Question:

The Centre to Centre maximum distance between rivets in tension member of thickness 12 mm is:

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Memory Aid: Tension = $16t$ or $200 \text{ mm}$ (whichever is less). Compression = $12t$ or $200 \text{ mm}$ (whichever is less). Tension allows for a larger spacing than compression because there is no risk of buckling.
Updated On: Oct 3, 2026
  • 192 mm
  • 200 mm
  • 100 mm
  • 160 mm
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understanding the Question:

• Find the maximum centre-to-centre pitch of rivets in a tension member of thickness \( t = 12 \text{ mm} \).

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:


• As per IS 800, the maximum pitch of rivets in tension members is the lesser of \( 16t \) and 200 mm.

• \( 16t = 16 \times 12 = 192 \text{ mm} \), which is less than 200 mm.

• Therefore the maximum pitch is 192 mm.

Step 3: Final Answer:

The correct option is (A) 192 mm.
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