Abstract of THREAD FORMING AND THREAD CUTTING TAPPING TAPPI NG

ASME 818.6.4
1998 SCREWS AND METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS SCREWS

IFI NOTES:
1. ASME 818.6.4 is a standard developed through the procedures of
the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. 818.6.4 is under
the jurisdiction of ASME Standards Committee 818 and is the di-
rect responsibility of its Subcommittee 6.
2. This abstract presents the dimensional. material and performance
requirements for tapping screws and metallic drive screws. It omits
those requirements dealing with inspection and quality assurance
and a listing of referenced standards. Type C, slotted 100 0 flat coun-
tersunk head and slotted hex (regular and large) have been omitted
because they are not recommended for new designs. Also, hole
size recommendations for tapping screws in various materials have
been omitted because the values are strictly for guidance and are
not necessarily optimum for any given set of application circum-
stances. All of the omitted information is contained in the appen-
dixes of 818.6.4 and, if needed, reference should be made to the
complete standard.
3. The following presentation of 818.6.4 has been extensively altered
editoriaUy to convenience the reader, however, no changes of any
kind have been made to any of the technical content. It is expected
that the changes included in Section I for machine screws, such as

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reference dimensions for recess width, diameter and depth, and
the addition of the square recess will be included in the next revi-
sion of this standard, see page /-1 .
4. This abstract of ASME 818.6.4-1998 is reprinted with the permis-
sion of its publisher, The American Society of Mechanical Engi-
neers, Three Park Avenue. New York, NY 10016-5990, U.S.A.

INTRODUCTORY NOTES wrench openings for hex head products, means

1.1 Scope
1.1 .1 This standard covers the complete gen-
eral and dimensional data for the various types
of slotted and recessed head tapping screws and
metallic drive screws recog nized as ~American
National Standard. ~ Also included are appen-
dixes which provide specifications and in struc-
tions for protrusion gaging of flat countersunk
head screws, across corners gaging of hex head
screws, penetration and wobble gaging of re-
cessed head screws, approximate hole sizes,
for determining effective grip lengths on screws,
documentation for screw types and head types
relegated to not-recommended or limited usage
status, and formulas on which dimensional data
are based. It shall be understood, however, that
where questions arise concerni ng acceptance
of products, the dimensions in the tables shall
govern over reca lculation by formu la.
1.1.2 The inclusion of dimensional data in this
standa rd is not intended to imply that all of the
products described are stock production sizes.
Consumers should consu lt with manufacturers
concerni ng the availability of products.

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1.2 Tapping Screw Head Types
The head types covered by this standard
and the appendixes include those commonly rec-
ognized as being applicable to tapping screws
and are enumerated and described in the fol-
lowing.
1.2.1 Flat Countersunk Head . Th e flat
countersunk head shall have a flat top surface
and a conical bearing surface with a head angle
for one design of approximately 82 deg and for
another design of approximately 100 deg. Di-
mensions for the 82 deg flat countersunk head
are given in Tables 10 and 11. In deference to
its limited usage and in the interest of curtailing
product varieties , the 100 deg flat countersunk
head is considered nonpreferred and the dimen-
sions are documented in Appendix VI.
1.2.2 Oval Countersunk Head. Th e ova l
countersunk head shall have a rounded top sur-
face and a conical bearing surface with a head
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angle of approximately 82 deg. Dimensions are
given in Tables 16 and 17.
1.2.3 Undercut Flat and Oval Countersunk
Heads. For short lengths, 82 deg flat and oval
countersunk head tapping screws shall have
heads undercut to 70% of normal side height to
afford greater length of thread on the screws.
Dimensions are given in Tables 12 and 13, and
18 and 19, respectively.
1.2.4 Flat and Oval Countersunk Trim
Heads. Flat and oval countersunk trim heads
shall be similar to the 82 deg flat and oval coun-
tersunk heads except that the size of head for a
given size screw is one (large trim head) or two
(small trim head) sizes smaller than the regular
flat and oval countersunk head size, and oval
countersunk trim heads shall have a definite ra-
dius where the curved top surface meets the
conical bearing surface. Trim heads are fur-
nished only in cross recessed head types. Di-
mensions are given in Tables 14 and 15, and 20
through 23, respectively.
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1.2.5 Pan Head. The slotted pan head shall
have a flat or slightly rounded top surface round-
ing into cylindrical sides and a flat bearing sur-
face. The recessed pan head shall have a
rounded top surface blending into cylindrical
sides and a flat bearing surface. Dimensions
are given in Tables 24 and 25.
1.2.6 Fillister Head. The fillister head shall
have a rounded top surface, cylindrical sides,
and a flat bearing surface. Dimensions are given
in Tables 26 and 27.
1.2.7 Hex Head. The hex head shall have a
flat or indented top surface, six flat sides, and a
flat bearing surface. Dimensions for regular and
large hex heads are given in Table 28. Because
the slotted hex head requires a secondary op-
eration that often results in burrs at the extrem-
ity of slot which interfere with socket wrench
engagement and the wrenching capability of the
hex far exceeds that of the slot, it is not recom-
mended for new design and the dimensions ac-
cordi ngly are given in Appendix VII.
1.2.8 Hex Washer Head. The hex washer
head shall have an indented top surface and six
flat sides formed integrally with a flat washer
which projects beyond the sides and provides a
flat bearing surface. Dimensions are given in
Table 29. Because the slotted hex washer head
requires a secondary operation that often results
in burrs at the extremity of slot which interfere
with socket wrench engagement and the wrench-
ing capability of the hex far exceeds that of the
slot in the indented head, it is not recommended
for new design and the dimensions are docu-
mented for reference purposes in Appendix H.
1.2.9 Truss Head. The truss head shall have
a low rounded top surface with a flat bearing
surface, the diameter of which for a given screw
size shall be larger than the diameter of the cor-
responding round head. In the interest of prod-
uct simplification and recognizing that the truss
head is an inherently weak design, it is not rec-
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ommended for new design and the dimensional
data is documented, for reference purposes in
Appendix F.
1.2.10 Round Head. The round head shall have
a semielliptical top surface and a flat bearing
surface. In recognition of superior slot driving
characteristics of pan head screws over round
head screws, and the overlap in the dimensions
of cross recessed pan heads and round heads,
it is recommended that pan head screws be used
in new designs and wherever possible substi-
tuted in existing designs. To expedite elimina-
tion of the necessity for perpetuating stocks of
finished products and tooling , it should be rec-
ognized that during the transition period manu-
facturers may, when it is agreeable to users,
substitute pan head where round head is speci-
fied. Dimensions are given for reference pur-
poses in Appendix G.
1.3 Screw Types and Application
Screws covered by this standard and the
appendixes include tapping screws of both the
thread forming and thread cutting varieties, and
metallic drive screws. The type deSignations,
descriptions, and applications are as follows .
(Former or alternative type designations are
documented for reference purposes in Table 1.)
1.3.1 Thread Forming Tapping Screws .
Thread forming tapping screws are generally for
application in materials where large internal
stresses are permissible , or desirable, to in-
crease resistance to loosening. They shall be
of the following types.
1.3.1.1 Type AB. Type AB tapping screws shall
have spaced threads, with same pitches as Type
B, and a gimlet point. They are primarily intended
for use in thin metal, resin impregnated plywood ,
and asbestos compositions . Type AB screws,
because they offer wider versatility of applica-
tion, are recommended over Type A screws.
Dimensions are given in Table 6.
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1.3.1.2Type B. Type 8 tapping screws shaU
have spaced threads and a blunt point with in-
complete entering threads. They are intended
for use in materials, such as thin metal, nonfer-
rous castings, plastics, resin impregnated ply_
wood, and asbestos compositions. Dimensions
are given in Table 7.
1.3.1.3 Type BP. Type BP tapping screws shall
have spaced threads the same as Type B, but
shall have a conical point extending beyond the
incomplete entering threads. They are intended
for piercing fabrics or in assemblies where holes
may be misaligned. Dimensions are given in
Table 7.
1.3.1.4 Type A. Type A tapping screws shall
have coarse spaced threads and a gimlet point.
They are primarily intended for use in thin metal ,
resin impregnated plywood, and asbestos com-
positions. Type A screws are not recommended
for new design and will be supplanted by Type
AB screws. Refer to Para. 1.3.1 .1. To expedite
elimination of the necessity for perpetuating
stocks of raw materials, tooling, and finished
products, it is recommended that Type AB
screws be used in all new deSigns and wher-
ever possible substituted for Type A screws in
existing designs. Dimensions are given for ref-
I
erence purposes in Appendix E.
1.3.1 .SType C. Type C tapping screws sha ll
have threads of machine screw diameter-pitch
combinations approximating Unified Form with
a blunt point and tapered incomplete entering
threads . Type C tapping screws are not subject
to thread gaging, but shall meet all dimensional
requirements specified herein. They are in-
tended for application where the use of a ma-
chine screw pitch thread is preferable to the use
of the spaced thread types of thread forming
screws, or where chips from machine screw pitch
thread cutting screws are objectionable. In view
of the declining use of Type C screws , which in
general require high driving torques, in favor of
more efficient designs of thread forming tapping
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Table 1 Type for Tapping Screws and Metallic Drive Screws

Pictorial Representation s ANSIJASME
Manufacturer's See
of Screw Types Standard
Desig nation Table/Appendix

~ AB
[Note [1)1
AB
[Note (1))
Table 6
page H-26

mumm B B
Table 7
page H-27

mnDIE> BP BP

mmmmmm BF BF
Table 8
page H-28

~ BT 25

0 1

I F

G G
F
Table 9
page H-29

T 23

A A
Apperx:lix E
(Note (2») (Note (2»)

C C
Appendix V
INote (3») [Note (3»)

Table 30
U U
page H-66

(1) Formerly designated "Type BA".

(2) See Paras. 1.3.1.1 and 1.3.1.4.
(3) See Para. 1.3.1.5.

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screws, they are not recommended for new de-
sign . Accordingly, the dimensions are docu-
mented in Appendix V.
1.3.2 Thread Cutting Tapping Screws .
Thread cutting tapping screws are generally for
application in materials where disruptive inter-
nal stresses are undesirable or where excessive
driving torques are encountered with thread
forming screws. They shall be of the following
types.
1.3.2.1 Types BF and BT. Types BF and BT
tapping screws shall have spaced threads with
a blunt point and tapered entering· threads , as
on Type 8, with one or more cutting edges and
chip cavities. The tapered threads of the Type
8F screw may be complete or incomplete at the
manufacturer's option; all other types shall have
incomplete tapered threads. These screws are
intended for use in plastics, asbestos, and other
similar compositions . Dimensions are given in
Table 8.
1.3.2.2 Types 0 , F, G, and T. Types D. F, G,
and T tapping screws shall have threads of ma-
chine screw diameter-pitch combinations ap-
proximating Unified Form with a blunt point and
tapered entering threads having one or more
cutting edges and chip cavities . The tapered
threads of the Type F screw may be complete or
incomplete at the manufacturer's option; all other
types shall have incomplete tapered threads .
Types D, F, G, and T tapping screws are not
subject to thread gaging, but shall meet dimen-
sions specified in Table 9. These screws are
intended for use in materials, such as aluminum,
zinc, and lead die castings; steel sheets and
shapes; cast iron; brass; plastics; etc.
1.3.3 Metallic Drive Screws. Metallic drive
screws are deSignated Type U. They shall have
multiple start threads of large helix angle with a
pilot point. These screws are intended for mak-
ing permanent fastenings in metals and plas-
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tics , when forced into the work under pressure.
Dimensions are given in Table 30, page H-66.
1.4 Assembly Considerations
The finish (plating or coating) on tapping
screws and the material composition and hard-
ness of the mating component are factors which
affect assembly torques in individual applica-
tions . Although the recommended hole sizes
shown in Appendix B were originally based on
the use of plain unfinished carbon steel screws,
experience has since proven that the specified
holes are also suitable for screws having most
types of commercial finishes. (IFI Note: Omit·
ted from this book; for hole size recommen-
dations, refer to the complete 818.6.4. Also
see An Introduction to Tapping Screws, page
H-11 .) However, it should be noted that, due to
various finishes providing different degrees of
lubricity, some adjustment of installation torques
may be necessary to suit individual applications.
Also , where exceptionally heavy finishes are in-
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volved or screws are to be assembled into ma-
terials of higher hardness, some deviation from
the specified hole sizes may be required to pro-
vide optimum assembly. The necessity and ex-
tent of such deviations can best be determined
by experiment in the particular assembly envi-
ronment.
1.5 Dimensions
All dimensions in this standard are given
in inches, unless stated otherwise.
1.6 Options
Options, where specified, shall be at the
discretion of the manufacturer, unless otherwise
agreed upon by the manufacturer and the pur-
chaser.
1.7 Responsibility for Modification
The manufacturer shall not be held re-
sponsible for malfunctions of product determined
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to be caused by plating or other modifications Screw, Steel, Chromium Plated

S640NE28TA8AM155NNJA 1
when such plating or modification is not accom-
plished under his control or direction. 0.375-16 le 1.50 Type D, Hex Washer Head Tapping
Screw, Steel
1.8 Terminology S640ND76TAK21155NNAA1 .

For definitions of terms relating to fas-
teners or features thereof used in this standard,
refer to ASME B1B.12, Glossary of Terms for
Mechanical Fasteners, page N-1.
1.9 Related Standards
It should be noted that standards for cap
screws, set screws, machine screws and ma-
chine screw nuts, wood screws, SEMS, wash-
ers, and other related fasteners are published
under separate cove r as li sted on the back
sheets of this standard. (See Sections I and J
of Ihis book.)
1.10 Designation
To promote uniformity and understand-
0.190·16 x 1.50 Type BP, Type 11 Cross Recessed Flat
Countersunk Head Tapping Screw.
Steel, Nickel Plated
5640 NC29TAA21155N NRA1
1.10.2 Metallic Drive Screws. Type U metal-
lic drive screws shall be designated by the fol-
lowing data in the sequence shown: nominal
size (number, fraction or decimal equivalent);
nominal length (fraction or decimal equivalent);
product name, including head type; material; pro-
tective finish, if required ; or, optionally, by ASM E
B18.24.1 PIN Code. See examples below:
10x5/16 Round Head Metallic Drive Screw. Steel
S640NG88TAA07155NNAA 1
0.315 x 0.50 Round Head Metallic Drive Screw. Sleel,
Zinc Plated

I ing in communications relating to products con-

forming to this standard, it is recommended they
be designated in accordance with the following .

1.10.1 Tapping Screws. Tapping screws shall

be designated by the following data in the se-
1.11
S640NG88TAG10155NNCF1

Comparison With ISO

This standard has no ISO counterpart.

quence shown: nominal size (number, fraction 1.12 Referenced Standards

or decimal equivalent); threads per inch; nomi-
nallength (fraction or decimal equivalent); point (Refer to the complete specification, see
type ; product name, including head type and page N-38.)
driving provision; material; protective finish, if
required ; or optionally by ASME 818.24.1 PIN 1.13 Inspection and Quality Assurance
Code. See examples below:
(Refer to the complete specification.)
1/4-14 x 1·1 {4 Type AB, Slotted Pan Head Tapping
Screw, Steel
5640NE97TAD19155NNAA 1 2. GENERALDATAFORTAPPINGSCREWS

6·32 x 3{4 Type T, Type lA Cross Recessed Pan

Head Tapping Screw. Corrosion Resis-
tant Steel
5640NF26TAS14439NNAB1
8·18 x 1{2 Type B, Type 1 Cross Recessed Small
Oval Countersunk Trim Head Tapping
2.1 Heads
2.1.1 Head Height. All dimensions pertaining
to head height specified in the dimensional tables
shall be measured parallel to the axis of screw,

