VDI 2230 Standards for Bolted Joints

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Automate bolted joint strength and fatigue checks with SDC Verifier using the VDI 2230 (Part 1, 2015) standard.
Integrated directly into Ansys Mechanical, Femap, and Simcenter 3D.
Detailed calculation of preload loss, fatigue strength, thread stripping, embedding, slippage, and bolt yield.

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Why Choose SDC Verifier for VDI 2230 Compliance

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Automated Bolt Joint Verification

Systematic checks for preload, fatigue, thread stripping, slippage, and embedding based on the full VDI 2230 methodology.

Detailed Failure Mode Coverage

Covers all critical failure mechanisms in bolted joints — from yielding and crushing to clamp loss and fatigue, across every load step.

Accurate Engineering Inputs

Supports temperature effects, elastic/plastic material properties, nut dimensions, thread geometry, preload loss, and more.

Easy Bolt Library & Setup

Built-in bolt library, intuitive setup wizard, and editable parameters streamline verification workflows without scripting.

Reports That Engineers Trust

Export high-quality calculation reports with reference to VDI 2230 figures, equations, and fatigue safety factors.

About Standard

Systematic Calculation of High-Duty Bolted Joints VDI 2230 is the industry-recognized guideline for ensuring the strength and reliability of bolted joints under static and dynamic loading. Originally developed for the automotive sector, it is now widely used across engineering fields where joint failure is not an option.

SDC Verifier implements VDI 2230 Part 1 (2015) to support detailed, step-by-step evaluation of preload, fatigue, embedding, slippage, and thread failure risks. The standard helps engineers design bolted joints that fully utilize the bolt’s load-bearing capacity while staying safe under service loads.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VDI 2230 and why is it important?

VDI 2230 is a detailed engineering guideline developed by the Association of German Engineers for calculating high-duty bolted joints. It ensures joints are safe, reliable, and capable of withstanding preload, fatigue, and thermal effects.

Does SDC Verifier support VDI 2230 Part 1 (2015)?

Yes. SDC Verifier fully supports VDI 2230 Part 1 (2015) and integrates directly into Ansys Mechanical, Femap, and Simcenter 3D for seamless verification.

Can I customize bolt dimensions and properties in SDC Verifier?

Absolutely. You can either load from a built-in bolt library or define all parameters manually — materials, loads, thread geometry, preload, and more.

Is the calculation process automated?

Yes. SDC Verifier automates all steps of the VDI 2230 process and provides detailed calculation reports, including bolt utilization, stress ratios, and preload checks.

Can I use this standard outside the automotive industry?

Definitely. While it was initially developed for automotive applications, VDI 2230 is widely used across machinery, aerospace, and industrial equipment sectors.

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