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5. What form does the thread take at the major and minor diameters?
Choose an option:
[Parallel To Cone]
Common thread forms are usually defined as being parallel to the cone.
Select [Parallel To Cone] followed by [Next] softkey to continue.
[Parallel To Axis]
Some axial thread types (such as API spec 5B BCSG sizes 16 and above) are actually
defined such that the tip and root of the thread are parallel to the workpiece axis.
Select [Parallel To Axis] followed by [Next] softkey to continue.