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and those relating to the top of head shall repre-
sent a metal-ta-metal measurement. In other
words, any truncation of rounded head contours
due to the slot or recess shall not be considered
part of the head height.
Total or overall head heights shall be
measured from the top of the head to the plane
of the bearing surface for flat bearing surface
type heads, to the plane of the undercut for un-
dercut countersunk heads, and to the junction
of conical bearing surface with the basic screw
diameter for countersunk heads.
Head side heights shaH be measured
from the theoretical intersection of the top sur-
face of head with the head diameter to the plane
of the bearing surface for flat bearing surface
type heads, to the plane of the undercut for un-
dercut countersunk heads, and to the junction
of conical bearing surface with the basic screw
diameter for countersunk heads.
On countersunk heads, the junction of
conical bearing surface with the basic screw di-
ameter may not necessarily be the same as the
actual junction of head with shank. The head
height delineating the conical bearing surface is
a reference dimension.
2.1.2 Bearing Surface. The bearing surface
of flat bearing surface type tapping screw heads
shall be perpendicular to the axis of the screw
shanks within 2 deg.
2.1.3 Depth and Wobble of Recess. The
depth of recess in recessed head screws shall
be measured, parallel to the axis of screw, from
the intersection of the maximum diameter of the
recess with the head surface to the bottom of
the recess.
Recess penetration gaging depth values
are included in the respective dimensional tables,
and the method of gaging and speCifications for
gages are contained in Appendix Ill.
Recess wobble gages, gaging proce-
dures, and permissible limits are given in Ap-
pendix IV, page H-55.
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2.1.4 Depth of Slot. The deplh of slot in slot-
ted head scews sha ll be measured, parallel to
the axis of screw, from the top of the head to the
intersection of the bottom of the slot with the head
surface or bearing surface.
2.1 .5 Feature Positional Tolerances. The
positional relationship of the heads and driving
provisions of screws with respect to the shanks
of screws (formerly defined as eccentricity) shall
be as follows.
2.1.5.1 True Position of Head. Th e axis of the
head shall be located at true position relative to
the axis of the screw shank within a tolerance
zone having a diameter equivalent to 6 percent
of the specified maximum head diameter, or
maximum width across flats of hex and hex
washer heads, regardless of feature size.
2.1 .5.2 True Position of Recess. The recess
in cross recessed head tapping screws shall be
located at true position relative to the axis of the
screw shank within a tolerance zone having a
diameter equivalent to 12 percent of the basic
screw diameter or 0.030 in .. whichever is greater,
regardless of feature size.
2.1.5.3 True Position of Slot. The slot in slot-
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ted head tapping screws shall be located at true
position relative to the axis of the screw shank
within a tolerance zone having a diameter
equivalent to 12 percent of the basic screw di-
ameter or 0.020 in .. whichever is greater.
2.1.6 Underhead Fillets. Tapping screws shall
have a definite underhead fillet large enough to
ensure that full fastener strength is achieved.
The radius of the fillet under countersunk head
screws shall be no greater than 40 percent of
the basic screw diameter. The radius of the fil-
let under truss heads and number 6 sized pan
heads shall be no greater than 25 percent of the
basic screw diameter. The radius of the fillet
under all other head styles shall be no greater
than 15 percent of the basic screw diameter.
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2.2 Length
2.2.1 Measurement. The nominal length of
screw L shall be measured, parallel to the axis
of screw, from the extreme point to the plane of
the bearing surface for screws having perpen-
dicular bearing surface type heads, and to the
theoretical intersection of the top surface of head
with the head diameter for screws having coun-
tersunk type heads. For all oval heads, the over-
all length Lo shall be measured, parallel to the
axis of the screw, from the extreme point to the
top of the head, where Lo = L + C.
2.2.2 Tolerance on Length. The length toler-
ance shall apply to Lo for all oval heads, and to L
for all other head styles. The tolerance on the
length of tapping screws shall conform to the
following for the respective screw types.
2.2.2.1 Types AB, A, and BP. The tolerance on
length shall be as tabulated below:
I
NomInal Screw Length Tolerance on Length
Up to 1 in.• inel. ±0.03
Over 1 in. ± 0.05
2.2.2.2 Types B, BF, BT, C, 0 , F, G, and T. The
tolerance on length shall be as tabulated below.
Nominal Screw Length Tolerance on Length
Up to 3/4 in., ine!. - 0.03
Over 3/4 to 1·112 In., lnel. - 0.05
Over 1·1{2 in. -0.06
IFI Recommendation: Shank straightness
limits for tapping screws are not specified in
818.6.4. For suitable out-of-straightness lim-
its and a referee gaging procedure for check-
ing screw straightness, refer to IFI-138, page
/-57.
2.3 Threads and Points
The threads and paints applicable to
screws covered by this standard are generally
described under Para. 1.3. Types B, BP, BF,
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BT, e, D, F, G, and T tapping screws shall have
tapered entering threads from a diameter slightly
less than the thread minor diameter. Point taper
length is the length from the pointed end to the
first fully formed thread at major diameter as
determined by the distance that the point enters
into a cylindrical NOT GO major diameter ring
gage. For other details and dimensions, refer to
the tables covering the respective screw types.
2.4 Length of Thread
2.4.1 Tapping screws shall have thread lengths
conforming to the following .
2.4.1.1 Types AB, A, B, BF, BP, and BT. For
screws of nominal lengths equal to or shorter
than the nominal screw lengths listed in column
L of Table 2, the fuH form threads shall extend
close to the head such that the specified thread
minor diameter limits are maintained to within Y
distance from the underside of the head , or
closer if practicable. See Fig. 1. Screws of nomi-
nal lengths longer than those tabulated in col-
umn L shall , unless otherwise specified by the
purchaser, have a minimum length of full form
thread as shown in column LTof Table 2.
2.4.1.2 Types C, D, G, and T. For screws of
nominal lengths within the ranges listed under
the column Fully Threaded of Table 3, full form
threads shall extend to within the respective Y
max unthreaded length limits from the under-
90° HEAD SCREWS FLAT AND OVAL
COUNTERSUNK
HEAD SCREWS
Fig. 1 Types AB, A, B , BF, BP, and BT
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Tab le 2 Th read Lengths lor Types AB, A, purchaser, have a minimum length of full form
B , BF, BP, an d BT Tapping Screws thread as shown in column LT min.
Equal to or Longer Than
Shorter Than Nominal 2.4.1.3 Type F. For screws of nominal lengths
Nominal length l Length l within the ranges listed under the column Fully
Nominal
Nominal
Screw
Fully Partlally Threaded of Table 3, the full form threads shall
Screw Threaded Threaded
Sin length extend close to the head such that the specified
L Type Types AB, Types A, AB,
A B, BF, BP, B, BF, BP, and
thread major diameter limits are maintained to
O"~ and BT BT within the respective Y max unthreaded length
YMax Y Max L,.Min limits from the underside of the head, or closer,
if practicable. See Fig. 3. Screws of nominal
,
0 7116
9116
0.025
0.031
0.02 1
0.024
0.360
0.440 lengths longer than those tabulated under col-
2 5/8 0.031 0.031 0.520 umn Partially Threaded of Table 3 shall, unless
31'
,
3
13/16
0.036
0.042
0.036
0.042
0.590
0.670
otherwise specified by the purchaser, have a
minimum length of full form thread as shown in
5
6 ,
15/16 0.050
0.056
0.050
0.050
0.750
0 .830 column LTmin.
7 1-118 0.062 0.053 0.9 10
8 1-1f4 0.067 0.056 0.980

"" 1-318
, .5/8
0.083
0.091
0.062
0.071
...
1.140
1.300

" 1-3/4
1-13116
0.100
...
1.450

'"" 1-13116 0.100

0.071
...
' .500
1.500

" 1-13116 0.11 1

...
' .500

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5116 1-131t6 0.083 ' .500
20 1-718 0.111 ... ' .500
24 1-718 0.111 ... 1.500
3/8 1-718 ... 0.083 ' .500
7116 1-718 ... 0.100 90 0 HEAD SCREWS FLAT AND OVAL
' .500
,Q 1-718 ... COUNTERSUNK
See Notes , ,
0.100 1.500
2
HEAD SCREWS

NOTES:
(1) Tabulaled values are equal to 1 times the pitch length of Fig. 2 Types C, 0 , G, and T
the thread, rounded to three decimal places.
(2) Tabulated values through No. 14 size are equal to 6 times
the basic screw diameter, rounded to two decimal places.

side of the head, or close r, if practicable.

Unthreaded length Y represents the distance,
measured parallel to the axis of the screw, from
the underside of the head to the face of a
nonchamfered or noncounterbored thread ring
set to Class 3A GO limits. assembled by hand 90 0 HEAD SCREWS FLAT AND OVAL
as far as the thread will permit. See Fig. 2. COUNTERSUNK
HEAD SCREWS
Screws of nominal lengths longer than those
tabulated under column Partially Threaded of
Table 3 shall. unless otherwise specified by the Fig.3 Type F

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ASME B18.6.4
SCREWS SCREWS AND METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS 1998

Table 3 Thread Lengths for Types C, D, F, G, and T Tapping Screws

Fully Threaded Partially Thread ed
Unthreaded Length Unthreaded Length Full Fonn
Nominal For Nominal Under Hea d Fo r Nominal Threa d Length
Under Head
Screw Screw Screw Length s
Size Lengths Y Max Y Max Fo r Nominal
Equal to or Screw Le ngths L,. Mln
Shorter Than Coarse Fine Longer Equal to or Coarse fine
Longer Than
Thread Thread Than Shorter Than Threa d Thread
2 1/4 0,018 0.016 1/4 518 0.036 0.032 518 0.520
3 5116 0.021 0.018 511. 3/4 0.042 0.036 0.590
, 11132 0.025 0.021 11 /32 718 0.050 0.042
31'
718 0.670
5 318 0.025 0.023 3/8 1 0.050 0.046 1 0,750
•8
13132
1/2
0.031
0.031
0.025
0.028
13f32
1/2
H/16
1-3116
0.062
0.062
0.050
0.056
1-1/16
1-3/16
0.830
0.960
10 9/16 0.042 0.031 9/16 1-318 0.083 0.062 1-318 1.140
12 518 0.042 0.036 5J8 1-9116 0.083 0.071 1·9116 1.300
0.050 1-13116 0.100 0.071 1-13/16 1.500
"'
5/16
3/8
3/'
15/16
1·1f8
0.056
0.062
0.036
0.042
0.042
31'
15/16
1-1/8
1n/8
2
0.111
0.125
0.083
0.083
1-7f8
2
1.500
1.500
7/16 1-S116 0.071 0.050 1·5/16 2 0.143 0.100 2 1.500
1/2 1-112 0.077 0.050 1-112 2 0.154 0.100 2 1.500
See Notes 1 2 3
NOTES:
(1) Tabulated values are equal to 1 times the pitch length of the thread, round ed to three decimal places.
(2) Tabulated values are equal to 2 times the pitch length of the thread, rounded to three decimal places.
(3) Tabulated values through No. 12 size are equal to 6 times the basic screw diameter, rounded 10 two decimal places.

I 2,5 Diameter of Body

2.5.1 Tapping Screws. Except for trim head

styles, tapping screw body diameters shall con-
form to the following.
2.5.1.1 Types AB, A, B, BF, BP, and BT. The
diameter of body shall not be less than the mini-
mum minor diameter nor greater than the maxi-
mum major diameter of the thread.
2.5.1.2 Types C, 0 , F, G, and T. The diameter
of body shall not be less than the Class 2A thread
minimum pitch diameter nor greater than the
maximum major diameter of the thread .
2.5.2 Trim Head Tapping Screws. Flat and
oval countersunk trim head tapping screw body
diameters shall conform to the following .
minor diameter nor greater than the maximum
major diameter of the thread . Screws not
threaded to head shall have a 0.062 in. mini-
mum length shoulder under the head with diam-
eter limits as specified in the dimensional tables.
At manufacturer's option, the specified shoulder
diameter may extend the enti re length from the
head to the thread.
2.5.2.2 Types C, 0, F, G, and T. The diameter
of body shall not be less than the Class 2A thread
minimum pitch diameter nor greater than the
maximum major diameter of the thread. Screws
not threaded to head shall have a 0.062 in. mini-
mum length shoulder under the head with diam-
eter limits as specified in the dimensional tables.
2.6 Material and Heat Treatment

2.5.2.1 Types AB, A , B. BF. and BT. The diam- 2.6.1 Steel. Tapping screws are norma lly fab-
eter of body sha ll not be less than the minimum ricated from ca rbon steel of high quality, case

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1998 SCREWS AND METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS SCREWS

Table 4 Stand ard Test Plate Thicknesses and Ho le Sizes for Drive Test Inspection
of Tapping Screws
ThIckness Hole Size

Noml- TypeC Types D, F, G , and T

Types AB , A. B, Type s D , F, G, Types AB , e,
",I Type A
Screw
BP, and C and T and BP Coarse
Thread
FI'"
Thread
Coarse
Thread
Fine
Th read
s••
Gage Mu Min Mu Min
Drill
s••
Hole
01,
Drill
s••
Hole
01,
Drill
s._
Ho.
01,
Drill
Size D.
Ho. Drill
s ••
Ho.
01,
Drill
s ••
Hole
01,
1 18 0.0500 0 .0460 0.0800 0 .0760 '48 0.0760 .48 0.0160 .48 0 .0760 .48 0.0760 #4' 0.0730 .. , .. ,
3 18 0.0500 0 .0460 0.0960 0.0920 #46 0.0810 #46 0.0810 #44 0 .0860 #43 0.0890 #46 0.0810 .. , .. ,
1 18 0.0500 0.0460 0 .1110 0.1070 #4. 0.0860 #4. 0.0860 #41 0.0960 #40 0.0980 #41 0.0960 .. ,
5 18 0.0500 0.0460 0.1' 10 0.1070 .36 0.1065 436 0.1065 .35 0.1100 .35 0 .1100 437 0.1010 .. , .. ,
6 .31 lm 0. 1250 431 0 .1200 .. , .. ,
7
14
14
0.0770
0.0770
0.0730
0.0730
0.1425 0.1385
.. , '"
""
0.1160
0. 1285
#32
430
0.1160
0.1285 .. ,
0.1200
.. '

.26
.. , ,., .. ,
.. ,
,.,
..
8
10
14
lm
0 ,0770
0 .1210
0.0730
0 .1230
0. 1420 0.1380
0.1905 0.1845 '".21 0.1360
0.1590
42'
421
0.1360
0.1590 '" 0 .1440
41' 0.1660
0 .1470
11164 0 .1719 '"'" 0.1470
0.1730
'"
,

0.1770
410 0.1935 .. .. ,
12 lm 0.1270 0 .1230 0 .1905 0.1845 Y16 0 .1815 3/1S 0.1815 .11 0.1910
" 0 .1990 ,

14 lm 0.1270 0 .1230 .. , .. , 5.5 mm 0.2165 .. , .. , .. , .. , .. , .. ,

1/4 Y16 0.1905 0 .1845 0 .2530 0.2410 ... 5.5 mm 0.2165 m2 0.2188 1 0.2280 1 0.2280 A 0.2340
16 3/16 0.1905 0.1845 .. , .. , 8 0.2380 , .. , .. .., .. , .. , .. , .. , .. , ...
18 Y16 0.1905 0 ,1645 ,., .. , G 0.26 10 , .. .. , .., ,., .. , .. , ,. , ,., ,.,

5/16 Y16 0.1905 0 .1645 0 .3155 0.3095 ... I 0.2720 J 0.2110 L 02900 L 02900 M 0 .2950
2. Y16 0.1905 0.1845 , .. L 0.2900 , .. , .. .., ... ..,

24 3/16 0.1905 0 .1845 .. , , .. 11/32 0 .3438 .. , .. , ... .., .. , .. , .. , .. ,

3m 3/16 0.1905 0.1845 0.3780 0.3720 ... .. , 21164 0.3281 R 0.3390 11/32 0.3438 T 0.3580 T 0 .3580
1/16 Y16 0.1905 0 .1845 .. , .. , ... 13132 0.4062 ..'.. .. , .. , ... .., .. ,
.. , .. , ..

I
In Y16 0.1905 0.1845 ,., .. , .. , 15132 0.4688 , ... .., '

NOTE: Types BF and BT lapping screws are not subject to drive test requirements.

hardened to meet the performance requirements
set forth in these specifications. At the option of
the manufacturer, the steel shall be AISI 1016,
1018, 1019, 1021, 1022, or 1024, either killed or
capped but not rimmed.
2.6.2 Other Materials. Where so specified,
tapping screws may also be made from corro-
sion resistant steel, brass, monel, and aluminum
alloys. The materials and properties shall be as
mutually agreed upon between the manufacturer
and purchaser.
between the manufacturer and the purchaser.
However, where carbon steel screws are plated
or coated and subject to hydrogen embrittlement,
they shall be suitably treated subsequent to the
plating or coating operation to obviate such em-
brittlement.
2.8 Workmanship
Tapping screws shall be free from burrs ,
seams, laps, loose sca le, and other defects af-
fecting their serviceability.

2,7 Finishes 2,9 Performance Requirements and Tests

Unle ss otherwise speci fied , tapping
screws shall be supplied with a natural (as pro-
cessed) finish, un plated or uncoated. Where
corrosion preventative treatment is required,
screws shall be plated or coated as agreed upon
2.9.1 The suitability of the mechanical proper-
ties and thread formi ng characteri stics of car-
bon steel tapping screws shall be determined
by subjecting the screws to the applicable tests
specified. The drive test requirements shall ap-

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SCREWS AND METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS
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ply to Types AB , A, B, BP, C , D, F, G, and T

Abstract of
ASME B18.6.4
1998

plated subsequent to delivery to the purchaser,

tapping screws only. Other test requirements or where plating of screws is otherwise under
shall apply to all types of carbon steel tapping control of the purchaser, the screw manufacturer
screws only. Performance requirements for tap- shall not be held responsible for failures due to
ping screws made from other materials shall be plating .
subject to agreement between the manufacturer
and purchaser. 2.9.1.2 Torsional Strength Test. Screws shall
be securely clamped by suitable means, such
that the clamped portion of threads are not dam-
2.9.1.1 Drive Test. Screws shall be driven into
aged and that at least two full threads project
standard test plates as specified in Table 4. Test
above the clamping device , and that at least two
plates shall be prepared from half-hard low car-
full threads exclusive of point, flutes , or end slot,
bon cold rolled steel of the material gage or thick-
are held within the clamping device. (A blind
ness indicated, having a minimum hardness of
hole may be used in place of a threaded clamp-
Rockwell B70 (70 HRB), or equivalent. For plate
ing device, provided the hole depth is such as to
procurement purposes, it is suggested that the
ensure that breakage will occur beyond the point
hardness not exceed Rockwell B85 (85 HRB).
or the full length of the flutes or end slot. ) By
The test holes shall be drilled or punched and
means of a suitably calibrated torque measur-
redrilled or rearned to within plus or minus 0.001
ing device, torque shall be applied to the screw
in. of the nominal diameters specified .
until failure occurs. The torque required to cause
Thread forming types of tapping screws
failure shall equal or exceed the minimum value
shall, without deformation of their. own threads,
given in Table 5 for the type and size of screw
form a mating thread in the test plate until the

I
tapered threads of the point are completely
Table 5 Torsional Strength
through the test plate.
Requirements for Tapping Screws
Thread cutting types of tapping screws
shall , without deformation of their own threads , Minimum Torsional Strength, lb. - in.
Nominal
cut or form a mating thread in the test plate until
the tapered threads of the point are completely s._
Screw
Type A
Types AS,
e , 8F. BP,
and BT
Types C, D, F, G, and T

Coarse Fine
through the test plate. Thread Thread
The test hole sizes specified in Table 4 2 4 4 5 6
were predicated originally on the testing of plain 3 9 9 9 10
4 12 13 13 15
finish (uncoated or unplated) screws . Subse- 5 18 18 18 20
quent experience has shown these hole sizes to 6 24 24 23 27
be satisfactory for the testing of screws having 7 30 30 ... ...
most types of commercial finishes . However, 8 39 39 42 47
10 48 56 56 74
some finishes , heavy coatings in particular, al-
ter the performance characteristics of the screws. 12 83 ea 93 108
14 125 ... ...
Where screws with such finishes fail the test, 1/4 ... 142 140 179
they shall be stripped of plating , baked, lubri- 16 152 ...
cated with machine oil , and retested in the plain 18 196 ... ... ...
5116 ... 290 306 370
finish condition. If screws so tested pass the 20 250 .. . ...
test, it will be determined that they are accept-
24 492 ... ...
able, and the problem arising from the finish shall 318 590 560 710
be subject to resolution between the manufac- 7116 ... 620 700 820
turer and purchaser. In cases where screws are 1/2 ... 1020 1075 1285

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1998 SCREWS AND METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS
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Fig. 4 Typical Torsional Strength Test Fixture
being tested. A typical fixture for conducting
torsional strength tests on tapping screws is
depicted in Fig. 4.
2.9.1.3 Ductility Test. The sample screw shall
be inserted into a hole in a hardened 10 deg
wedge block, or other suitable device. Hole shall
be 0.020 to 0.040 in. larger than the nominal
screw diameter. An axial compressive load shall
be applied against the top of the screw head and
continued until the plane ofthe underhead bear-
ing surface is bent permanentry through 10 deg
with respect to a plane perpendicular to the axis
of the screw. This may be accomplished utiliz-
ing a hammer and applying a single or repeated
blows, as necessary, to achieve a permanent
bend. Head separation shall be cause for rejec-
tion .
2.9.1.4 Hydrogen Embrittlement Test. Plated
or coated screws shall be installed into a steel
test plate as specified in Table 4 with the head
of the screw seated against a standard steel flat
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washer for protruding style heads or against a
mating countersunk steel spacer for flat and oval
style head s. Additional washers should be used
under the bearing washer or spacer as neces-
sary to provide a minimum stack thickness cor-
responding to the maximum unthreaded length
on screws threaded full length. For longer
screws having an unthreaded shank portion, cold
rolled steel spacers. of a length which will en-
sure that full form thread engagement is main-
tained within the test plate thickness , shall be
used between the spacer or washer and the test
plate. The screws shall be tightened to a torque
equivalent to 80% of the failure torque deter-
mined by tightening five screws to failure (that is
screw breakage into two or more parts) and ob-
taining the average failure torque of the five
screws. The screws shall be allowed to remain
in this tightened state for a period of 24 hr. The
original embrittlement test torque shall then be
reapplied and the screws shall be disassembled
by the application of removal torque. There shall
be no evidence of failure of the screws .
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SCREWS
TYPE AB
ASME 818.6.4
1998

\:tIf-..-_ SlIGKT RADIUS

PERMISSIBLE
• 5"

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DETAIL O F
THREAD FORM

Table 6 Dimensions of Threads and Points for Type AB

Thread Forming Tapping Screws
D d L
Nominal Size Minimum Practical
or Basic Major Minor
Threads Nominal Screw
Screw per Inch
Diameter Diameter
Lengths
Diamete r
Max Min Max M!n
'0· Csk
Heads Heads
0 0.0600 48 0.060 0.054 0.036 0.033 1/8 5132

I 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
0.0730
0.0860
0 .0990
0.1120
0.1250
0.1380
0.1510
42
32
28
24
20
20
19
0.075
0.088
0.10 1
0.114
0 .130
0.139
0. 154
0.069
0.082
0.095
0.108
0.123
0.132
0.1 47
0.049
0.064
0.075
0.086
0.094
0.104
0.115
0.046
0.060
0.071
0.082
0.090
0.099
0 .109
5132
3116
3/16
7132
114
9132
5/16
3/16
7132
114
9132
5/16
11 /32
3/8
8 0.1640 18 0.166 0.159 0.122 0.116 5/16 318
10 0.1900 16 0.189 0.182 0.141 0.135 3/8 7/16
12 0.2160 1. 0.215 0.208 0 .164 0.157 7/16 21132
114 0.2500 14 0.246 0.237 0.192 0.185 1/2 19132
5116 0.3 125 12 0.315 0.306 0244 0.236 518 314
3/8 0.3750 12 0.380 0.371 0 .309 0.299 314 29132
7116 0.4375 10 0 .440 0.429 0 .359 0.349 7/8 1-1132
1/2 0.5000 10 0.504 0.493 0.423 0.413 1 1-5132
See Notes 3, 4
NOTES:
4 4 •
(1) No extrusion of excess metal beyond apex of the point resulting from thread rolling shall be permissible. A
slight rounding Cl( truncation of the point is desirable.
(2) The width of flat at Cfest of thread shall not exceed 0.004 in. for sizes up to and including No. 8, and 0.006
in. for larger sizes.
(3) Where specifying nominal size In decimals, zeros preceding decimal and In the fourth decimal place shall
be omitted.
(4) Sizes shown in boldface type are preferred.
(5) For determinin9 the effective grip length of Type AB screws, see Appendix D.
(6) For additional requirements, refer to page H-13.

