Question

For clearance fit the upper limit of the shaft should be

• A. greater than the upper limit of the hole
• B. lesser than the upper limit of the hole
• C. greater than the lower limit of the hole
• D. lesser than the lower limit of the hole

Hint:

Clearance fits are designed to provide sufficient space between mating parts ensuring that the parts can move freely without interference

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

In a clearance fit, the shaft is invariably smaller than the hole. Consequently, to ensure a clearance gap between the components, the shaft's upper limit must exceed the hole's lower limit.