From the sketch it may be seen that the minimum gage is that dimension which

allows all elements of the bolt assembly to clear the fillet of the beam. The
maximum gage would be that dimension which causes the minimum edge distance
to be achieved. The tabulated gages are those which have been accepted in
common usage for many years as workable or usable.
adjusted to suit the connection being made. If connecting a smaller flange to a larger
gages, except on the narrowest flanges. The gages suggested in the table may be
on all flanges in a single group. Most common bolt sizes will fit using the tabulated
between the minimum gage possible and the maximum gage possible and they work
Workable or usable gages are historic in their origin. They are simply a compromise
Any gage in between the minimum and the maximum may be used at any time.
clearance is the major consideration, the gage may be increased up to the maximum.
the minimum. If connecting a framed beam to a column flange where bolt driving
flange, or if prying force were the major consideration, the gage may be reduced to
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