolerance
What is the standardization of engineering drawing symbols controlled by
ASME Y14.5
What is this Symbol: Ø
Diameter
What is this Symbol: R
Radius
What is this Symbol: SR
Spherical Radius