What diameter is a M8 bolt?

8mm
So an M8 bolt would have a shaft diameter that’s slightly under 8mm which means that the bolt should fit through an 8mm hole.

Are M8 and 5/16 the same?

Well, quick answer is no. They are not the same and they are not interchangeable, although they can work under certain circumstances. The most important part is understanding the meaning of M8 and 5/16 to refer to the size of a metric screw or bolt, so then we can see why they aren’t the same thing!

What is M8 in standard?

Thread Conversion Table
Metric CoarseMetric FineBSF/BSW
M6 x 1M6 x 0.751/4″
M8 x 1.25M8 x 15/16″
M10 x 1.5M10 x 1.253/8″
M12 x 1.75M12 x 1.251/2″

What MM is a M8 bolt?

ISO Metric Machine Screw Thread Dimensions
Thread SizeNominal Diameter (mm)Thread Pitch (mm)
M55.00.80
M66.01.00
M77.01.00
M88.01.25

Whats bigger 5/16 or 8mm?

8mm = 5/16 inch.

What size is M8 thread?

The two threads most commonly found in plant and machinery are commonly known as ‘standard’ and ‘fine’ pitch. The pitch of a thread is the distance between two adjacent threads and is measured in millimetres.

Spanner and Allen Key Sizes.
SizeSpannerAllen Key
M813 mm6 mm
M1017 mm8 mm
M1219 mm10 mm
M1624 mm14 mm

What size is a M8-1.25 bolt?

M8-1.25×22 MM Metric Class 8.8 HEX Head Bolt/Screw, 933/960 / 961, ZINC CR+3 (Quantity: 100) Size: M8-1.25 | Length: 22mm | |

Does M8 mean 8mm?

M8 is the designation for a metric (M) sized bolt or screw that is 8mm (8) in diameter. This is roughly equivalent to a 5/16 bolt or screw.

What is an M8 screw in inches?

Table 3.
MetricClosest Inch
M8-1.255/16-18 (Smaller)
M10-1.53/8-16 (Smaller)
M12-1.751/2-13 (Larger)
M14-2.09/16-12 (Larger)

What size is M8 drill bit?

Metric Threads
ThreadDrill size for tapping standard metric threadsClearance hole
M43.34.5
M54.25.5
M656.6
M86.89

What does M8 mean?

M8 means “Mate.” The abbreviation M8 is an informal term of endearment for a friend. Most often used between men, M8 can also be a term of general acknowledgement. M8 uses the number 8 to replace the letters “ate.” Here are some other terms that make use of this efficiency: D8 (Date)

What socket is M8 bolt?

SOCKET SET SCREWS – METRIC
SizeKnurl & Cup Point DiameterHexagon Socket Size
M6-1.003.003.00
M8-1.254.004.00
M10-1.505.005.00
M12-1.756.006.00

How do I know what size my drill bit is?

Typical drill bits have markings somewhere on the shank above the threads. It’s small, but it usually has the drill-bit diameter stamped into the metal; the number is written in fractions. For example, the markings may read: 1/4-inch, 3/6-inch or 25/32.

What size are Rawl bolts?

Installation data
SizeM20
Thread diameterd20
Hole diameter in substrated032
Installation torqueTinst230
Min. hole depth in substrateh0140

What size bolt has a 36mm head?

Metric Hex Bolt Dimensions
NOMINAL SIZE (D)BODY DIAMETERHEAD THICKNESS
m3636.0023.38
m4242.0026.97
m4848.0031.07
m5656.0036.2
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What size is M9 nut?

1.25
Specifications: SAE/Metric: Metric. Thread Size: M9-1.25.

What size bolt has a 8mm head?

Metric Shoulder Bolt Dimensions
Shoulder Diameter (A)Thread (C)Head Height (F)
8mm6mm x 1.05.5mm
10mm8mm x 1.257mm
12mm10mm x 1.59mm
16mm12mm x 1.7511mm

What size is a m36 bolt?

Metric Hex Bolt Dimensions
NOMINAL SIZE (D)BODY DIAMETER
m2020.0019.67
m2424.0023.67
m3030.0029.67
m3636.0035.61

What does 8.8 mean on a bolt?

The grade 8.8 refers to the tensile strength which is generally 116,000 psi, grade 10.9 is generally 150,000 and grade 12.9 is generally 175,000 psi. Likewise, how strong is a grade 8.8 bolt?

What does M14 mean on a bolt?

Thread Pitch
Metric Bolt DiameterM6M14
Coarse Thread Pitch (mm)1.02.0
Fine Thread Pitch (mm).751.5
Extra Fine Thread (mm)

What size is M18 bolt?

Dimensions for DIN931 Hex Head Bolt
Diameter (d)PitchAcross Flats (s)
M162mm24mm
M182.5mm27mm
M202.5mm30mm
M222.5mm32mm

What diameter is M14?

Tap sizeBasic major dia (mm)Basic major dia (inch)
M12 x 1.2512mm.4724
M14 x 214mm.5512
M14 x 1.514mm.5512
M16 x 216mm.6299