BS EN 1090-2:2008 EN 1090-2:2008 (E) NOTE This does not apply o special weld nuts according to e.g. EN ISO 21670 or weld studs. 82.2 Bolts The nominal fastener diameter used for structural bolting shall be at least M 12, unless otherwise specifiod together with the associated requirements. For thin gauge components and sheeting the minimum diameter shall be specified for each type of fastener. The bolt length shall be chosen such that after tightening the following requirements are met for bolt end protrusion beyond the nut face and the thread length. The length of protrusion shall be at least the length of one thread pitch measured from the outer face of the ‘ut to the end of the bolt. IF it is intended that a connection utilises the shear capacity of the unthreaded shank of bolts, then the dimensions of the bolts shall be specified to allow for the tolerances on the length of the unthreaded portion. NOTE The length of the unthreaded bott shaft of fll cross section is shorter than the nominal unthreaded lenath (e.g. by Up to 12mm for an M20 bolt), For non-preloaded bolts, at least one full thread (in addition to the thread run out) shall remain clear between the bearing surface of the nut and the unthreaded part of the shank. For preloaded bolts according to EN 1439-3 and EN 14399-7, at least four full threads (in addition to the thread run out) shall remain clear between the bearing surface of the nut and the unthreaded part of the shank. For preloaded bolts according to EN 14399-4 and EN 14399:8, clamp lengths shall be in accordance with those specified in Table A.1 of EN 14399-4:2008, 82.3 Nuts Nuts shall run freely on their partnering bolt, which is easily checked during hand assembly. Any nut and bolt assembly where the nut does not run freely shall be discarded. If a power tool is used, either of the following two checks may be used: a) for each new batch of nuts or botts their compatibility may be checked by hand assembly before installation; b) for mounted bolt assemblies but prior to tightening, sample nuts may be checked for free-running by hand after intial loosening Nuts shall be assembled so that their designation markings are visible for inspection after assembly. 824 Washers Generally washers are not required for use with non-preloaded bolts in normal round holes. If required, it shall be specified whether washers are to be placed under the nut or the bolt head, whichever is rotated, or both. For single lap connections with only one bolt row, washers are required under both bolt head and the nut. NOTE The use of washers can reduce local damage to metal coatings particulary where these are thick coatings. Washers used under heads of preloaded bolts shall be chamfered according to EN 14399-6 and positioned with the chamfer towards the bolt head. Washers according to EN 14399-5 shall only be used under nuts. 61