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1998 TYPES B AND BP

t+ ~NOTE (1)

;[mmmDI TYPE B vt--,_ SLIGHT RADIUS

--L .. . PERMISSIBLE

NOTE (1)

f
D

+ DETAIL OF
THREAD FORM

Table 7 Dimensions of Threads and Points for Types B and BP

Thread Forming Tapping Screws
D d P S L
Nominal Size Minimum Practical No minal
or Bas ic Major Minor Point Point Taper Screw Lengths
Threads
Screw per Inch
Diameter Diameter Diameter Length
Type B Type BP

I
Diamet er
Max Min
90· Csk 90· Csk
Max Min Re' Max Min
Heads Heads Heads Heads

•
1
0.0600
0.0730
48
42
0.060 0.054 0.036 0.033
0.075 0.069 0.049 0.046
0.031
0.044
0.042
0.048
0.031
0.036
118
1/8
1/8
5132
5/32
311.
3/16
7132
2 0.0860 32 0.OB8 0.082 0.064 0.060 0 .058 0.062 0.047 5/32 3116 114 9132
3 0.0990 2. 0.101 0.095 0.075 0.071 0 .068 0.071 0.054 3/16 7132 9132 5116
4 0.1120 24 0 .1 14 0 .108 0.086 0.082 0.079 0.083 0.063 3116 114 5/16 11132
5 0.1250 2. 0.130 0. 123 0.094 0.090 0.087 0.100 0.075 7132 9132 11132 13/32
6 0 .1380 2. 0.139 0.132 0.104 0.099 0.095 0.100 0.075 114 9132 3/8 7/16
7 0.1510 19 0.154 0.147 0 .115 0.109 0.105 0.105 0.079 114 5116 13132 15132

,.•
12
0.1640
0.1900
0.2 160
1.
1.
14
0.166
0.189
0.215
0.159
0.182
0.208
0.122
0.141
0.164
0 .116
0.135
0.157
0.112
0 .130
0 .152
0.111
0.125
0.143
0.083
0.094
0.107
9132
5/16
11132
11132
3/.
7116
7/16
1/2
9/16
1/2
19132
21132
114 0.2500 14 0 .246 0 .237 0.192 0.185 0.179 0.143 0.107 3/8 1/2 21132 3/4
5/16
3/8
7116
1/2
0.3125
0.3750
0.4375
0.5000
,.
12
12

1.
0.315
0.380
0.440
0.504
0.306
0.371
0.4 29
0.493
0.244
0.309
0.359
0.423
0.236
0.299
0.349
0.4 13
0.230
0.293
0.343
0.407
0.167
0.167
0 .200
0.200
0 .125
0.125
0.150
0.150
15132
17132
51.
11/16
19132
11/16
25132
27132
27132
15116
1-118
31132
1-1/8
1-1/4
1-1/4 1-13132
See Notes 3 4
NOTES.
(1) Threads within point taper length shall have unfinished crests.
(2) The width of fiat at crest of thread shall not exceed 0.004 in. for sizes up to and including No. 8, and 0.006 in. for larger sizes.
(3) Where specifying nominal size in decimals. zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted .
(4) For determining the effective grip length of BP screws. see Appendix 0, page H--83.
(5) For additional requirements, refer to page H- 13.

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ASME B18.6.4
TYPES BF AND BT 1998

t
D
t U
nMBBm-' n
d
r+~ N~OT
..~
E (l) S

--±t U
t
Dd
·:-L..t
-.
P

~b".... SLIGHT RADIUS

- L .1 TYPE SF
- L .1 PERMISSIBLE

r+ a NOTE (l )

~ ~J
I __ L TYPEBT ..
DETAil OF
TH READ FORM

Table 8 Dimensions of Threads and Points for Types SF and ST

Thread Cutting Tapping Screws
D d P S L
Nominal Size Minimum Practical
or Bas ic Threads Major Mino r Point Point Taper
Dia mete r No minal Screw
S crew per Inch Dia meter Diameter Length
Length s
Diameter
M.. Min Max Min '0' Csk
Ref Max Min
Heads Heads
0

I
0.0600 48 0.060 0.054 0.036 0.033 0.03 1 0.042 0.031 118 118
1 0.0730 42 0.075 0.069 0.049 0.046 0.044 0.048 0.036 1/8 5132
2 0.0860 32 0.088 0.082 0.064 0.060 0.058 0.062 0.047 5132 3/16
3 0.0990 28 0.101 0.095 0.075 0.071 0.068 0.071 0.054 3/16 7/32
4 0.1120 24 0.114 0.108 0.086 0.082 0.079 0.083 0.063 3/16 1/4
5 0.1250 20 0.130 0. 123 0.094 0.090 0.087 0.100 0.075 7132 9132
6 0.1380 20 0.139 0.132 0.104 0.099 0.095 0. 100 0.075 1/4 9132
7 0.1510 19 0.154 0.147 0.115 0.109 0.105 0.105 0.079 1/4 5f16
8 0.1640 18 0.166 0.159 0.122 0.116 0.112 0. 111 0.083 9132 11 f32
10 0.1900 16 0.189 0.182 0.141 0.135 0.130 0.125 0.094 5/16 318
12 0.2160 14 0.2 15 0.208 0.164 0. 157 0.152 0 .143 0. 107 11132 7116
114 0.2500 14 0.246 0.237 0.192 0.185 0.179 0.143 0.107 318 1/2
5/16 0.3125 12 0.315 0.306 0.244 0.236 0.230 0. 167 0.125 15f32 19132
318 0.3750 12 0.380 0.371 0.309 0.299 0.293 0.167 0. 125 17f32 11/16
7116 0.4375 10 0.440 0.429 0.359 0.349 0.343 0.200 0.150 518 25132
1/2 0.5000 10 0.504 0.493 0.423 0.413 0.407 0.200 0.150 11 /16 27132
See Notes 3
NOTES.
(1 ) Points of screws shall be tapered and fluted or slotted as illustrated above for the respective types. The flu te on Type BT screws
shall have an included angle of 90° to 9S· and the thread cutting edge located above the a){is of screw. Tapered threads shall
have unfi nished crests, and the flu tes or slots shall extend through first full form thread beyond taper except for Type BF screws
on which tapered threads may be complete at manufacturer's option and flutes may be one pitch short of first full form thread.
Other details of taper and fl ute design shall be optional with manufacturer, provided the screws meet the specified performance
requirements.
(2) The width of flat at crest of thread shall not exceed 0.004 in. for sizes up to and including No. 8. and 0.006 in. for larger sizes.
(3) Where speCifying nominal size in decimals. zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(4) For additional requiremen ts, see Introductory Notes and General Data. page H---13 and page H-18.

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1998 TYPES 0, F, G, AND T SCREWS

--L --L
(1 )

Table 9 Dimensio ns of Threa ds and Points for Types 0 , F, G, and T

Thread Cutting Tapping Screws
0 p S L
Nom inal Sb:e Poin t Taper Length Determinant Minimum
or Basic Majo r Point
Threads Lengths for Pra ctica l No minal
Dia meter Diameter For Short Fo r long
Screw per Inc h Point Taper Screw Lengths
Screws Screws
Diamete r
Mox Min •• f Mox M', Mox Min ,,"
Heads
C,k
Hea ds
,,"
Heads
C,k
Heads
2 0.0860 56 0.0860 0.0613 0.068 0.062 0.045 0.080 0.062 5132 3116 5m 3/16
2 0.0860 64 0.0860 0.0816 0.070 0.055 0.039 0.070 0.055 1/8 3'16 1/8 5m
3
3

,,
0.0990
0.0990
0.1120
,.,.
'8
56
0.0990
0.0990
0.1120
0.0938
0.0942
0.1061
0.078
0.081
0.087
0.073
0.062
0.088
0.052
0.045
0.062
0.094
0.080
0.112
0.073
0.062
0.086
3116
5/32
7/32
7132
3116
114
5/32
5/32
3116
7132
3116
114

I
0.1120 '8 0.1120 0.1068 0.091 0.073 0.052 0.094 0.073 3/16 7/32 5/32 7132
5 0.1250 0.1250 0.1191 0.100 0.088 0.062 0.112 0.088 7132 9/32 3116 114
5 0.1250 44 0.1250 0.1195 0.102 0.080 0.057 0.102 0.080 3/16 114 311. 114
•• 0.1380
0.1380 ,.
32 0.1380
0.1380
0 .1312
0.1321
0 .107
0.113
0.109
0.088
0.078
0.062
0.14 1
0.112
0.109
0.088
114
7132
5116
9/32
114
3/16
5/16
1/,

•• 0.1640
0.1640
32
3.
0.1640
0.1640
0.1571
0.1577
0.132
0.136
0.109
0.097
0.078
0.069
0.141
0.125
0.109
0.097
1/'
7132
11/32
511.
1/,
7132
51'.
9/32
10 0.1900 24 0.1900 0.1818 0.148 0.146 0.104 0.188 0.146 11/32 7/16 51'. 13/32
10 0.1900 32 0.1900 0.1831 0.158 0.109 0.078 0.141 0.109 1/' 11/32 1/, 5/16
12 0.2160 24 0.2160 0.2078 0.174 0.146 0.104 0.188 0. 146 11 /32 7116 5/16 13/32
12 0.2160 28 0.2160 0.2085 0.180 0.125 0.089 0.161 0.125 51'. 13/32 9/32 3/6
114 0.2500 2. 0.2500 0.2408 0.200 0.175 0.125 0.225 0.175 13132 17/32 3/8 ' /2
114
5/16
0.2500
0.3125 ,.
2. 0.2500
0.3125
0.2425
0.3026
0.214
0.257
0.125
0.194
0.089
0.139
0.161
0.250
0.125
0.194
511.
'5/32
13132
19/32
9/32
7/16
3/8
9/16
5116 0.3125 24 0.3125 0.3042 0.271 0.146 0.104 0.188 0.146 11/32 15/32 511. 15/32
3/8 0.37SO 16 0.3750 0.3643 0.312 0.219 0.156 0.281 0.219 1/2 11/16 15132 5/8
3/8 0.3750 24 0.3750 0.3567 0.333 0.146 0.104 0.188 0.146 11/32 1/2 5/16 1/2
7/16 0.4375 14 0.4375 0.4258 0.366 0.250 0.179 0.321 0 .250 19/32 31' 9116 23132
7116 0.4375 2. 0.4375 0.4281 0.387 0.175 0.125 0.225 0.175 '3132 9/16 3/8 17/32
'/2 0.5000 13 0.5000 0.4876 0.423 0.269 0.192 0.346 0.269 5/8 25/32 19/32 3/,
' /2 0.5000 2. O.SOOO 0.4906 0.450 0.175 0.125 0.225 0 .175 '3132 9/16 3/8 17/32
See Notes 2 3 3 3
NOTES.
(1) Points of screws shall be tapered and fluted or slotted as illustrated above for the respective types. The flute on Type T screws shalt
ha ve an Included angle of 90' to 95' and the thread cutting edge located above the axis of screw. Tapered threads shall have unfinished
cresls, and the flutes or slots shall extend through the first full thread beyond taper except for Type F screws on which tapered threads
may be complete at manufacturer's option and flutes may be one pitch short of the first full form thread. Other details of taper and flute
design shall be optional with the manufacturer, provijded the screws meet the specified performance requirements .
(2) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(3) Screws of these nominal lengths and shorter shall have point taper lengths specified for short screws. longer lengths shall have point
taper lengths specified for long screws.
(4) For additional requirements , refer to Introductory Notes and General Data, page H- 13 and page H- 18.

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TAPPING SLOTTED FLAT COUNTERSUNK HEAD Abstract of
ASME 818.6.4
SCREWS
TAPPING SCREWS 1998

EDGE OF HEAD MAY £ A ~

f::' "T

_N~TE
BE ROUNDED OR FLAT

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80.

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1

PROTRUSION GAGE

Table 10 Dimens ions of Slotted Flat Counters unk Head Tapping Screws
L A H J T F G
Appli-
Nominal cable to These Lengths Protrusion
Size or Screw or Shorter
Head Head Slot Slo t Above
Basic Screw Types Diameter Heig ht Width Depth Gaging Gaging
are Undercut
Diameter Diameter Diameter

0
1
0.0600
0.0730
....
Code

......
Types Other
Symbols AB"A Types
3/16
3116
118
Max

0. 112 0.096
Min Ref Max Min Max

0.035 0.023 0.016 0.015 0.010 0.026 0.0 16

5132 0.137 0.120 0.043 0.026 0.019 0.019 0.012 0 .028 0.016
Min Max Min

0.078
0. 101
2
3
0.0860
0.0990 ......
......
3116
7/32
3/16
7/32
0.162 0.144
0.187 0. 167
0.051
0.059
0.03 1 0.023 0.023 0.015 0 .029 0.017
0.035 0.027 0.027 0.017 0.031 0.018
0.124
0.1 48
4
...... 1/4 1/4

....
0 .1120 0.212 0.191 0.067 0.039 0.031 0.030 0.020 0.032 0.0 19 0.172
5 0.1250
...... 1/4 114 0.237 0.215 0.075 0.043 0.035 0.034 0.022 0.034 0.020 0.196

I
6 0 .1380 5/16 5/16 0.262 0.238 0.083 0.048 0.039 0.038 0.024 0.036 0.02 1 0.220
7
8
0.1510
0.1640 ......
......
318
7116
3/8
7/16
0.287
0 .312
0.262
0.285
0.091
0.100
0.048
0.054
0.039
0.045
0.04 1
0.045
0.027
0.029
0.037
0.039
0.022
0.023
0.243
0.267
10 0.1900
...... 1/2 1/2 0.362 0.333 0.116 0.060 0.050 0.053 0.034 0.042 0.025 0.313
12
14
114
0.2160
0.2420
....••• 9/16
5/8
5/8
9/16
...
5/8
0.41 2
0.462
0.380
0.427
0 .132
0.148
0.067
0.075
0.056
0.064
0.060
0.068
0.075 0.064 0.070 0.046
0.039
0.044
0.045
0.049
0.027
0.029
0.362
0.41 0

....•
0.2500 0.477 0.442 0.153 0.050 0.029 0.424
16 0.2680 314 ... 0.512 0.475 0.164 0.075 0.064 0.075 0.049 0.052 0.031 0.457
18 0.2940 13116 ... 0.561 0.522 0.180 0.084 0.072 0.083 0.054 0 .055 0.033 0.505
5/16 0.3125 13/16 5/8 0.597 0.556 0.191 0.084 0.072 0.088 0.058 0.057 0.034 0.539

7116
20
24
318

1/2
0.3200
0.3720
0.3750
0.4375
0.5000
.....• 13116

...
. ..
. ..
1
...

5/8
314
3/4
0.611
0.711
0.717
0.760
0.815
0.569
0.664
0.670
0.715
0.765
0.196
0.228
0.230
0.223
0.223
0 .084
0.094
0.094
0.094
0 .106
0.072
0.081
0.081
0.081
0.091
0.090
0.105
0.106
0.103
0.103
0.059
0.069
0.070
0.066
0.065
0.058
0.065
0 .065
0.073
0.08 1
0.035
0.039
0.039
0.044
0.049
0.553
0.648
0.653
0.690
0.739
See Notes 2 1 3 4 5 5
NOTES.
(1) Applicable to screw types as indicaled by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions.
• Type AB thread fonn in9, see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread fonning , except for short lengths, see Appendix E .
... Types B and BP thread fonning, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H- 28.
• Type C thread fonning. see Appendix V; and Types 0 , F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(2) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(3) Screws of these lengths and shorter shall have undercut heads as shown in Table 12. Use Type AB undercut head screws in
place of Type A screws for these lengths and shorter.
(4) Tabulated values detennined from formula for H max, Appendix A.
(5) No tolerance for gaging diameter is given. If the gaging diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the protrusion
will be affected accordingly and the proper protrusion values must be recalculated using the fonnulas shown in Appendix I.
(6) For additional requirements, see Introductory Notes and General Data, page H-13 and page H-18.

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 TYPE I TYPE lA TYPE 11
-+j T

+-S:::+ M

N N
This type 01 recess has a large center opening, This type of rece ss has a large canter opening. This type of recess consists 01 two intersecting
tapered wings, and blunt bottom, with al! edges wide straight wings, and blunt bottom, with slots with parallel sides converging to a slightly
relieved or rounded, all edges relieved or rounded. truncated apex at bottom of recess.

