Vibration Rib Joint - Dukane VWA-4300 User Manual

Vibration Rib Joint

This figure illustrates several ways to stiffen internal ribs
in a part. The use of gussets and cross ribs can stabilize
weld ribs during the vibration process. Long, unsupported
weld ribs in a part will flex, and they cannot be welded.
C Clearance
D Distance Between Ribs
H Rib Height
M Melt Down
R Rib Width
S Support Rib Height
W Wall Thickness
W
W
Support
Rib
H
S
Vibration Rib Joint
Figure A - 3
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Dimension
D
R
R
+
Vibration Direction
General Guidelines
Minimum 0.030" (0.75mm)
0.550" - 0.865" (14mm - 22mm)
0.235" - 0.790" (6mm - 20mm)
0.040" - 0.060" (1mm - 1.5mm)
Minimum 0.040" (1mm)
0.080" - 0.120" (2mm - 3mm)
Minimum 0.060" (1.5mm)
C C
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