Metric Thread Dimensions For

ISO Standard Screws & Bolts.

Metric threads are manufactured according to strict metric Please note that these figures relate to product design, and are
thread dimensions and specifications defined by the ISO always implemented with metric thread tolerances in mind. In
standardisation authority to ensure cross-compatibility practice, values related to tapping and drilling can vary
between mating components. The metric thread size chart significantly depending on many factors such as material and
below represents the dimensions of metric coarse machine operating temperature. Use these metric thread dimensions as
screw threads as defined by ISO standards. a guide and perform a test fit on a scrap workpiece if you're
unsure. Measure twice, tap once.
THREAD SIZE MAJOR DIAMETER (MM) MINOR DIAMETER (MM) THREAD PITCH (MM) PITCH DIAMETER (MM) TAPPING DRILL DIAMETER (MM) CLEARANCE HOLE DIAMETER (MM)

M1 1 0.729 0.25 0.838 0.75 1.3

M1.1 1.1 0.829 0.25 0.938 0.85 1.4
M1.2 1.2 0.929 0.25 1.038 0.95 1.5
M1.4 1.4 1.075 0.3 1.205 1.1 1.8
M1.6 1.6 1.221 0.35 1.373 1.25 2
M1.8 1.8 1.421 0.35 1.573 1.45 2.3
M2 2 1.567 0.4 1.74 1.6 2.6
M2.2 2.2 1.713 0.45 1.908 1.75 2.9
M2.5 2.5 2.013 0.45 2.208 2.05 3.1
M3 3 2.459 0.5 2.675 2.5 3.6
M3.5 3.5 2.85 0.6 3.11 2.9 4.2
M4 4 3.242 0.7 3.545 3.3 4.8
M4.5 4.5 3.688 0.75 4.013 3.8 5.3
M5 5 4.134 0.8 4.48 4.2 5.8
M6 6 4.917 1 5.35 5 7
M7 7 5.917 1 6.35 6 8
M8 8 6.647 1.25 7.188 6.8 10
M9 9 7.647 1.25 8.188 7.8 11
M10 10 8.376 1.5 9.026 8.5 12
M11 11 9.376 1.5 10.026 9.5 13.5
M12 12 10.106 1.75 10.863 10.2 15
M14 14 11.835 2 12.701 12 17
M16 16 13.835 2 14.701 14 19
M18 18 15.394 2.5 16.376 15.5 22
M20 20 17.294 2.5 18.376 17.5 24
M22 22 19.294 2.5 20.376 19.5 26
M24 24 20.752 3 22.051 21 28
M27 27 23.752 3 25.051 24 33
M30 30 26.211 3.5 27.727 26.5 35
THREAD SIZE MAJOR DIAMETER (MM) MINOR DIAMETER (MM) THREAD PITCH (MM) PITCH DIAMETER (MM) TAPPING DRILL DIAMETER (MM) CLEARANCE HOLE DIAMETER (MM)

M33 33 29.211 3.5 30.727 29.5 38

M36 36 31.67 4 33.402 32 41
M39 39 34.67 4 36.402 35 44
M42 42 37.129 4.5 39.077 37.5 47
M45 45 40.129 4.5 42.077 40.5 50
M48 48 42.857 5 44.752 43 53
M52 52 46.587 5 48.752 47 57
M56 56 50.046 5.5 52.428 50.5 61
M60 60 54.046 5.5 56.428 54.5 65
M64 64 57.505 6 60.103 58 69
M68 68 61.505 6 64.103 62 73

Metric Thread Size Explained. Major Diameter (mm) Minor Diameter (mm)
In our metric screw size chart above, metric thread size is Explained. Explained.
denoted by a series of numbers and letters that encapsulate
various dimensions including the major diameter, thread The major diameter in our bolt size chart, typically measured The minor diameter in our metric thread chart is the smallest
pitch, and thread type. The most common system adhered to in millimetres (mm), refers to the largest diameter of a diameter of a threaded element, often referred to as the root
is the ISO Metric Screw Thread, where designations like M6x1 threaded cylinder, also known as the crest of the thread. This is of the thread. This dimension is usually specified in millimetres
signify a major diameter of 6 mm and a pitch of 1 mm. This a critical parameter as it essentially dictates all metric bolt (mm) and serves as a crucial indicator of the quality and
naming convention of m sizes for screws enables engineers to sizes. Precise measurements can be acquired using Vernier strength of the thread. Minor diameter can be measured using
swiftly identify and match threaded components, thereby callipers or micrometers. specialised gauges like a thread depth micrometer, or even
facilitating streamlined procurement and assembly processes. optically through profile projectors.

Thread Pitch (mm) Tapping Drill Diameter (mm) Clearance Hole Diameter (mm)
Explained. Explained. Explained.
The thread pitch column in our metric thread pitch chart refers The tapping drill diameter is the diameter of the drill hole The clearance hole diameter in our thread size chart is the
to the distance between two parallel crests on a thread, required before the tapping process can begin. This parameter diameter of the hole that allows a bolt or screw to pass
typically measured in millimetres (mm). This is usually is closely aligned with the minor diameter and usually varies through without engaging the threads. This is crucial for
calculated by measuring the distance between three or more based on material properties and application requirements. ensuring easy assembly and disassembly. The diameter is
thread crests and then dividing by the number of spaces Applicable to all standard screw sizes, accurate measurement generally measured using pin gauges or digital calipers and
between them. Pitch is an essential attribute as it affects both post-tapping ensures that the threads achieve the desired fit should be chosen based on the bolt's major diameter plus an
the thread’s mechanical properties and its compatibility with and strength, typically taken using digital bore gauges or plug additional margin for ease of fit.
mating components. Specialised instruments such as leaf gauges.
thread gauges or vision systems are commonly used to
measure this.