Table 11 Dimensions of Cross Recessed Flat Countersunk Head Tapp ing Screws o
::0
Type I Type lA Type 11 o
Nominal
M T N Recess M T N Recess M T N Re cess
00
Size o r 00
B asic Screw Recess Recess Recess Driver Penetration Re c8SiS Recess Recess Driver Penetration Recess Recess Rece ss Drive r Penetra tion
Diameter 0 1. Oepth Width 5 •• Gaging Depth 01. Oepth Width Size Gaging Depth 0 1. Depth Width 5 •• GagIng Oepth :z:::O
R. f R.f R.f Mu Mlo R.f R. f R.f Mu Mlo R.f R.f R.f Mu Mlo mm
0.0600 0.014 0.018 0.037 0.021 »0
0
1 0.0730
0.062
0.070
0.035
0.043 0.015
0
0
0.036
0.044
0.020
0.028
0.062
0.070
0.036
0,044 0.018
0
0 0.045 0.029
0.078
0.092
0.036
0.048
0.021
0.024
(6)
(6)
(6)
(6) cm 00
2 0.0860 0.096 0.055 0.017 1 0.056 0.040 0.096 0.055 0.029 1 0.053 0.037 0 .114 0.060 0.027 0.040 0.029

,
3 0.0990 0.100 0.060 0.018 1 0.061 0.045 0.100 0.060 0.029 1 0.058 0.042 0.133 0.072 0.030 0.053 0.'041 );!oo
0.1120 0.122 0 .081 0.018 1 0.062 0.066 0.122 0.081 0.030 1 0.079 0.063 0.151 0.082 0.032 0.064 0.052 "'tJm
5 0.1250 0.148 0.074 0.027 2 0.075 0.052 0.148 0.077 0.041 2 0.071 0.053 0.169 0.094 0.035 0.077 0.064 "'tJC
6 0.1380 0.168 0.094 0.029 2 0.095 0.072 0.168 0.098 0.041 2 0.091 0.073 0.188 0.106 0.Q38 0.089 0.075 -"T1
7 0,1510 0.176 0.102 0.030 2 0.103 0.080 0.176 0.105 0.041 2 0.099 0.081 0.206 0.118 0.040 0 .101 0 .087 z ,
8
10
0.1640
0 .1900
0.182
0.198
0.110
0.124
0.030
0.032
2
2
0.110
0.125
0.087
0 .102
0.182
0 .198
0.112
0.127
0.041
0 .041
2
2
0.107
0.122
0.089
0.104
0.224
0.260
0 .124
0.148
0.043
0.048
Point
0.1 13
0.137
0 .099
0 .122
Cl»
oo'-t
Same
12 0 .2160 0 .262 0.144 0.035 3 0.139 0 .116 0.262 0.149 0.056 3 0 .136 0 .118 0 .297 0 .172 0.054 0 .162 0.145
14 0.2420 0 .276 0.160 0.036 3 0.154 0 .131 0.276 0.164 0.057 3 0.151 0.133 0.334 0.188 0.059
onal!
0 .186 0 .168 00
Drivers
3 ::00
1/4
16
0 .2500
0 .2680
0.276
0 .296
0 .160
0.180
0 .036
0 .039
3
3
0.154
0 .174
0 .131
0.151
0.276
0296
0.164
0 .184
0.057
0.057
,,
3
0.151
0 .171
0 .133
0.153
0.344
0.370
0.195
0.211
0.061
0.064
0.193
0 .210
0 . 176
0. 191 me
18 0.2940 0.358 0 .205 0 .061 4
, 0 .196 0 .174 0.358 0.211 0.086 0.193 0 .175 0.406 0.235 0.070 0 .234 0.215 :Ez
5/16
20
0.3125
0 .3200
0.358
0.372
0.205
0.219
0.061
0.062 ,, 0 .196
0.210
0 .174
0 .188
0.358
0.372
0.211
0.224
0.086
0 .086 , 0 .193
0.206
0 .175
0.188
0.432
0.442
0.252
0 .258
0 .074
0 .075
0.251
0 .258
0232
0.238
00-1
m
24 0 .3720 0.386 0 .234 0.065 0.225 0.203 0 .386 0.239 0.086 4 0.222 0.204 0 .515 0 .306 0.086 0.307 0.284 ::0
318
7116
0 .3750
0.4 375
0 .386
0.402
0 .234
0 .250
0.065
0.088
4
, 0.225
0.241
0 .203
0.219
0.386
0.402
0.239
0.256
0 .086
0.086
4
, 0.222
0.238
0.204
0.220
0.509
0 .554
0 .302
0 .332
0 .086
0.092
0 .303
0 .332
0.281
0.310
00
e
112 0.5000 0.4 18 0.265 0.069 4 0.256 0.234 0.418 0.271 0.086 4 0.253 0 .235 0.593 0.358 0 .098 0.359 0.335
z
"
5 ..
1 2,' 3 2,' 3 2, ' 3,5
Notes
NOTES:
(1) Where specifying nominal si ze in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Head dimensions not shown are the same as those o f slotted heads, Table 10, page H-30.
I (3) For penetra tion gaging, see Appendix Ill, page H-52.
I (4) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55.
(5) Not practical to gage sizes No. 0 and No. 1.
'"
-
~
(6) For additional requirements, see Introductory Noles and General Oala, page H-13 and page H-18.
 SLOTTED UNDERCUT FLAT COUNTERSUNK Abstract of
ASME B18.6.4
HEAD TAPPING SCREWS 1998

t=: ~;o :,1

EDGE OF HEAD

MAYBEF~T ~~~~
OR ROUNDED ~~~"::;;~~ftrT
LF
PROTRUSION
GAGE

Table 12 Dimensions of Slotted Undercut Flat Countersunk Head Tapping Screws

l A H J T F G
Applicable These
Nominal Protrusion
to Screw Lengths or Head Head
Size or Slot Slot Above
Types Gaging
Basic Screw Shorter Diameter Height Width Depth Gaging
Diameter are Undercut Diameter Clam-
eter
Code Type Othe,
Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min
Symbols AB Types
0 0.0600
.'."'.'"". 3{16 118 0.11 2 0.096 0.025 0.018 0.023 0.016 0.011 0.007 (5) (5) (5)

."'."'..
1 0.0730 3/16 5/32 0.137 0.120 0.031 0.023 0.026 0.019 0.014 0.009 (5) (5) (5)

I
2 0.0860 3/16 3116 0.162 0.144 0.036 0.028 0.031 0.023 0.0 16 0.0 11 0.029 0.017 0.124
3 0.0990 7/32 7132 0.187 0.167 0.042 0.033 0.035 0.027 0.0 19 0.012 0.031 0.018 0.148
4
5
6
0. 11 20
0.1250
0.1380 ."'.'". 1/4
1/4
5/16
1/4
1/4
5116
0 .212
0.237
0262
0. 191
0.215
0.238
0.047
0 .053
0 .059
0.038
0.043
0.048
0.039
0.043
0.048
0.031
0.035
0.039
0.022 0.014 0 .032 0.019
0.024 0.016 0.034 0.020
0.027 0.017 0.036 0.021
0.172
0.196
0220
7
B
10
12
0.1510
0.1640
0.1900
0.2160
."'.
."'."'."'...
3/B
7/16
1/2
9/16
318
7116
1/2
9/16
0.287 0.262 0.064 0.053 0.048 0.039 0.030 0.019 0.037 0.022
0.312 0.285 0.070 0.058 0 .054 0 .045 0.032 0.021 0.039 0.023
0.362 0.333 0.081 0.068 0.060 0.050 0.037 0.024 0.042 0.025
0.4 12 0.380 0.092 0.078 0.067 0.056 0.043 0.028 0.045 0.027
0.243
0.267
0.3 13
0.362
1/4 0.2500 518 5/B 0.477 0.442 0 .107 0.092 0.075 0.064 0.050 0.032 0.050 0.029 0.424
5/16 0.3125 13/16 5/B 0.597 0.556 0.134 0 .116 0.084 0.072 0.062 0.04 1 0.057 0.034 0.539
31B
7/16
0.3750
0.4375
"'. . ..
.. .
5/B
314
0.717
0.760
0.670
0.715
0.161
0.156
0. 140
0.133
0.094
0.094
0.081
0.081
0.075
0.072
0.049
0.045
0.065
0.073
0.039
0.044
0.653
0.690
1/2 0.5000 '"'"1 ... 3/4 0.8 15 0.765 0.156 0.130 0.106 0.091 0.072 0.046 0.081 0.049 0.739
See Notes 2 3 4, 5 4, 5
NOTES.
(1) Applicable to screw Iypes as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and
minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread formin9. see Table 6, page H-26.
• Types B and BP thread forming. see Table 7: and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 6. pages H-27 and H- 28.
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V: and Types D. F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(2) Where specifying nominal size In decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in th e fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(3) Screws of longer lengths shall have head heights as shown in Table 10, page H-30.
(4) No tolerance for gaging diameter is given. If the gagin9 diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the protrusion
will be affected accordingly and the proper protrusion values must be recalculated usin9 the formula s shown In Appendix I.
(5) Not practical to gage.
(6) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2, page H-16.

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-- ------ --
 TYPE I TYPE lA TYPE 11 ~l>
;:.,-
-JT ~ -JT ..... m!!!.
:g m iil
~ '" _ n

..."'-
, 0
= !" ~
= ,- ---'
N /' N
This type of recess has a large center opening, This type of recess has a large center opening, This type 01 recess consists ollwo Intersecting
tapered wings, and blunt bottom, with all edges wide straight wings, and blunt bottom. with slots with parallel sides converging 10 a slightly
relieved or rounded. all edges relieved or rounded. truncated apex at bottom of recess. 0
0 0
C;;o
Table 13 Dimensions of Cross Recessed Un dercut Flat Countersunk Head Tapping Screws
Zo
-I(/)
Type f Type lA Type 11
m(/)
;;0
Nominal
M T N Rece ss M T N M T N
(/);;0
Size or
Penetration
Recess
Penetration
Recess
Recess Re cess Recess Driver Penetration
cm
Basic Screw
Diameter
Re cess Recess Recess Driver
01. Oepth Width
Recoss Recess Recess Driver
s • • Gaging Depth 0 1. Oepth Wldlh S ize Gaging Depth 01. Depth Width Gaging Depth s •• zo
;,;;m
R. f Rof Rof Mu Mlo R.f R.f R.f Mu Mlo Rof R.f R.f Mu Min
:I:(/)
0 0.0600 0.062 0.035 0.014 0 0.036 0 .020 0.062 0.036 0.018 0 0.037 0.021 0.067 0.029 0.020 (5) (5) m(/)
1
2
0.0730
0.0860
0.Q70
0.088
0.043
0.048
0.015
0.017
0
1
0.044
0.049
0.028
0.033
0.070
0.088
0.044
0.048
0.018
0.028
0
1
0.045
0.046
0.029
0.030
0.062
0.100
0.039
0.050
0.022
0.025
(5)
0.030
(5)
0.020 >m
3 0.0990 0.096 0.055 0.018 1 0.056 0.040 0.096 0.055 0.029 1 0.053 0.037 0.111 0.058 0.026 0.038 0.027 cC
• 0.1120 0.110 0.070 0.018 1 0.071 0.055 0.1 10 0.070 0.029 1 0.068 0.052 0.129 0.070 0.029 0.050 0.038 c
5 0.1250
0.1380
0.122
0.140
0.081
0.066
0.016
0.025
1 0.082 0.066 0.122
0.140
0.081 0.030 1 0.079 0.063 0.147 0.080 0.032 0.062 0.050 >Z
6 2 0.067 0.044 0.069 0.040 2 0.063 0.045 0.161 0.068 0.034 P oint 0.071 0.059 "tiC
"tI m
7 0.1510 0.1 48 0.074 0.027 2 0.075 0.052 0.148 0.077 0.041 2 0.071 0.053 0.176 0.100 0.036 Same 0.083 0.069

•
10
0.1640
0.1900
0.168
0.182
0.094
0 .110
0.029
0.030
2
2
0.095
0.110
0.072
0.087
0.168
0.182
0.098
0.112
0.041
0.04 1
2
2
0.091
0.107
0.073
0.089
0.197
0.236
0 .112
0.132
0.039 on all 0.095
0.045 Drivers 0.121
0.082
0.107
-;;0
Zo
12 0.2160 0226 0.110 0.030 3 0.104 0.081 0.226 0.112 0.055 3 0.100 0.082 0.260 0.148 0.048 0 .137 0.122 G'>c
11. 02500 0.244 0.124 0.032 3 0.119 0.096 0.242 0.128 0.056 3 0.115 0.097 0.304 0.169 0.054 0.167 0.150 (/)-1
5/16
3m
0.3125
0.3750
0.310
0.358
0.157
0.205
0.053
0.061
•• 0.148
0.196
0.126
0.174
0 ,310
0.358
0.163
0.211
0.085
0.086
•• 0.145
0.193
0.127
0.175
0.381
0.453
0.218
0.266
0.066
0.077
0.218
0.266
0.198
0.244 0"1'1
;;or
•• ••
1/16 0.4375 0.386 0.234 0.065 0225 0,203 0.386 0.239 0,086 0,222 0.204 0.496 0.295 0.083 0.296 0.273
1/2 0.5000 0.402 0.252 0.068 0.241 0.219 0.402 0.256 0.086 0 .238 0.220 0.548 0.328 0.090 0.329 0.305
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1 2, 5
• 2, 5
• 2,5 3,' (/)
NOT ES .
(1) When specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and In the fourth decimal place shall be omitted,
(2) Head dimensions not shown are the same as those of slotted heads, Table 12, page H-32.
(3) Not practical to gage sizes No. 0 and No. 1.
I (4) For penetration gaging. see Appendix Ill, page H-52.
I (5) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55. ~);!
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TAPPING CROSS RECESSED FLAT COUNTERSUNK Abstract of

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SCREWS
TRIM HEAD TAPPING SCREWS

NOTE: FLAT COUNTERSUNK TRIM HEAD TAPPING SCREWS

ARE FURNISHED IN CROSS RECESSED HEADS ONLY.
ASME B18.6.4
1998

EDGE OF HEAD MAY BE

FLAT OR ROUNDED

BO' BO'
B2' B2'

\A£::J SHORT SCREWS SHOULDER FOR LONG SCREWS

PROTRUSION GAGE

WITH REDUCED BODY

Table 14 Dimensions of Cross Rece ssed Flat Countersunk Trim Head Tapping Screws
E A H F G

Nominal Size Shoulder

Applicable 10 Protrusion
or Basic Head Dia meter Hea d Head
Serew Types
Screw s., Type
Dia meter Height
Abov e Gaging
Diameter
Gaging
Diameter Qth" Diameter
A Type s
Cod e Symbols Min MI, M" MI, .of M" Min
4
5
0.,,20
0,1250
3
4 ......
•••• 0.105 0.106 0.187 0.167 0.052 0.031 0.Q18 0.148

I
0.11 8 0.119 0.212 0 ,191 0.060 0.032 0.019 0.172
6
6
0.1380
0.1380
4
5 .....
••••
......
0.131
0.131
0.131
0.131
0.212
0.237
0.191
0.215
0 .052
0.068
0.032
0.034
0.019
0.020
0.172
0.196
8
8
0.1640
0.1640
5
6 ......
......
0.157
0.157
0.157
0.157
0.237
0.262
0215
0.238
0.052
0.069
0.034
0.036
0.020
0 .021
0.196
0.220
10
12
12
0.1900
02160
0 .2160
8
8
10
......
......
0.183
0.209
0.209
0.181
0.207
0.207
0.312
0.312
0.362
0.285
0 .285
0.333
0.085
0.069
0 .101
0.039
0.039
0.042
0.023
0.023
0.025
0.267
0.267
0.313
14
14
0 .2420
0.2420
10
12
........
••
0.235
0.235
...
...
. ..
0.362
0.412
0.333
0.380
0.080
0.112
0.042
0.045
0 .025
0.027
0 .313
0.362

.......
114 0.2500 10 0.240 0.362 0.333 0.080 0.042 0.025 0.313
114 0.2500 12 ... 0.240 0.4 12 0 .380 0.112 0.045 0.027 0.362
5116 0.3125 12 ... 0.302 0.412 0.380 0.075 0.045 0.027 0.362
5116 0.3125 114 ... 0.302 0.477 0.442 0.116 0 .050 0 .029 0.424
3ffl 0.3750 5/16 ... 0.364 0.597 0.556 0.155 0.057 0 .034 0.539
See Notes 3 1 4 5 6 6
NOTES;
(1) Applicable to screw types as indica ted by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and
minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming, see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread forming, except for short lengths, see Appendix E .
... Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(2) Short screws are those threaded full length. R efer to Para . 2.4. 1 for applicable screw lengths, page H-20.
(3) Where specifying nomina l size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted .
(4) Maximum diameter shall not exceed minimum plus 0.011 in. for Type A screws, and basic screw diameter for all other screw
types.
(5) Tabulated values determined from formula for H max, Appendi)'; A , page H-59.
(6) No tolerance for gaging diameter is given. If the gaging diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the protrusion
will be affected accordingly and the proper protrusion values must be recalculated using the formulas shown in Appendix t, page
H- 50.
(7) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2, page H- 18.

