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Report on Screw Jack
POWER SCREW
Power screw is a mechanical device used to convert rotary motion into linear motion and to
transmit power. Unlike the threaded fasteners which are used to clamp the machine members,
power screws are used to transmit power.
Thread forms used in threaded fasteners are not suitable for power screws. The purpose of
threads used in fasteners is to provide high friction to minimize the chances of loosening. But in
power screws, low friction between nut and bolt is desired as those are to be used for power
transmission. Types of threads commonly used for power screws are:
Sq
uare Threads
Square thread can be used to transmit power in either direction. Square threads have maximum
efficiency and there is no radial or bursting pressure on the nut, increasing the life of the nut and
making its motion uniform. But it is difficult to manufacture square threads. These are difficult
to cut with taps and dies and are usually cut on a lathe with a single point cutting tool, making it
expensive. Also, it is not possible to compensate for wear in square threads as split nut cannot be
used with it. Therefore, nut or screw has to be replaced, when worn out. The square threads are
used in screw jacks, presses and clamping devices.
Acme thread is used for power transmission. It has higher load carrying capacity in comparison
to square threads, because of larger root thickness. Acme threads are manufactured on a milling
machine using a multi-point cutting tool and are therefore economical to cut. Due to the slope
provided on its sides, efficiency of acme threads is less than the square threads and the nut is
subjected to radial or bursting pressure. Wear can be compensated in this case by using split nut,
which is a nut cut into two halves along its diameter. These two halves are tightened together
after certain intervals to take care of the wear taken place.
Buttress Thread
Buttress thread is designed to take large loads in one direction. This is the strongest of the thread
forms due to greater root thickness. Its efficiency is comparable with the square threads, is easier
to cut and is compatible with the split nut also. Buttress thread finds its application in light jack
screws and vices.
1. Scissor Jack(Toggle)
2.Floor Jack
Floor jacks are essential tools that assist you in elevating the car you are working on . these
gadgets are powerful and do not need a lot of mechanical knowledge to use .
Consider the vehicle weight when selecting floor jacks for your car . floor jacks should generally
be rated for at least once three fourths of your vehicles weight.
3.Bottle Jack
A bottle jack is a hydraulic jack with an expanded cylindrical body that resembles a bottle . they
can carry greater weight . they also raise the car off the ground . one of the drawbacks of this
function is that I requires a greater starting clearance making it more challenging to operate on
lower cars .
These are also farm jacks used to pull a vehicle out of the mud or when a wench is required.
These can rise a car up to 5 feet off the ground and are rated at 7000 pounds.
5.Transmission jack
Transmission jacks lift , lower and position a transmission to safely and easily remove , repair or
install it . they have an adjustable head for aligning with transmission bolts patterns and pins.
These heavy duty jacks have casters for mobility and straps or chains to secure equipment when
moving.
6. Hand pallet truck jack :- it is a material handling and movement tool that is widelu used in
manufacturing industries, logistic and transportation hub, floor shop and factories. A hand pallet
truck is manual and hand held smaller version of forklift( which generally has a huge dimension
and battery operated).
7. Trolley Jack :- trolly jack is a mechanical lifting device used to apply great forces or lift heavy
loads. A mechanical jak employs a screw thread for lifting heavy equipment. A hydraulic jack
uses hydraulic power. Most commonly used in car jack, floor jack or garage jack, which lift the
cars to perform the maintainance. Jack can used for maximum lift like 1.5 ton or 3 ton
Screw Jack
• Mild Steel
• Phosphorous Bronze
• Brass
• Aluminium
• Carbon steel
• SS304
Material Survey
Material Selection
1. Screw
Material Used – En 9
Reasons – Commonly used material of En series for power screws, used En 9 over
En 16 as it’s cost is cheaper. Cost around Rs 80 per kg
2. Nut
FOS = 3.5
FOS = 2.5
p = pitch = 2mm
ɑ = 1.920
n = number of threads = 30
hn = height of nut = 60 mm
t = 1mm
D3 = screw head = 35 mm
D4 = pin diameter = 9 mm
t2 = thickness of frame = 5 mm
H = height of nut = 36 mm
Wcr = 110480 N
2. Nut
4. Handle
Cost of Material – Rs 80
Cost of Material- Rs 80
Weight Estimations
= 0.6 kg
2. Nut
Weight = 0.7 kg
Weight =
= 3.25 kg
Tolerances:
Nut having external diameter having tolerance grade h6 with diameter 25 mm.
Screw having external diameter having tolerance grade h6 with diameter 18 mm.
Internal diameter of Nut with internal threads having tolerance grade G7 having 20 mm
diameter.
Screw having external diameter with external threads having tolerance grade g6 with diameter 20
mm.
Screw head having external diameter having tolerance grade h6 with diameter 18 mm.
Tolerances used :-
1) H7/h6:- Locational clearance fit provides snug fit for locating stationar parts, but can be freely
assembled and disassembled.
2) G7/g6 :- Sliding fit not intended to run freely, but to move and turn freely and locate
accurately.
DR. BABASAHEB AMBEDKAR TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY