Ball Shear Calculation

[mshafi95]

Hi, I have a PVC Ball with 2.00" Diameter and i need it to pass through a Steel Restriction with ID 1.95". Can anyone help me out how to calculate the Shear load or pressure to shear the ball through the port.

[Kelly_Bramble]

To estimate the forces required, see:

https://www.engineersedge.com/calcul...etal_15276.htm

and

https://www.engineersedge.com/materi...ear-stress.htm

You will need enough contact area on the ball to ensure you don't deform or yield a shape during the shearing operation.

[mshafi95]

To estimate the forces required, see:

https://www.engineersedge.com/calcul...etal_15276.htm

and

https://www.engineersedge.com/materi...ear-stress.htm

You will need enough contact area on the ball to ensure you don't deform or yield a shape during the shearing operation.

Hi, Thank you for your reply. For the Calculation, Should I take into account the compressive strength or the Shear Strength?