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TYPE I TYPE lA TYPE 11 en".
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This type of recess has a large center opening. This type of recess has a large canter opening, This type of recess consists ollwo Intersecting
tapered wings, and blunt bottom, with all edges wide straight wings, and blunt bottom, with slots with parallel sides converging to a slightly
relieved or rounded. all edges relieved or rounded. truncated apex at bottom at recess. 0
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Tab le 15 Cross Recess Dimensions for Flat Co untersunk Trim Head Tapping Screws -fC/)
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Type I Ty pe lA Type 11 -;;tI
Nominal
Size or
M T N Recess M T N Reces s M T N Reces s
S:m
Basic Screw Recess Rece ss Recess Driver Penetration Recess Recess Recess Driver Penetration Re ces s Recess Re ce ss Driver Penetratio n :::to
Diameter 0 1, Depth Width 5 •• Gaging Depth 0 1. Depth Wid th Size Gag ing Depth 01. Depth Width 5• • Gag ing Dep th mm
;r>C/)
, R. f R.f R.I M.. Min R.I R.f R.f M.. MI" R.f R.I R.f M. . MI" oC/)
0.1120 0.100 0.060 0.Q18 1 0.061 0.045 0.100 0.060 0.029 1 0.058 0.042 0.133 0.072 0.030 0.053 0.041 m
5 0.1250
6 0.1380
0.122
0.122
0 .081
0.081
0.018
0.018
1
1
0.082 0.066
0.082 0.066
0.122
0.122
0.081
0.081
0.030
0.030
1
1
0.079 0.063
0.079 0.063
0.151
0.151
0.082
0.082
0.032
0.032
0.064
0.064
0.052
0.052 ~o
6 0.1380 0.148 0.074 0.027 2 0.075 0.052 0.148 0.077 0.041 2 0.071 0.053 0.169 0.094 0.035 0.077 0.064 "tJ"Tl
8 0.1640 0.158 0.084 0.029 2 0.085 0.062 0.158 0.088 0.041 2 0.081 0.063 0.169 0.094 0.035 0.077 0.064 "tJr
8 0.1640
10 0.1900
0.176
0.182
0.102
0.110
0.030
0.030
2
2
0.103 0.080
0.110 0.087
0.176
0.182
0.105
0.112
0.041
0.041
2
2
0.099 0.081
0.107 0.089
0.188
0.224
0.106
0.124
0.038
0.043
0.089
Point 0.113
0.075
0 .099
z~
12 0.2160 0.192 0.120 0.032 2 0.120 0.097 0 .192 0.122 0.041 2 0.117 0.099 0.224 0.124 0.043 5."" 0.113 0.099 Glo
12 0.2160 0.198 0.124 0.032 2 0.125 0.102 0.198 0.127 0.041 2 0.122 0.104 0.260 0.148 0.048 on all 0.137 0.122 c/)o
14 0.2420 0.198 0.124 0.032 2 0.125 0.102 0.198 0.127 0.041 2 0.122 0.104 0.260 0.148 0.048 Dri~rs 0.137 0.122 Oe
14 0.2420 0.262 0.144 0.035 3 0.139 0.116 0.262 0.149 0.056 3 0.136 0.118 0297 0.172 0.054 0.162 0.145 ;;tI z
114 0.2500 0.198 0.124 0.032 2 0.125 0.102 0.198 0.127 0.041 2 0.122 0.104 0.260 0.148 0.048 0.137 0.122 m-f
"' 0.2500 0.262 0.144 0.035 3 0.139 0.116 0.262 0.149 0.056 3 0.136 0.118 0.297 0.172 0 .054 0.162 0.145
::Em
5/16 0.3125 0.262 0.144 0.035 3 0.139 0.116 0.262 0.149 0.056 3 0.136 0.118 0.297 0.172 0.054 0.162 0.145
C/);;tI
5/16
3/8
0.3125
0.3750
0.276
0.358
0.160
0.205
0.036
0.061
3
4
0.154 0.131
0.196 0.174
0.276
0.358
0.164
0.211
0.057
0.086 ,
3 0.151
0.193
0.133
0.175
0.344
0.432
0.195
0.252
0.061
0.074
0.193
0.251
0.176
0.232
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5 ..
Notes
1 2.' 3 2. ' 3 2.' 3 z
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NOTES :
(1) Where specifying nominal size in decimals. zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Head dimensions are given in Table 14, page H-l4.
(3) For penetration gaging, see Appendix Il l, page H-52.
(4) For wobble gaging, see Appendix rv, page H-55.
I (5) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2 , page H-18.
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TAPPING SLOTTED OVAL COUNTERSUNK HEAD Abstract of

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SCREWS
TAPPING SCREWS .

T
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EDGE OF HEAD
MAY BE FLAT
EA A min
ASME 818.6.4
1998

OR ROUNDE"D"\~F;;;;;I=;;;;t:::1
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PROTRUSION
GAGE

Table 16 Dimens ions of Slotted Oval Countersunk Head Tapping Screws

L A H C 0 J T F G
Applj..
Nominal cable to These length s Protrusion
Head Head Total
Size o r Screw or Shorter Head S~I S~I Above
Side Crown Hea d Gaging
Basic Screw Types are Undercut Dia mete r Width Depth Gaging
Height Height Heig ht Diam-
DIameter Diameter
eter

.......
Code Types Oth.,

.......
Symbols AB & A Types M" MI" Rot Rot Rot M" Min M" MI" M" Min
0 0.0600 3116 118 0.112 0.096 0.035 0.021 0.056 0.023 0.016 0.030 0.025 0.047 0.031 0.078
• 0.0730 3/16 5132 0.137 0.120 0.043 0.025
2 0.0860
...... 3116 31•• 0.162 0.144 0.051 0.029
0."'"
0.080
0.026 0.019 0.038
0.031 0.023 0.045
0.031
0.037
0.053
0.058
0.035
0.039
0. 10 1
0.124

.+......
3 0.0990 7/32 7/32 0,187 0.167 0.059 0.033 0.092 0.035 0.027 0.052 0.043 0.064 0.044 0.148
4 0.1120
.... 114 114 0.212 0.191 0.067 0.104 0.039 0.031 0.059 0.049 0.069 0.048 0.172

....
0.037

.......
I
S 0.1250 114 114 0.237 0.215 0.075 0.041 0.116 0.043 0.035 0.067 0.055 0.075 0.053 0.19S
• 0.1380 5/16 5/16 0.262 0.238 0.083 0.045 0.128 0.048 0,039 0.074 0.060 0.080 0.057 0.220
7 0.1510
8 0.1640 ......
......
318
7116
318
7/16
0287 0.262
0.312 0.285
0.091
0.100
0.049
0.052
0.140 0.048
0.152 0.054 0.045
0.039 0 ,081 0.066 0.085
0,088 0.072 0,091 0.066
0.062 0243
0.267
to 0.1900
...... 1/2 ./2 0.362 0.333 0.1 16 0.060 0.176 0.060 0.050 0.103 0.084 0.102 0.075 0.313
.2 0.2160
t4 0.2420
114 0.2500 ....•
•
9/16
Sffi
Sffi
9/16
...
S/8
0.412 0.380
0.462 0.427
O.4n 0.442
0.132
0.148
0.153
0.068
0.076
0.079
0.200 0.067 0.056
0.224 0.075 0.064
0.232 0.075 0.064
0. 117 0.096 0.113 0.084
0.132 0.108 0.125 0.093
0.136 0.112 0.129 0.095
0.362
0.410
0.424
••
18
5/16
0.2680
0.2940
0.3125 ....•• 13/16
13/16
314 ...
...
SI8
0.512 0.475
0.561 0.522
0.597 0.556
0.164
0.180
0.191
0.084
0.092
0.099
0.248
0.272
0.290
0.075
0.084
0.084
0.064
0.072
0.072
0.146
0 .160
0.171
0.120
0. 132
0.141
0.136
0.147
0.155
0. 102
0.111
0.117
0.457
0.505
0.539
20 0.3200
24 0.3720
3/8 0.3750
7/16 0.4375
./2 0.5000
......• 13/16

... •
...
...
.. .
sre
314
314
0.611
0.711
0.717
0.760
0.815
0.569
0.664
0.670
0.715
0.765
0.196
0.226
0.230
0.223
0.223
0.100
0.11 6
0.117
0.122
0.131
0.296
0.344
0.347
0.345
0.354
0.084
0.094
0.094
0.094
0.106
0.072
0.061
0.061
0.081
0.091
0.175
0.204
0.206
0.2 10
0.2 16
0. 144
0.166
0.170
0.174
0.176
0.158
0.161
0.162
0.195
0.212
0.120
0.136
0.139
0.150
0.163
0.553
0.646
0.653
0.690
0.739
See Notes
NOTES:
• 4 S
• 7 7

( 1) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions.
• Type AB threao forming, see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread forming, except for short lengths, see Appendix E, page H-64 .
... Types B and BP thread forming , see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 6, pages H- 27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming , see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(2) See Para. 2.2. page H-20.
(3) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(4) Screws of these lengths and shorter shall have undercut heads, see Table 16. Use Type AB undercut head screws in place of Type A
screws for these lengths and shorter.
(5) Tabulated values determined from formula for H max, Appendix A. page H-59.
(6) Tabulated values determined from formula for 0 max, Appendix A, page H-59.
(7) No tolerance for gaging diameter is given. If the gaging diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the pl"otrusion will be
affected accordingly and the proper protrusioo values must be recalculated using the formulas shown in Appendix I. page H-50.
(8) For additional requirements , refer 10 Para. 2, page H- 18.

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 TYPE l TYPE lA TYPE 11

1T 1T 1 }>

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.0> 0-

This type of recess has a large center opening,

tapered wings, and blunt bottom. with all edges
relieved or rounded.
N
This type of recess has a large canter opening,
wide straIght wings, and blunt bottom, with
all edges relieved or rounded.
This type of recess consists of two Intersecting
...?'-
slots with parallel sides converging to a slightly
truncated apex at bottom 01 recess.

Table 17 Dimension s of Cross Rece ssed Oval Co unte rsu nk Head Screws C")
Nominal
;;0
Sin
o r Basle
Screw
Diameter
I~~~i;;;.;;;;j;~;;;to;;;;;jl
Code
Symbols
D:~" I
Size
Receu
PenetnUon
Ga91ng Depth ..
,
Rece ••
Penetration
Gaging Oepth
Drtve r
s ••
:I:;;O
0
en
en
0.015
0
0
0.038
0.041
0.020
0.023
0.068
0.070
0.040
0.043
0.016
0.018
0
0 0.043
0.024
0.027 0.092
0.036
0.048 0.024 mm
0.018 1 0.062 0.045 0.106 0.065 0.029 1 0.062 0.046 0.114 0.060 0.027 }oC")
crn
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Point
-oc
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on an
Ori"",rs

en r
C")C")
0,3200 •
•
0.394 0.233 0.066
•••
0.225
0.262
0.201
0238
0.394
0.430
024 2
0.2 79
0.086
0.087
•• 0.225
0.261
0.207
0.243
0442
0.515 0.306
0.075
0.086
0.258
0.307
0.238
0.284
;;00
me
'""
0.3720 0.430 0.270 0.072
0.3150
•• 0.404 0.245 0.068 0.237 0.213 OA04 0.253 0.086 • 0.235 0.217 0.509 0.302 0.086 0.303 0.281
:!!:z
7118 0.4315 •• 0.416 0.257 0.070
1
•• 0.249
0.263
0.225
0.239
0.416
0.430
0.265 0.066 • 0.247 0.229 0.554 0.332 0.092 0.332 0.310
en-l
3 2,5 • 2,5 • 2,5 ' ,6
m
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NOTES; en
(I) Applicable to screw types as indicaled by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions. e
• Type AB thread forming, see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread form ing, except for short lengths. see Appendix E, page H-64.
z
.to. Types B and BP thread form ing, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28. ~
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Tab le 9, page 1-1-29.
(2) Head dimensions not shown are the same as those of slotted heads. Table 16, page H-36.
(3) Where specifyin9 nominal size In decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(4) For penelration gaging, see Appendix Ill, page H-52.
I (5) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV. page 1-1-55.
I (6) Screw sizes No. 0 and No. 1 are impractical to gage.
~~
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ASME B18.6.4
HEAD TAPPING SCREWS 1998

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EDGE OF HEAD
MAY BE FLAT
OR ROUNDED

1+-- L PROTRUSION
GAGE
Co INote (2)]

Table 18 Dimensions of Slotted Undercut Oval Countersunk Head Tapping Screws

L A H C 0 J T F G
Appli-
cable to The se Protru sion
Nominal Head Head
Screw Len gths or Head Total Head Slot Slot Above
Size or Side Crown
Type s S horter Diameter Height Width Depth Gaging Gaging
Basic Screw Height Height Diam-
aTe Undercut Diameter
Diameter
eter

..........
Code Type 00"
Symbols AB Types
Mo> Min R. f R.f Mo> Min Mo> Min Mo> Min Mo> Min

,
0 0:0600 31' • '18 0.112 0.096 0.025 0.021 0.046 0.033 0.023 0,016 0.028 0.022 0.047 0.031 0,078
0.0730

.... 0.025 0.056 0.042 0.026 0.019 0.034 0.027 0.053 0.035

I
31' • 5132 0.137 0.120 0.031 0.101
2 0.0860

,3 0.0990
0.1120 ........ 31'.
7132
1/,
3116
7132
1/'
0.162 0.144
0.187 0.167
0.212 0.191
0.036
0.042
0.047
0.029 0.065 0.050 0.031 0.023 0 .040 0 .033 0.058 0.039
0.033 0.075 0.059 0.035 0.027 0.047 0 .038 0.064 0.044
0.037 0.084 0.067 0.039 0.031 0.053 0.043 0.069 0.048
0.124
0.148
0.172

...............
50.1250 1/' 1/' 0.237 0.215 0.053 0.041 0.094 0.076 0.043 0.035 0.059 0.048 0.075 0.053 0 .196
• 0.1380
7 0.1510
51'3/8. 5/16
318
0.262
0.287
0.238
0.262
0.059
0.064
0.045 0.104 0.084 0.048 0.039
0.049 0.113 0.093 0.048 0.039
0.065
0.071
0.053
0.059
0.080
0.085
0.057
0.062
0.220
0.243
8 0.1640 7/16 7/16 0.312 0.285 0.070 0.052 0.123 0.101 0.054 0.045 0.078 0.064 0.091 0.066 0.267

.............
10 0.1900 ,Q ,Q 0.362 0.333 0.081 0.060 0.142 0.118 0.060 0.050 0.090 0.074 0.102 0.075 0.313
12 0.2160 9/16 9/16 0.412 0.380 0.092 0.068 0.161 0.135 0.067 0.056 0.103 0.085 0.113 0.084 0.362
1/, 0.2500 518 5/8 0.477 0.442 0.107 0.079 0.186 0.158 0.075 0.064 0.119 0.098 0.129 0.095 0.424
5/,. 0.3125 13/16 518 0.597 0.556 0 .134 0.099 0.232 0.198 0.084 0.072 0.149 0.124 0. 155 0.117 0.539
3/8 0.3750 .. . 518 0.717 0.670 0.161 0.117 0.278 0.239 0.094 0 .081 0.179 0.149 0.182 0.139 0.653
7/16 0.4375
,Q 0.5000 .., ...
...
,
31' 0.760 0.715
31' 0.815 0.765
0.156
0.156
0.122
0.131
0.279
0.288
0.239
0.244
0.094
0 .106
0.081
0.091
0.184
0.204
0.154
0.169
0.195
0.212
0.150
0.163
0.690
0.739
See Notes 3
NOTES.
5 • •
(1 ) Applicable 10 screw Iypes as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum
practical screw lengths .
• Type AB thread forming. see Table 6, page H-26 .
.to. Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT th read cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G. and T th read cutting, see Table 9 , page H-29.
(2) See Para. 2.2, page H- 20.
(3) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and In the fourth decimal place shall be omitted,
(4) Longer lengths shall have head heights as shown in Table 16, page H- 36.
(5) Tabulated values determined from formula for H max, Appendix A, page H-59.
(6) No tolerance for gaging diameter is given. If the gaging diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the protrusion will be
affected accordingly and the proper protrusion values must be recalculated using the formulas shown in Appendix I, page H-50,
(7) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2 , page H-18.

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 TY PE I TYPE lA TYPE 11

N
This type of recess has a large center opening,
tapered wings, and blunt bottom, with all edges
relieved or rounded.
This type 01 recess has a large center opening,
wide straight wings, and blunt bottom, with
all edges relieved or rounded.
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/ 1----'
This type 01 recess consists of two intersecting
slots with parallel sioes converging to a slightly
truncated apex at bottom of recess.

Tab le 19 Dimen sions of Cross Recessed Un dercut Oval Countersunk Head Screws
Applica-
ble to
Type I Type lA Type fI o
Nominal Screw Recess 00
Size o r M T N M T N M T N C;:o
Basic Screw
Diameter Co de
Recess
Width
Size s., Gag ing
Dep th
Zo
-Icn
..........
mcn
;:0;:0
0
1
0.066
0.070
0.036
0.039
0.014
0.015
0
0
0.038
0.041
0.018
0.018
0
0
0.040
0.043
cn m
2 0.106 0.060 0.Q16 1 0.062 0.029 1 0.062 Co
4
5 ........... 0.152 0.073 0.028 2 0.041 2 0.074
Zm
"cn
:I:cn
6
7
8 ....
....
....
0.172
0 .176
0.186
0.092
0.098
0.107
0.030
0.030
2
2
0.115
0.041
0.041
0.041
2
2
2
0.093
0.099
0.108 0.090 0.197 0.112
mm
»C
10
12
114
5116
..... . 0.202
0 .264
0.284
0.374
0.125
0.140
0.160
0.214
0.132

0.223
0.041

0.086
2

4
0.125

0.205
0.107

0.187
0 .236

0.381
0.132

0.218 0.066
Cc
~Z
"tiC
m
3J8
7116 .... 0.394
0.404
0 .416
0.233
0.245
0.257
0.243
0.253
0.265
0.086
0.086
0.086
4
4
4
0.225
0.235
0.247
0.207
0.217
0.453
0.498
0.266
0.295
0.077
0.083
"tI
-;:0
zo
G'lc
3 2,5 4 2, 5 4 2, 5 4, 6 cn-l
NOTES : 00
~~
(1) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming, see Table 6, page H-26.
.... Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28 . ::Er-
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G. and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(2) Head dimensions not shown are the same as those of slotted heads, Table 18, page H-38.
en
(3) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decImal place shall be omitted.
(4) For penetration gaging, see Appendix 111, page H-52.
(5) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55.
(6) Not practicable to gage.
I (7) For additional requIrements, refer to Para. 2, page H-18.
I
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TAPPING OVAL COUNTERSUNK TRIM HEAD Abstract of

-
SCREWS

NOTE: OVAL COUNTERSUNK

TRIM HEAD TAPPING SCREWS
TAPPING SCREWS
EDGE OF HEAD MAY BE
FLAT OR ROUNDED
1-- - A ~
ASME B18.6.4
1998

A min---+1
-"""_..Lt
ARE FURNISHED IN CROSS
RECESSED HEADS ONLY. IF

h~:62 MIN PROTRUSION GAGE

NOTE (2I
J
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80·
82· J,-""'o--,_ _ _ _ _ _ - - '
-------'
>+-_ _S_
HO_R
_ TLSCREWS- I 0
I LONG SCREWS WITH REDUCED
\-+ BODY AND SHOULDER
i+--- - L. [NOTE [;-===:I I
-01

i + - - - --
L
L. (NOTE (311---..J

Table 20 Dimensions of Heads of Oval Countersun k Trim Head Tapping Screws

Long Screws Short Screws

Applicable
A H C 0
• E E
Nominal Size to Screw Shoulder Sho ulder
or B asic Head Head Head Total Diameter Diamete r
Ty pes Head Head
Screw Size S~. Crown Head
Diameter Rad ius
Diameter Height Height Height Type A
Ott", Type A Oth"

Mu
I
Types Type s
Code

.....
Symbols
Min • •f •• f ••f • •f Min Min Min
MI"
4 0.1120
5 0.1250
3
4 ......
......
0.187
0 .212
0.167
0.191
0.057
0.066
0.033
0.037
0.086
0.099
0.014
0.017
0.105
0.118
0.106
0.11 9
...
...
.. .
...
6 0.1380
6 0.1380
4
5 ......
......
0.212
0 .237
0. 191
0.215
0.058
0.075
0.037
0.041
0.091
0.1 12
0.017
0.0 19
0.131
0.131
0.131
0.131
...
... ...
8 0.1640
8 0.1640
5
6 ......
......
0.237
0.262
0.215
0.238
0.060
0.076
0.041
0 .045
0.096
0.117
0.019
0.021
0.157
0.157
0.157
0.157
...
...
...
...
10 0 .1900
12 0.2160
8
8 ......
......
0.312
0.3 12
0.285
0.285
0.094
0.078
0.076
0.076
0.141
0.125
0.025
0.025
0.183
0.209
0.18 1
0.207
...
...
...
...
...
...

