Article - CS51007

How to use "Refine Model > Connections > Fastener" in Creo Simulate

Modified: 25-Jun-2025   


Applies To

  • Creo Simulate 1.0 to 9.0
  • Pro/MECHANICA and Creo Elements/Pro Mechanica Wildfire 2.0 to Wildfire 5.0
  • Creo Parametric 1.0 to 11.0

Description

  • How to use Refine Model > Connections > Fastener
  • Information about creating fastener connection
  • Fastener force does not increase as expected when and external force is applied. The external force tries to separate the fastened component
  • How to assign a measure on fastener in static analysis
  • The nominal pre-load value entered with fasteners will result in a smaller actual pre-load measured, depending on model stiffness
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