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Snap fit

Although the snap-fit approach is the simplest and most economical way to assemble parts, the strain (ε) of the snap-fit part should be kept below 6% for general grade and composite reinforced grade and 2 to 2.5% or less after assembly. Please design to eliminate any significant distortion.

Reference the corner R (stress concentration) page for values of R.

Snap-fit ​​is the simplest and most economical method for assembling parts, but the strain (ε) of the snap-fit ​​part should be 6% or less for general grade, 2 to 2.5% or less for composite reinforced grade, and after assembly. Please design so that no large distortion remains.

Snap-fit ​​is the simplest and most economical method for assembling parts, but the strain (ε) of the snap-fit ​​part should be 6% or less for general grade, 2 to 2.5% or less for composite reinforced grade, and after assembly. Please design so that no large distortion remains.

Snap strain calculation example

Elastic modulus E : 2,300MPa Snap length l : 15mm Snap thickness t : 2mm Snap width W : 6mm
Load F : 9.8N (=1kgf) automatic calculation table [Excel :11.7KB]

Area moment of inertia Area moment of inertia
Stress Stress
Displacement Displacement
Distortion Distortion

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