............•
12 0.2 160 10 0.362 0.333 0 .111 0.060 0.166 0.029 0209 0.207
14 0.2420
14 02420
10
12
• 0.362
0.412
0.333
0.380
0.091
0.124
0.060
0.068
0.146
0.187
0.029
0.033
0.235
0.235
... ...
...
...

1/4 0.2500 10 0.362 0.333 0.091 0.060 0. 146 0.029 ... 0.240 .. . . ..
1/4 0.2500
5116 0.3125
5116 0.3125
3m 0.3750
12
12
1/4
5116
....... 0.412
0.4 12
0.477
0.597
0.380
0380
0.442
0.556
0.124
0.087
0.130
0.173
0.068
0.068
0.079
0.099
0.187
0 .150
0.202
0.265
0.033
0.033
0.038
0.048
.. .
...
...
...
0.240
0.302
0.302
0 .364
...
...
...
...
. ..
.. .
...
See Noms 1 2 5 5 4 3.4
NOTES.
(1) Where specifying nominal size In decimals. zeros preceding decimal and In the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum
pradical screw tengths.
• Type AB thread fOffiling . see Table 6. page H-26.
• Type A thread forming , except fOf short lengths, see Appendix E. page H-64 .
... Types B and BP thread forming. see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting. see Table 8. pages H-27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming . see Appendix V; and Types D. F. G. and T thread cutting. see Table 9. page H-29.
(3) Shor1 screws are those threaded full length. refer to Para. 2.4 . t for applicable screw lengths.
(4) Maximum diameter shall not exceed minimum plus 0.11 in. for Type A screws. and basic screw diameter for all other screw types.
(5) Tabulated values for Hand 0 determined from formula , Appendix A. page H-59.

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TYPE I

, t
- ~3 T .-
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~
3:C"
=" ~
m~
'"
:;-
"-
~
~ - -"
\/ - '" CD A1
(Q
"'~n
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. 0 -
'" N !"-
~ This type of recess has a large center opening,
tapered wings, and blunt bo"om, with an edges
"-

~ relieved or rounded.
'" 0
in 0
~
~ Ta ble 21 Dimension s of Type I Cross Recessed Oval Cou ntersun k Trim Head Tapping Screw s : c:
~ l o ng Screw s with Shoulder and Short Sc rew s
:;- Z
Typ e I Long Screws with Shoulder Type I Short Screw s -f
'" Appllca-
m
~ Nominal
ble to
Screw
M T N
Reces s
F G M T N F G ,;J~
Size or Head
Type s
Reces s Rece ss Recess Driver Penetration
ProtJu slon
Rec ess
Recess Recess Recess Driver Penetratio n
Protru s ion en m
"l:J
Bas ic Screw Size
c:
Diameter
Cod e
Symbols
0 1. Depth Width Size Gaging Depth Abo ve
Gag ing Ola
Gaging
01.
01. Depth Width s • • Gaging Depth Above Gaging
Gaging Dla 0 1. Z -
,, ......
0
" 0en
MI, MI,
, R. f Rof Rof Mo< Mo< Rof Rof Rof Mo< Mln Mo> MI,
0.1120
5 0.1250
3
......
......
0.118
0.130
0.072
0.086
0.019
0.019
1
1
0.074
0.087
0.057
0.070
0.064
0.069
0.044
0.048
0.148
0.172
0.118
0.130
0.072
0.086
0.019
0.019
1
1
0.074
0.087
0.057
0.070
0.064
0.069
0.044
0.048
0.148
0.172
-f ,;J
6 0.1380
6 0.1380 5 ....... .
...
0.130
0.162
0.086
0.084
0.019
0.028 2
1 0.087
0.085
0.070
0.061
0.069
0.075
0.048
0.053
0.172
0.196
0.130
0.152
0.086
0.073
0.019
0.028
1
2
0.087
0.074
0.070
0.050
0.069
0.075
0.048
0.053
0.172
0.196
;:!!
s: en
,
B 0.1640
0.1640
5
6 ... ..
......
0.162
0.188
0.084
0.108
0.028
0.031
2
2
0.085
0.110
0.061
0.085
0.075
0.080
0.053
0.057
0.196
0.220
0.152
0.172
0.073
0.092
0.028
0.030
2
2
0.074
0.094
0.050
0.069
0.075
0.080
0.053
0.057
0.196
0.220
:r
mm
,;J
10
12
12
0.1900
0.2160
0.2160
B
B
10
......
......
0.200
0.200
0.214
0.122
0.122
0.136
0.031
0.031
0.033
2
2
2
0.124
0.124
0.137
0.099
0.099
0.112
0.091
0.091
0.102
0.066
0.066
0.075
0.267
0.267
0.313
0.186
0.186
0.202
0.107
0.107
0.125
0.031
0.031
0.033
2
2
2
0.108
0.108
0.126
0.084
0.084
0.102
0.091
0 .091
0.102
0.066
0.066
0.075
0 .267
0.267
0.333
> 0
C m
en
.".."..
•
~
14 02420 10 0.214 0.136 0.033 2 0.137 0.112 0.102 0.Q75 0.313 0.202 0.125 0.033 2 0.126 0.102 0.102 0.075 0.333
• en
."
14 0.2420 12 0.264 0.140 0.038 3 0.135 0.111 0.113 0.084 0.362 0264 0.140 0.038 3 0.135 0.11 1 0.133 0.084 0.362
1/' 0.2500 10 0.214 0.136 0.033 2 0.137 0.112 0.102 0.075 0.313 0.202 0.125 0.033 2 0.126 0.102 0.102 0.075 0.313 "l:J m
1/,
5116
5/16
0.2500
0.3125
0.3125
12
12
1/'
0.264
0.264
0.284
0.140
0.140
0.160
0.038
0.038
0.040
3
3
,
3
0.135
0.135
0.156
0.111
0.1 11
0.131
0.113
0.113
0.129
0.084
0.084
0.095
0.362
0.362
0.424
0.264
0.264
0.284
0.140
0.140
0.160
0.038
0.038
0.040
3
3
,
3
0.135
0.135
0.156
0.111
0.111
0.131
0.113
0.113
0.129
0.084
0.084
0.095
0.362
0.362
0.424
-Z
"l:J C
0
en r~
3/8 0.3750 5/16
s ..
". 0.384 0.226 0.065 0.218 0.194 0.155 0.117 0.539 0.384 0.226 0.065 0.218 0.194 0.155 0. 117 0.539 (i)
1 2 4. 5,7 6 3 3 4,5,7 6 3 3
No~'
0
NOTES; ,;J
(1) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zaros j>feceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shan be omiHed,
(2) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum practical screw lengths.
m
•• Type AB thread forming , see Table 6, page H-26. ::E
Type A thread form ing, except for short lengths, see Appendix E, page H-64.
... Types B and BP thread forming , sea Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cu"ing, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H- 28.
en
I
• Type C thread fOml lng, see Appendix V: and Types 0, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(3) No tolerance for gaging diameter is 9iven. If the ga9ing diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the protrusion will be affected accordingly and the proper protrusion
values must be recalculated using the formulas shown In Appendix I. page H-5O,
I (4) Short screws are those threaded full length. Refer to Para. 2.4,1 for applicable screw lengths. ~ ~
"' (5) Head dimensions are given In Table 20, page H-40, "=:;:z
m ""

-
~

(6) For penetrailon gaging, see Appendix Ill, page H-S2.

(7) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55. w'"
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I
'""'" ..j.

ill
TYPE lA

\ +!
- T I-

'1
~~
en'"

~r :---' 0
or- Jt 0
C
This type J recess h~sNa large center opening. Z
-I
wide straight wings, and blunt bottom, with
all edges relieved or rounded.
m~
;;0 "ll
en
Tab le 22 Dimensions of Type lA Cross Recessed Oval Counters unk Trim Head Tapping Screw s: c m -
Lo ng Screw s with Shou lder and Short Screws Z »
NomInal
Appllea-
bla to M T
For long Screws with Shoulder
N F G M T N
For Short Screws
F G
'" 00
-I ;;0
;;0
Size or Head
Basic Screw Sl:z.e
Screw
Types
Recess Rece ss Re cess Driver
Reces.
Penetration Protrusion
Above
Recess Recess Recess Driver Penetration
Recess
Protru s ion - en
s::
Diameter
Code
01. Oepth Width s •• Gaging Depth
Gaging Oia
Gaging
01.
01. Depth Width s •• Gaging Depth
Above
Gaging Dla
Gaging
01. en
:J: ;;0
Symbols

,, ...
....... .
, R.f R.f R.f Mu MI. Mu MI. R.f R.f R.f Mu MI. Mu Min m m
0.1120 3 0.118 0.077 0.030 1 0.074 0.058 0.064 0.044 0.148 0.118 0.077 0,030 1 0.074 0.058 0064 0.044 0.148 »
5
6
0.1250
0.1380 ... ..
......
0.130
0.130
0.089
0.089
0.030
0.030
1
1
0.086
0.086
0.070
0.070
0.069 0.048 0.172
0.069 0.048 0.172
0.130
0.130
0.089
0.089
0.030
0.030
1
1
0.086
0.086
0.070
0.070
0.069
0.069
0.048
0.048
0.172
0.172
0 0
en
m
... .. .. ~ en
6 0.1380 5 0.162 0.091 0.041 2 0.084 0.066 0.075 0.053 0.196 0.152 0.080 0.04 1 2 0.074 0.056 0.075 0.053 0.196
8
8
0.1640
0.1640
5
6 ...
......
0.162
0.188
0.091
0.117
0.041
0.041
2
2
0.084
0.109
0.066
0.091
0.075
0.080
0.053
0.057
0.196
0.220
0.152
0.172
0.080
0.100
0.041
0.041
2
2
0.074
0.093
0.058
0.075
0.075
0.080
0.053
0.057
0.196
0.220 "ll m
10
12
12
0.1900
0.2160
0.2160
8
8
10
......
......
0.200
0.200
0.214
0. 130
0.130
0.143
0.041
0.041
0.041
2
2
2
0.122
0.122
0.136
0.104
0.104
0.118
0.091
0.091
0.102
0.066
0 .066
0.075
0.267
0.267
0.313
0.186
0. 186
0.202
0.115
0.115
0.132
0.041
0.041
0.041
2
2
2
0.108
0.108
0.125
0.090
0.090
0.107
0.091
0.091
0. 102
0.066
0.066
0.075
0.267
0.267
0.313
-Z
"ll 0

G') 0
....
@
• en ~
14 0.2420 10 0.214 0.143 0.041 2 0.136 0.118 0.102 0.075 0.313 0.202 0.132 0.04 1 2 0.125 0. 107 0.102 0 .075 0.313
'"<><>
s'"
14
114
114
0.2420
0.2500
0.2500
12
10
12 ....... .
....
• 0.264
0.214
0264
0.148
0.143
0.148
0.056
0.041
0.056
3
2
3
0.135
0.136
0.135
0.117
0.118
0. 117
0.113
0.102
0.1 13
0.084
0.075
0.084
0.362
0.313
0.362
0.264
0.202
0.264
0.148
0.132
0.148
0.056
0.041
0.056
3
2
3
0.135
0.125
0.135
0.117
0.1 07
0.117
0.11 3
0 .102
0.113
0.084
0.075
0.084
0.362
0.313
0.362
0 r
;;0
~
~

~
-
"-

;r
5/16
5116
3/8
s..
No~,
0.3125 12
0.3125 1/'
0.3750 5116

1
...
2
0.264
0.284
0.384
0.148
0.168
0.232
4,5,7
0.056
0.057
0.086
3
,
3
0.135
0.155
0.215
6
0. 117
0.137
0.197
0.1 13
0.129
0.155

3
0.084
0.095
0.117
0.362
0.424
0.539

3
0.264
0.284
0.384
0.148
0.168
0.232
4 ,5,7
0.056
0.057
0.086
3
,
3
0.135
0.155
0.215

6
0. 117
0.137
0.197
0.113
0.129
0.155

3
0.084
0.095
0.117
0.362
0 .424
0.539

3
m
:E
en
~
NOTES:
i> (1) Where specifying nominal slze in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted. /;; »
"'01" (2) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum practical screw lengths.
.... 3:""
m ~
S •• Type AB thread forming , see Table 6, page H-26.
Type A thread forming, except for short lengths, see Appendix E, page H-64. :g tD ~
~
... Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7; a nd Types BF and BT th read cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28. '" ~ n
."' 0~
~ •
i>
'-"
Type C thread fom1ing , see Appendi x V; a nd Types 0 , F, G, and T thread rutting. see Table 9. page H-29.
(3) No tolera nce for gaging diameter is given. If the gaging diameter of the gage used differs from ta bulated va lue, the protrusion will be affected accordingly and the proper protrusion
va lues must be recalcula ted using the formulas shown in Appendix I, page H-SO.
...
?' ~

(4) Short screws a re those th readed full length. Refer to Para. 2.4.1 for applicable screw lengths.
(5) Head dimensions are given in Ta ble 20, page 1-1-40.
(6) For penetration gaging, see Appendix Ill, page H-52.
(7) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55.
 Abstract of
TYPE 11 CROSS RECESSED OVAL TAPPING

-
ASME 818.6.4
1998 COUNTERSUNK TRIM HEAD TAPPING SCREWS SCREWS

TYPE 11

N
This type of recess consists of two intersecting
slots with paral!el sides converging to a slightly
truncated apex at bottom of recess.

Table 23 Dimensions of Type 11 Cross Recessed Oval Countersunk

Trim Head Tapping Screws
Appli- M T N F G
Recess
Nominal Size cable to Protrusion
Screw Recess Recess Recess Penetration
or B asic Head Driver Gaging Depth Above Gaging
Types Dla Depth Width Gaging
Screw Size Size Diameter
Diameter Diameter
Code
ReI ReI ReI Max Min Max Min
Symbols
4 0.11 20 3 •••• 0.133 0.072 0.030 0.053 0.041 0.064 0.044 0.148
5 0.1250
6 0.1380
4
4
••••
••••
0.151 0.082 0.032 0.064 0.052 0.069 0.048 0.172

I
0.151 0.082 0.032 0.064 0.052 0.069 0.048 0.172
6 0.1380 5 •••• 0.169 0.094 0.035 0.077 0.064 0.075 0.053 0.196
8
8
0.1640
0.1640
5
6
••••
••••
0.169
0.188
0.094
0.106
0.035
0.038
0.077
0.089
0.064
0.075
0.075
0.080
0.053
0.057
0.196
0.220
10
12
0.1900
0.2160
8
8
••••
••••
0.224
0.224
0.124
0.124
0.043
0.043
Poi ....
Same
0.113
0. 113
0.099
0.099
0.091
0.091
0.066
0.066
0.267
0.267
12 0.2160 10 •••• 0.260 0.148 0.048 on all 0.137 0.122 0. 102 0.075 0.313
14
14
1/4
0.2420
0.2420
0.2500
10
12
10 ....
••
....
....
0.260
0.297
0.260
0.148
0.172
0.148
0.048
0.054
0.048
Drivers 0.137
0.162
0.137
0.122
0.145
0.122
0.102
0.11 3
0. 102
0.075
0.084
0.075
0.313
0.362
0.313
1/4
5f16
5f16
3/8
0.2500
0.3125
0.3125
0.3750
12
12
1/4
5f16
....... 0.297
0.297
0.344
0.432
0.172
0.172
0.195
0.252
0.054
0.054
0.061
0.074
0.162
0.162
0.193
0.251
0.145
0.145
0.176
0.232
0.113
0.113
0.129
0.155
0.084
0.084
0.095
0.11 7
0.362
0.362
0.424
0.539
See Notes 1 2 4.6 5 3 3
NOTES.
(1) Where specifying nominal size in dedma!s. zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and
minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming , see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread forming, except for short lengths. see Appendix E, page H-64 .
... Types 8 and BP thread forming, see Table 7; and Types SF and ST thread cutting , see Table 8, pages H-27 and H- 28.
• Type C thread forming . see Appendix V: and Types D. F. G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(3) No tolerance for gaging diameter is given. If the gaging diameter of the gage used differs from tabulated value, the protrusion
will be affected accordingly and the proper protrusion values must be recalculated using the formulas shown in Appendix I, page
H-50.
(4) Head dimensions are given in Table 20, page H-40.
(5) For penetration gaging, see Appendix Ill, page H- 52.
(6) For wobble gaging , see Appendix IV, page H- 55.

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TAPPING Abst ract of

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SCREWS SLOTTED PAN HEAD TAPPING SCREWS ASME B18.6.4
1998

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Tab le 24 Dimension s of Slotted Pan Head Tapping Screws
A H R J T
Applicable
Nominal to Screw
Size or Head Head Head S lo t S lot
Types Dia meter
Bas ic Screw Height Radius Width Depth
Diameter
Code

0
1
0.0600
0.0730
.....
....
Symbols

....... .
Max

0.116
0.142
Min

0.104
0 .1 30
Max

0.039
0.046
Mln

0.031
0.038
Max

0.020
0.025
Mu

0.023 0.016
0.026 0.019
Mln Max

0 .022
0.027
M!n

0.014
0.018
2
3
0.0860
0.0990 ...
......
0.167
0.193
0.155
0.180
0.053
0.060
0.045
0.051
0.035
0.037
0.03 1 0.023
0.035 0.027
0 .031
0.036
0.022
0.026
4 0.1120
....... 0.219 0205 0.068 0.058 0.042 0.039 0.031 0.040 0.030
5 0.1250

....
...... 0.245 0231 0.075 0.065 0.044 0.043 0.035 0.045 0.034

I
6 0.1380 0.270 0.256 0.082 0.072 0.046 0.048 0.039 0.050 0.037
7 0.1510 0.296 0.261 0.089 0.079 0.049 0.048 0.039 0.054 0.041
8 0.1640 •••• 0.322 0.306 0 .096 0.085 0.052 0.054 0.045 0.058 0.045
10 0.1900 •••• 0.373 0.357 0.11 0 0.099 0.061 0.060 0.050 0.068 0.053
••••
12
14
114
0.2160
0.2420
0.2500 ....••• 0.425
0.476
0.492
0.407
0.457
0.473
0 .125
0. 139
0.144
0.112
0.126
0.078
0.087
0.067
0.075
0.056
0.064
0.077
0.085
0.061
0.068

..•. .
0 .130 0.087 0 .075 0 .064 0 .087 0 .070
16 0.2680 0.528 0.508 0.153 0 .139 0 .094 0.075 0.064 0.093 0.074
18 0.2940 0 .579 0.558 0.168 0.153 0.099 0.064 0.072 0 .100 0.080
5/16 0.3125 0.6 15 0.594 0.178 0.162 0.099 0.084 0.072 0.106 0.085
20
24
3/8
7116
1/2
0.3200
0.3720
0.3750
0.4375
0.5000
.....•. 0.63 1
0.734
0.740
0.863
0.987
0 .608
0 .709
0.716
0.837
0.958
0.182
0.21 1
0.212
0 .247
0.281
0.166
0.193
0.195
0.228
0.260
0 .121
0.143
0.143
0.153
0.175
0.084
0.094
0.094
0.094
0.106
0 .072
0 .08 1
0.08 1
0.081
0.091
0.108
0.123
0.124
0.142
0.161
0.087
0.100
0.100
0.116
0 .131
See Notes 2 1
NOTES:
(1) Applicable 10 screw types as indicaled by code symbols below. See rererenced tables for thread and point
dimensions and minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming, see Table 6, page H- 26.
• Type A thread form ing, except for short lengths, see Appendix E. page H-64.
A Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8,
pages H-27 and H--28.
• Type C thread forming . see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cu"ing. see Table 9, page
H-29.
(2) Where speclfying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimat place shall
be omitted.
(3) For additional requirements, refer to Para . 2, page H- 18.

