How can I model a shear plate connection with two columns of bolts?

1. Open the Connection Pad by clicking on Edit - Connections toolbar - Shear Connection (see screen capture) or double-clicking on the large display of the model connection.

2.  In the Connection Pad, change the "Bolt Eccentricity Calculation Method" to "Manual."

3.  After changing the bolt eccentricity option, a line for number of bolt columns will appear with the Single Plate information:

3. Enter the desired gage between the columns of bolts

4.  Define the appropriate eccentricity to use using the parameter "eb: Load eccentricity to bolt group" also found with the Single Plate information.

See Also

RAM Connection Capabilities and Modeling FAQ