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 TYPE I TYPE lA TYPE 11

iT

N N
This type of recess has a large center opening. This type of recess has a large canter opening, This type 01 recess consists of two Intersecting
tapered wings, and blunt bottom, with all edges wide straight wings, and blunt bottom, with slots with parallel sides converging 10 a Slightly
relieved or rounded. all edges relieved or rounded. truncated apex at bottom of recess.

Table 25 Dimen sio n s of Cross Recessed Pan Head S crews

Type I Type lA Type 11
Nomina l A H R
Sin or M T N Rlcess M T N Rectlls M T N Rlcess
Basic Penetration (")
Screw I
Dlamater
Code ;0
Symbols
0
0.0600 ••• 0.017 0.070 0.032 en
0.0730
......
••• 0.024
0.037
0.084
0.103
0.040
0.052
en
~ ;0
......-
....
0.119
0.136
0.062
0.072
"'tI
-
"'tI m
......
•••
0.152
0.169
0.083
0.089 Z
(")
m
......
......
0.182
0.200 0.108
Cl
en
en
en
......
•
0.232
0263
0.130
0.150 (") m
0.299 0.166
;0 0
•••
••
0.309
0.332
0.172
0.186 m ;g
•••
0.365 0.208
::lE z
0.386 0222
en
•• ::r
0.222 0.069
0.468 0.276 0.081
•• 0.466 0276 0 .081 m
•
•
0.' " 0.325
0.373
0 .093
0.104
:r:-
0
NOTES:
(1) Applicable to screw types as Indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming , see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread forming, except for short lengths, see Appendix E, page H--64 .
... Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(2) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shalt be omitted.
I (3) Not practical to gage sizes No. 0 and No. 1.
(4) Head dimensions not shown are the same as those of slotted heads, page H-44.
I (5) For penetration gaging, see Appendix Ill, page H-52.
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(6) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55.
'" (7) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2, page H-18.
TAPPING Abstract of
SCREWS SLOTTED FILLlSTER HEAD TAPPING SCREWS ASME 618.6.4
1998

NOTE (3) NOTE (2)

------1.

Table 26 Dimensions of Slotted FiIIister Head Tapping Screws

A H 0 J T
Applicable
Nominal to Screw Head Total
Size or Head Slot Slot
Types Side Head
Basic Screw Diameter Width Depth
Height Height
Diameter
Code

0
1
0.0600
0.0730
.....
....
Symbols

.....
Max

0.096
0.118
Min

0.083
0.104
Max

0.043
0.053
Min

0.038
0.045
Max

0.055
0.066
Mln

0.047
0.058
Max

0.023
0.026
Min

0.016
0.019
Max

0.025
0.03 1
Min

0.015
0.020
2 0.0860
......
.....
0 .140 0.124 0.062 0.053 0.083 0.066 0.031 0.023 0.037 0.025

I
3 0.0990 0 .161 0.145 0.070 0.061 0.095 0.077 0.035 0.027 0.043 0.030

• 0, 1120
...... 0. 183 0.166

....
0.079 0.069 0.107 0.088 0.039 0.03 1 0.048 0.035
5
6
0.1250
0.1380 ...... 0.205
0.226
0.187
0.208
0.088
0.096
0.078
0.086
0.120
0.132
0.100
0. 111
0.043
0.048
0.035
0.039
0.054
0.060
0.040
0.045
7
8
0. 1510
0.1640 ......
......
0 .248
0.270
0.229
0.250
0.105
0.11 3
0.094
0 .102
0.1 44
0.156
0 .122
0.133
0.048
0 .054
0.039
0.045
0.065
0 .071
0 .049
0.054
10 0 .1900
...... 0.3 13 0.292 0.130 0 .118 0.180 0. 156 0.060 0.050 0 .083 0.064
12
1.
1/'
5/16
0.2160
0.2420
0.2500
0 .3125
.......
•
0.357
0.400
0.41 4
0.5 18
0.334
0.376
0.389
0.490
0 .148
0. 165
0 .170 0 .155
0 .211 0.194
0 .134
0. 15 1
0.205
0.230
0.237
0.295
0.178
0.201
0.207
0.262
0.067
0 .075
0.075
0.084
0.056
0.064
0.064
0.072
0.094
0. 105
0.109
0.137
0.074
0.084
0.087
0.11 0
318
7/16
112
0.3750
0.4 375
0.5000
..
..
0.622
0.625
0.750
0 .590
0.589
0.7 10
0.253 0.233
0.265 0.242
0.297 0.273
0.355
0.368
0.412
0.315
0.321
0.362
0.094
0.094
0.106
0.081
0.08 1
0.09 1
0.164
0.170
0.190
0 .133
0 .135
0 .151
See Notes 1 2
NOTES:
(1) Where specifying nominal size in declmals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be
omitted.
(2) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimen-
sions and minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming , see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread forming. except for short lengths, see Appendix E, page H--64 .
... Types B and BP thread forming , see Table 7: and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H--
27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G. and T thread cutting, see Table g, page H--29.
(3) A slight rounding of the edges at periphery of head shall be permissible, provided the diameter of the bearing circle
is equal to no less than 90% of the specified minimum head diameter,
(4) For head dimension fonnulas, see Appendix A, page H- 59.
(5) For weights of tapping screws, see pages N-36 and N- 37.
(6) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2, page H- 18.

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 TYPE I TYPE lA TYPE 11
r--
@
" -VI- -+I}-=-- -+}-I+- »
'"'"
'" ...,+ \ , .\ ?:I 0 y1.t' \ " ~ -~~, ~
I' " q '" 1 -m~
CJ>)>
~.,.

*
w
Jt ~ ~, ----\
- * t* :gm5'
_::.~I
s
~
- ./ LN
7 ' _
'- 1 /
~
N
* '-
/
{ r-
/ LN
"'-n
"'-
. 0
!"-
~ This type of recess has a large center opening, This type 01 recess has a large center opening, This type 01 recess consists 01 two Intersecting '"
;J1
-
tapered wings, and blunt bonom, with all edges wide straigh t wings, and blunt bonom, with slots with perallel sides converging to a slightly
~ relieved or rounded. all edges relieved or rounded, tNnca ted apex at bonom 01 recess.
m
~
m Table 27 Dimension s of Cro ss Recessed Fillister Head i Screws
~
Appllea- (")
S ble to
Type I Type lA Type 11
~
;;0
~
Nominal Screw
M N M T N M Recess
Size or T,p"
T Rece s s Recess T N
Penetration 0
" Basic Screw
Diameter Code
1Dsri::r Penetration
'"- I D.pth I Width s••
Penetration
Gaging
I Dop.h ~:::~.
I Os':::' ...;::
~
en
en
....
0 1. D.p.h Width 01. 01.

~ ~~1~~ ....
R.f R.f R.f Mu Mlo R.f R.f R.f Mu Mlo Rof R.f R.f Mu Mlo ;;0
:~: g:g~~ g:g~~ :, ::!: 0.014 0.060 0.032 0.018 0
::!: :::: g:g:~ g:g!~ g:g~~ - - ~ m
,,
0.022 0.068 0.039 0.018 0 - - (")
; '::::
:::~
0.098 0.050
::~: , 0.052 0.034 0.098 0.056 0.028 0.053
g: ~~ :~;; :~:
0.024 "tJ m

-=
en
; ~ i:: ~ ~ z- m
"tJ
; ~ ~:~~:
0.055

~
0.'06 0.027

: en
:~:;~ :::~ g:~~~ g:~s! g:g~~ ~~!: I~~;;
1
0056 0.070 0.029
0.054 0.079 0.031

: :~;~:.::: 0.160 0.078 0.028 2 0.080

I ::::
0.156
:~:: :::~
2 0.076 I 0.163 0.090 0.034
I::::
Cl
en c
~;:; ....
,~
......0.170 0.088 0.029
0.176 0.095 0.030
2
2
0.089
0.097 0.071
0.164
0.170 0.099 0.041
2
2
0.085 0.067
0.092 0.074
0.178
0. 194
0.100
0.110
0.036
0.039
Point 1: : : ;
s.~

I D°ri~~ I:~;;
0 .080 -r-
"
(")

...... ~ 0.192 0.112 0.031

::;:
2 0.113 0.089 0.186 0.115 0.041 2 0.108 0.090 0.227 0.126 0.043

::i: o ~::
1

I ~l~i
;;0
m r-
........ .
~ ~,~~ 3
I 0119 :;~:
3 0.098 0.248 0.130 0.056 0.117 0.099
12
14~ •
0.252
0.274
0.128
0.'48 3
0.124
0.144 0.118 0.266 0.150 0.057 3 0.137
0.148
0.168
~ en
-
5"::
3/8
o~i~~
~i7~~
~
g:~~: :~:~
0.335 0.222
::!;
0.065
3
3
4
0.144
0.186
0.213
I :~~~
0.190
0.266
0.308
0.370
0.150
0.193
0.21 9
0.057
0.057
0.086
3
3
4
0.137
0.181
0.201
0 .119
0.163
0.183
0.299
0.378
0.454
::::
0.266
g:g~
0.077
en -I m
;;0
71,~ :::~i : 0.344
0.387 :;:: ::;~ : 0.239
0.260 I 0.235 g:~~! g:~:!
0.214
:::: 4
4 I ~:~:: 0.228
0.206 0.454
0.547
0.266
0.327
0 .077
0.091 ::r
m
IS.. Not" 1 2 4.7 4.7 4. 5. "
:J>
(1 ) Where specifying nominal size In decimals, zeros preceding decimal and In the fourth decimal place shalt be amined. C
(2) Applicable to screw types as Indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum practical screw lengths.
•• Type AB thread forming, see Table 6, page H-26.
Type A thread forming , except lor short lengths, see Appendix E, page H-64.
... Types B and BP thread forming. see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cuning, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28.
• Type C thread lorming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9, page H-29.
(3) A slight rounding of the edges at periphery of head shall be permissible, provided the diameter of the bearing circle is equal to no less than 90% of the specified minimum head
I diameter.
(4) Head dimensions not shown are the same as slotted heads, Table 26, page H-46.
I (5) Screw sizes No. 0 and No. 1 are impractical to 9age. ~~

-
'""" (6) For penetration 9a911"19, see Appendix Ill, page H-52.
(7) For wobble gaging, see Appendix IV, page H-55.
:Xl"
\E~
(8) For additional requirements, reler to Para. 2, page H-18. ene;)
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TAPPING
SCREWS
REGULAR AND LARGE HEX HEAD
TAPPING SCREWS
Abstract of
ASME B18.6.4
1998

SHAPE OF INDENTATION NOTE (3)

OPTIONAL

~j
NOTE (2)--:z
-----..,r,
- J
l~~
INDENTED HEAD
HI.. i+----L~
TRIMMED OR FULLY UPSET HEAD

Table 28 Dimensions of Regular and Large Hex Head Tapping Screws

Regular Head L.arge Head
H F
.,
Nominal Size Applicab le to
Screw Types Width
A W
Width Width
A W
Width Protrusion
Basic Screw Across Head
Acro ss Across Acros s Beyond
Olameter Flats
Height
Corners Flats Corners

....
Gaging Ring

1
2
3
0.0730
0.0860
0.0990
....
Code Symbols

......
Mu
0.125
0.125
0.188
Min
0.120
0.120
0.181
MI"
0.134
0.134
0.202
Mu
...
...
...
Min
...
...
...
Min
...
...
Mu
0.044
0.050
0.055
MI"
0 .036
0.040
0.044
Mn
0.022
0.024
0.026
4 0.1120
......
......
0.188 0.181 0.202 0.219 0.213 0.238 0.060 0.049 0.029
5
6
7
0,1250
0.1380
0.1510 ....
......
......
0.186
0.250
0.250
0.181
0.244
0.244
0.202
0.272
0.272
0.250
...
...
0.244 0.272
.. .
...
0.070
0.093
0.093
0.058
0.080
0.080
0.035
0.048
0.048

......
8 0.1640 0.250 0.244 0.272 0.312 0.305 0.340 0.110 0.096 0.058
10 0.1900 0.312 0.305 0 .340 ... ... ... 0.120 0.105 0.063

I
12
14
114
5116
0.2160
0.2420
0.2500
0.3125
....•
•
0.312
0.375
0.375
O.SOO
0.305
0.367
0.367
0.489
0.340
0.409
0.409
0.545
0.375
0.438
OA38
...
0.367
0.428
0.428
...
OA09
0.477
OA77
...
0.155
0.190
0.190
0.230
0.139
0.172
0.172
0.208
0.083
0. 103
0.103
0.125

......... ... ... ...

20 0.3200 0.500 0.489 0.545 0.230 0.208 0.125
24
3/8
0.3720
0.3750
• 0.562
0.562
0.551
0.551
0.614
0.614
...
...
...
...
...
...
0.295
0.295
0.270
0.270
0.162
0.162
7/16 OA375 0.625 0.610 0.682 . .. 0 .348 0.321 0.193
112 0.5000 O.7SO 0.735 0.820 ... ... OAOO 0.367 0.220
See Notes 1 2 4.5 4.5.6 4, 5. 7 4.5. 6.7 6
NOTES.
(1) Where specifying nominal size In decimals. zeros preceding decimal and in the foorth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and minimum
practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming. see Table 6. page H-26.
• Type A thread forming. except for short lengths. see Appendix E. page H--6<\ .
... Types B and BP thread forming, see Table 7: and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H- 28.
• Type C thread forming. see Appendix V: and Types D. F. G. and T thread cutting. see Table 9, page H-29.
(3) A slight rounding of all edges and corners of the hex surfaces of indented hex heads shall be permissible. provided the diameter of the
bearing circle is equal to no less than 90% of the specified minimum width across nats dimension.
(4) Unless otherwise specified by purchaser, regular hex heads shall be furnished. and both regular and large head stytes may be of
indented head, trimmed head, or fully upset nead construction, at the option of manufacturer.
(5) Dimensions across nats and across corners of lne head shall be measured al the point of maximum metal. Taper of sides of hex (angle
between one side and the axis) shall not exceed 2° or 0.004 in., whichever is greater. the specified width across nats being the large
dimension.
(6) The rounding due to lac\( of fill on all six corners of the head shall be reasonably uniform and the width across corners of the nead shall
be such that wIlen a sharp ring having an inside diameter aqualto the specified minimum width across corners is !>lace<:! on the top and
bottom of Ihe head, the head shall protrude by an amounl aquallo. or greater than, the F value tabulated. See Appendix 11 for across
corners gaging of hex heads. page H-51 .
(7) Large hex head is intended for screw and washer assemblies - SEMS. as specified In ASME BI8.13, page J.-10. and other applica-
tions requiring large bearing.
(8) For additional requirements . refer to Para. 2, page H-18: For weights of tapping screws, see pages N-36 and N-37.
(9) For slotted regular and large hex heads, refer to Appendix VII. page H-58.

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 Abstract of
TAPPING

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ASME 818.6.4 HEX WASHER HEAD TAPPING SCREWS
1998 SCREWS

SHAPE OF INDENTATION
OPTIONAL r 'G aging nng
NOTE (3)

r-Wi
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Table 29 Dimension s of Hex Washer Head Tapp ing Screws

A W H B U F
Applicable
Nominal Size to Screw Width Width Protl'\ls ion
or B aSic Head Washer Washer
Type s Across Across Beyond
Screw Heigh t Diameter T hick ness
Flats Corners Gaging Ring
Diameter

2
3
0.0860
0.0990
....
Code

....
Symbols
Mn
0.125
0.125
Min

0.120
0.120
Min

0 .134
0.134
Mn
0.050
0.055
M'"
0.040
0.044
Mn
0. 166
0.177
Min

0.154
0.163
Mn
0.016
0.016
M'"
0.010
0.010
Min

0.024
0.026
4 0.1120 •••• 0.188 0.181 0.202 0.243

....
0.060 0.049 0.225 0.019 0.011 0.029
5 0.1250 •••• 0.188 0.181 0.202 0.070 0.058 0260 0.240 0.025 0.0 15 0.035
6
7
0.1380
0. 1510
•••• 0.250
0.250
0.244
0.244
0.272
0.272
0.093
0.093
0.080
0.080
0.328
0.328
0.302
0.302
0.025
0.029
0.015
0.017
0.048
0.048

•
I
10
0.1640
0.1900
••••
••••
0 .250
0.312
0.244
0.305
0.272
0.340
0.11 0
0.120
0.096
0.105
0.348
0.414
0.322
0.384
0.031
0.03 1
0 .019
0.019
0.058
0.063
12

"
114
5/16
0.2160
0.2420
0.2500
0.3125
........••
•••• 0.312
0.375
0.375
0.500
0.305
0.367
0.367
0.489
0.340
0.409
0.409
0.545
0.155
0.190
0.190
0230
0.139
0.172
0.172
0.208
0.432
0.520
0.520
0.676
0.398
0.480
0.480
0.624
0 .039
0.050
0.050
0.055
0.022
0.030
0.030
0.035
0.083
0.103
0.103
0.125
2.
24
3/8
1116
1/2
0.3200
0.3720
0 .3750
0.4375
0.5000
.........• 0.500
0.562
0.562
0.625
0.750
0 .489
0.551
0.551
0.610
0.735
0.545
0.614
0.614
0.682
0.820
0.230
0.295
0 .295
0.348
0 .400
0.208
0.270
0270
0.321
0.367
0.676
0.780
0 .780
0.870
1.040
0.624
0.720
0.720
0.790
0.960
0.055
0.063
0.063
0.073
0.085
0.035
0.037
0.037
0.043
0.050
0.125
0.162
0.162
0.193
0.220
See Notes 1 2 3.5 3,5, 6 6
N OTES.
(1) W here specifying nominal size In decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Applicable 10 screw types as indicated by code symbols below. See referenced tables for thread and point dimensions and
minimum practical screw lengths.
• Type AB thread forming, see Table 6, page H-26.
• Type A thread forming , except for short lengths, see Appendix E, page H--64.
• Types B and BP th read forming, see Table 7; and Types BF and BT thread cutting, see Table 8, pages H-27 and H-28.
• Type C thread forming, see Appendix V; and Types D, F, G, and T thread cutting, see Table 9. page H-29.
(3) A slight rounding of all edges and corners of the hex surfaces of heads shall be permissible.
(4 ) Fille t radius R at junction of sides of hex and top of washer shall not exceed 0.15 times the ba sic screw diameter.
(5) Dimensions across flats and across corners of the head shall be measured at th e point of maximum metal. Taper of sides of hex
(angle between one side and the axis) shall not exceed 2 0 or 0 .004 in., whichever is greater, the specified width across flats
being the large dimension.
(6) Th e rounding due 10 lack offill on all six corners of the head shall be reasonably uni form and th e width across corners of the head
shall be such that when a sharp ring having an inside diameter equal to the specified minimum width across corners is placed on
the top of the head, the hex portion of the head shall protrude by an amount equal to, or grealer than, the Fvalue ta bulated . See
Appendix 11 for across corners gaging of hex heads.
(7) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2, page H- 18.

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TAP PING PROTRUSION GAGING OF FLAT Abstract of

SCREWS COUNTERSUNK HEADS ASM;9~~8"6"4
- ' - -- - - - - -_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _--..J ' - -_ _J

MANDATORY APPENDIX I
PROTRUSION GAGING OF FLAT COUNTERSUNK HEADS

Suitabi lity of fl at co untersu nk head tersunk head screws. Th e protrusion limits

screws , except the No. 0 and No. 1 sizes of un-
dercut heads, for application in countersinks
designed to the principal dimensio ns of the
screws may be determined by use of a protru-
sion gage as illustrated in Fig. lA.
The gaging dimensions and the gage
diameters are specified in the dimensional tables
for flat countersunk head and undercut flat coun-
shown in the tables shall apply o nly w hen the
gag ing diameter is exactly as indicated with the
gagi ng edge of a sharpness obtained by lapping
the hole and the top surface of the gage. Any
variation in the gaging diameter wi ll require re-
ca lcu lation of protrusion va lues by the original
formulas given below.

•t
GAGE THI CKNESS
OPTIONAL

I
Fig. lA Protrusion Gage for Flat Countersunk Heads

Maximum protrusion: ' . 2

F max ::;: max sha rp hea~ dia - gage hole dia x tan ( 90 deg _ min he;d angle)

Minimum protrusion: ' .2

F min::;: min sharp head dia - gage hole dia max head angle)
2 x tan ( 90 deg - 2
or correction of protrusion in accordance with the following formula:

F" =F A G"
A-G
where:
F ::;: tabulated protrusion value
F' ::;: corrected protrusion value
A ::;: head diameter (maximum or minimum for maximum or minimum protrusion, respectively)
G ::;: tabulated gage diameter
G' ::;: measured gage diameter
To ensu re adequate service life, the protrusion gage should be made of tool steel having a
hardness of not less than Rockwell C60 (60 HRC) .
, Protrusion values shown in dimensionallables were calculated from these formulas and rounded to nearest 0.001 in .. upward for
the maximum, and downward for the minimum.
2 See formulas for maximum and minimum sharp head diameters in Appendix A. page H-59.

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ASME B18.6.4 ACROSS CORNERS GAGING OF
1998 HEX HEADS
MANDATORY APPENDIX 11
ACROSS CORNERS GAGING OF HEX HEADS
(a) Suitability of across corners dimensions
of hex head and hex washer head screws may
be determined by the use of gaging rings as
described in (1) and (2) below:
(1) When the gaging ring (Fig. 2A) is
placed on the top of a hex or hex washer head
screw, and also the bottom of a hex head screw,
at right angles to the axis of the screw, the head
(hex portion of washer head) must protrude be-
yond the ring by an amount equal to 60% of the
minimum head height H. For convenience , the
minimum protrusion values are given in the di-
mensional tables for hex and hex washer head
screws.
(2) The gaging ring shall have an inside
diameter equal to the tabulated minimum width
across corners, within a tolerance of plus 0.0003
in. The gaging edges of the ring shall be sharp
and opposite faces shall be parallel. To ensure
adequate service life, the ring should be made
of tool steel and have a hardness of not less
than Rockwell C60 (60 HRC) .
(b) A typical gaging fixture is shown in Fig.
28 with an explanation of its application in (1) ,
SURFACES MUST BE PARALLEL
THICKNESS
lI
OPTIONAL
~.k---+-~
~~-+-~
SHARP CORNER:
DIAMETER GAGING
OPTIONAL RING
Fig.2A Gaging Ring
FJr
GAGING HEX WASHER HEAD
Fig . 28 Typical Gaging Fixture
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SCREWS
(2) , and (3) below; however, any equivalent
means may be used.
(1) To check hex head screws from the
top , an initial reading shall be taken with the
gaging ring placed on the indexing plate. Then ,
with the screw placed in the fixture, the gaging
ring shall be placed on top of the screw head
and a second reading taken. The difference
between the two readings is equal to the protru-
sion F of the head beyond the gaging ring.
(2) To check hex washer head screws,
the gaging procedure shall be exactly the same
as that for checking hex head screws from the
top. However, in this case , the difference, X,
between the two readings includes the washer
thickness, and it is necessary to deduct the ac-
tual (measured) thickness of the washer portion
from the differences X to obtain the protrusion F
I
of the hex beyond the gaging ring .
(3) Gaging the bottom of the head on
hex head screws may be accomplished in the
same manner as gaging the top except the ring
is placed below the head. The same protrusion
values shall apply.
SPECIAL MICROMETER
BODY
INDEXING PLATE
WITH SLOTS FOR
SCREWS
SUPPORT
PLATE
GAGING
RING
GAGING HEX HEAD
FROM TOP
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SCREWS ASME B18.6.4
RECESSED HEAD SCREWS 1998

MANDATORY APPENDIX III

PENETRATION GAGING OF RECESSED HEADS

Penetration gaging is a test to determine
the suitability of recesses in the heads of screws
and may be used to indicate deficiencies in the
dimensions of the recesses specified in the di-
mensional tables . Penetrations which are too
deep indicate the possibility of a thin section
between head and shank of screw, a weakness
which might result in twisting-off screw heads
during tightening of the screws . Use of screws
having shallow penetrations might result in pro-
duction problems such as rearning of recesses
or excessive wear on driver bits.
Penetration gaging depth values for the
various styles of recessed heads are included in
the dimensional tables for the respective heads.
These values were predicated originally on the
gaging of plain finish (un plated or uncoated)
screws. However, subsequent experience has
shown that the Type I and Type II recess pen-
etration limits, as tabulated , and the Type lA re-
cess penetration depths with tabulated minimum
cant surfaces. Screws having heavier coatings,
which fail to meet the penetration gaging require-
ments, must be stripped of finish and gaged for
acceptance or rejection in the plain condition.
Specified herein are dimensions of gage
points to be used for penetration gaging the Type
I. Type lA, and Type 11 recesses (Figs. 3A, 38,
and 3C). Gage poi nts approach as nearly as
possible the perfect driver form . Also specified
are gage heads and bushings which adapt the
gage points to standard dial gages.
Penetration is gaged relative to a refer-
ence plane defined by the intersection of the
edge of the recess wings with the top surface of
the screw head. This plane is the same as the
top surface of a flat head screw, but is some-
what below the topmost portion of heads which
have rounded top surfaces. Knife edges or ta-
pered ridges on the gage head are used to es-
tablish the reference plane. A reverse reading
dial gage is used to indicate the penetration of

I limit reduced by up to 0.005 in., to be suitable

for the gaging of screws having coating thick-
ness of up to and. including 0.0003 in. on signifi-

, S'rANIDAAD DIAL GAGE EXCEPT

the gage point into the recess. The gage may
be zeroed on any flat surface.

114-20 UN(;·26
NUMERALS READING COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE A

GAGE HEAD
Tolerance :10.005 unless otherwi se specified.

Dimensions of Gage Heads for Types I and lA

GAGE HEAD Recesses
(IN SECTION) A 6 C
Size of
Recess Gage ± 0.002 ± 0.003 ± 0.0002
GAGE POINT·""", No. 0 0.008 0.0 15 0.0460
No. 1 0.0 12 0.020 0.0880
SCREW No 2 0.018 0.031 0.1420
GAGE POINT IN GAGE POINT IN No. 3 0.022 0.037 0.2100
ZERO POSITION GAGING POS ITION No. ' 0 .031 0.062 0.3130

Fig . 3A/3B Penetration Gages for Type I and lA Recesses

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PENETRATION GAGING OF CROSS TAPPING

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A SME 818.6.4
1998 RECESSED HEAD SCREWS SCREWS

APPENDIX III Cont inued

TYPE I AND TYPE lA RECESSES

GRIND SQUARE
W ITH AXIS
TYPE I GAGE POINT ENLARGED POI NT DETAil Fig. 3A cont.

Dimensions of

Sir.. of Polnl
R.n .. 0"
Polnl
Width
l englto l e nglto 0'. Flalon End Flu" WIdth
al Bottom
Gag.
to.OOO2 to .OO5

No. 0
No. ,

0.0826
0.1018

(1) Base of flute on size No. 0 is 0.0090 to 0.0109 In. radius. N

(2) Tolerance on size No. 0 Is plus 0.0000 and minus 0.0026 In. ~_~'~%"'"

-y
FORM PROFilE AT PLANE Z

26" 30' ~~

GRIND SQUARE
WITH AXIS
TYPE lA GAGE POINT ENLARGED POINT DETAil Fig. 3B cant.

Dimensio ns of

-••0".•• Wi.,
."
Polnl PoInt Radius
l . ngth l .ng th DIa Th !c:k-
0 '• WId~
.!! :
~
to .OOO2 Mo. .,.
0.0655 0.150 0.875 0219 0.0380 0.095 5"45'
0.1005 0.781 0.906 0.250 0.0530 0.155 5"45' 6"20' 56"'5'
7"45' SS' IS'
NOTE: (1) These dimensions are measured nannal to the milling Cl.Jt.

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. S.CR.
EW
. S. '--_ _ _ _R_E_C_E_S_S_E_D_H_E_A_D_S_C_R_E_W_S
_ _ _- - I g!_S._S.4
,-A_S_M_;gB_
J

Fig. 3C
0>378 0 502W +11+-+°·008
0.376

1 .
0.438
0.006

f§!-
'-~o,J t-5~-
j
0 .500
. 0.499
SECTION X-X
BUSHING GAGE HEAD
Tolerance :to.OOS unless otherwise specified.
' - ST,'N[ )ARD DIAL GAGE EXCEPT
NUMERALS READING COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE
Dimension s of Gage Heads for Type 11
Reces ses
BUSHING

SCREW
Gage
A 8 C 0
•
DI. +0.002 +0.00 2
to.OOO1 :to.DOS :to.005
-0.000 -0.000
HEAD
(IN 0 .093 0.0930 0.344 0.375 0.030 0.024
0 .14 1 0 .141 0 0 .375 0 .4 3 8 0.04 6 0,036
GAGE P Q INT
0.246 0.2460 0.500 0.500 0.062 0.051
0.436 0.4360 0,688 0.562 0.094 0.078
GAGE POINT IN
ZERO POSITION

I Applicability of Gage Diameters to Recess Diameters and Screw

Sizes

Although these gages may be used interchangeably, showing iden-

tical readings on those sizes of screws where dimension B of gage head
is greater than the recess diameter, the followi ng recommendations may
be applied.
..,. H Use 0.093 gage for recess diameters up to 0.150 in. [Note (1)].
75°·30'
V ",,,,""""- Use 0. 14 1 gage for recess diameters of 0. 150 and up to 0.270 in.
F-il- ~ Use 0.246 gage for recess diameters of 0.270 and up to 0.460 in.
E Use 0.436 gage for recess diameters of 0.460 and up to 0.700 in.
NOTE:

B& HAL~_Y
(1) It is not pra ctical to gage screw sizes No. 0 and No. t having recess diameters less than
0.102 in. maximum.

Dimension s of Type 11 Gage Points

ENLARGED POINT DETAIL

A 8 C 0
• F G H J
Side
Po int Point Flat on Milling
Gog.
0 1. 0"
0" Length Length
Width .,' Radiu s
An gle
Flute
AAg.

4~F~D--1 ' 1 ±O.OOO1 :to.OOS ±O.OOS ±O.OOS

+4).001
-0.000
±0.002
+4).000
-0.001
+4)"0S'
-0"00-
.o°1S'
-<>"O~

ijj« CS GRI ND SQUAR E

WITH AXIS
Eh 0.093
0.141
0.246
0.436
0.0926
0.1406
0.2458
0.4356
0.188
0.250
0.312
0.469
0.750
0.875
0.938
1.125
0.87S
1.000
1.062
1.250
0.0 27
0.0 27
0.0 27
0.027
0.062
0.062
0.062
0.062
0.005
0.005
0.005
0.005
8°45'
8°45'
6°45'
8°45'
90°00'
90"00
90°00'
90"00
TYPE 11 GAGE POINT

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 Abstract of
ASME B18.6.4 WOBBLE GAGING OF CROSS
1998 RECESSED HEAD SCREWS

MANDATORY APPENDIX IV
WOBBLE GAGING OF RECESSED HEADS

Wobble gaging provides a means for Table 1V1 Gaging limits for Type I and
determining the compatibility of recesses in the Type lA Recesses
heads of screws with companion screw drivers Size of Recess Maximum Allowable Total Wobble
and will indicate the point where deviations in Gage Type I Type lA
the recess contours affect satisfactory driver en- No. 0 (1 ) (1)
gagement. Recesses which exhibit excessive No. 1 15" 12"
wobble characteristics will result in poor screw No. 2 12" 10"
driveability because of driver camout prior to at- No. 3 10" B"
taining normal torque level; damage to recesses; No. 4 10" B"
and/or accelerated driver wear. NOTE:
(1) Values not available at time of printing .
The allowable total wobble gaging limits
for the various types of recesses included herein
(Tables IV1 and IV2) were predicated originally
Table IV2 Gaging Limits for Type 11 Recess
on the gaging of plain finish (unplated or un-
coated) screws. However, subsequent experi- Recess Gage Maximum Allowable Total
Diameter Wobble
ence has shown these limits to be suitable for
the gaging of screws having coating thickness 0.093 12"
0.141 10"
up to and including 0.0003 in. on significant su r- 0.246 B"

faces. Screws having heavier coatings , which
fail to meet the wobble gaging requirements ,
must be stripped of finish and gaged for accep-
tance or rejection in the plain condition.
Wobble gaging fixtures as illustrated in
Fig. IV 1 and appropriate recess master plug
gages with handles and position indicators for
the respective recess types are available through
the punch suppliers. Dimensions of the points
on master plug gages are, except for the body
diameters tabulated herein (Table IV3). the same
as those specified for the respective gage points
in Appendix Ill , page H-52.
The screw to be gaged shall be placed
into the screw holding chuck and oriented such
that one set of recess wings or one side is paral-
lel to the upright back plate. The screw shall be
so positioned and the chuck shall be tightened
suffiCiently to prevent any tilting of the screw in
the chuck when taking wobble readings.
The position gage pointer and handle
with the proper master plug gage for the recess
size being checked shall be positioned in the slot
I
0.436 6"
of the degree scale on top plate and the point of
the plug gage inserted into the screw recess . It
is essential that registry between the cross lines
of pointer and the recess wings or side be main-
tained. To correct any misalignment, the chuck
position lock screw is loosened , the chuck is ro-
tated until registry is obtained, and the chuck
raised or lowered until the gage pointer is flush
with the top of the degree scale. The chuck
position lock screw is then tightened and the
readings taken. The gage handle, with down-
ward pressure applied , is moved from side to
side until resistance is encountered and the to-
tat reading between points of travel of the gage
pointer is recorded . Th e allowable angu lar
wobble limits shall not exceed the values tabu~
lated below. Cross tines on gage pointer should
be rechecked with plug gage wings or flats to
make certain cross tines and gage wings or flats
are registered on identical radials.

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SCREWS ASME B18.6.4
RECESSED HEAD SCREWS 1998

TOP PLATE WITH DEGREE

SCALE CALIBRATED ON r CRO',S LINES ON
BASIS OF 4.250 IN. RADIUS OF POINTER

BACK PLATE

PLUG GAGE
HANDLE AND

/
CROSS RECESS ENLARGED
MASTER PLUG G'.GE, I DETAIL
GAGE BODY

DIAMETER -----I+---::::::1'f.s:

~~~~:~ ~FO~R~ HOLDING

I ~GA(lEBASE

~::::~--- CHUCK POSITION

LOCK SCREW

GAGING FI XTURE

Fig. IV1 Typical Wobble Gaging Fixture

Diameters

Recess Ground Gage Ground Gage Pre sse d Gage

Gage
Mo< MI, Mo< Min Mo< MI,
No. 0 0.135 0.1 15
No. 1 0. 198 0.178
No. 2 0.260 0.240 0260 0.240 0.275 0255
No. 3 0.323 0.303 0.323 0.303 0.370 0.350

11 recess gages are

same as penetration gage points shown in Appendix Ill, page
H- 52.

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 Abstract of
TAPPING
ASME B18.6.4 DIMENSIONS FOR TYPE C TAPPING SCREWS
1998 SCREWS

MANDATORY APPENDIX V
DIMENSIONS OF TYPE C TAPPING SCREWS

- NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS -

(See Para. 1.3.1.5)
-- l ----~

Table V1 Dimensions of Threads and Points for Type C Thread Forming Tapping Screws
0 p S l
Point Taper Length Minimum
Nominal Size Th reads Major Detennlnant
Point Practical
Fo r S ho rt For Long Lengths
or Basle Screw pO' 01. Dia Nominal Screw
DIameter Inc h

M. . MI" R.f Mu
Sc rews

MI"
Screws

M. . MI"
..
for Po int Taper

"
Heads
c,.
Heads
Lengths

.."
Heads
C,.
Head s
2 0.0860 56 0.0660 0.0813 0.066 0.062 0.045 0.080 0.062 5m 3116 5m 3116
2 0.0860 64 0 .0660 0 .0616 0.070 0.055 0.039 0.070 0.055 1/8 3116 1/8 5132
3 0.0990 48 0.0990 0.0938 0.078 0.073 0.052 0.094 0.073 3/16 7132 5132 7132
3 0.0990 56 0.0990 0.0942 0.081 5/32 3116 5/32
,, 0.062 0.045 0.060 0.062 3/16

I
0.1120 0.1120 0.1061 0.087 0.088 0.062 0.112 0.088 7/32 114 3/16

5
0.1120
0.1250
40
48
40
0.1120
0.1250
0.1068
0.1191
0.091
0.100
0.073
0.066
0.052
0.062
0.094
0.112
0.073
0.066
3/16
7132
7132
9/32
5/32
3/16
"'
7/32
114
5 0.1250 44 0.1250 0.1195 0.102 0.080 0.057 0.102 0.080 3/16 114 3116 114
•• 0.1380
0.1360
32
40
0 .1380
0.1380
0.1312
0 .1321
0.107
0.113
0.109
0.088
0.078
0.062
0.141
0.112
0.109
0.088 "'
7/32
5116
9/32
114
3116
511.
114
8 0.1640 32 0 .1640 0.1571 0.132 0.109 0.078 0.141 0 .109 1/4 11 132 114 5116
8 0.1640 3. 0.1640 0.1577 0.136 0.097 0.069 0.125 0.097 7132 5/16 7132 9/32
10 0.1900 24 0.1900 0.1818 0.146 0.146 0.104 0.188 0.146 11132 7116 511. 13132
10 0.1900 32 0.1900 0.1831 0.158 0.109 0.078 0.141 0.109 114 11132 114 5/16
12 0.2160 24 0.2160 0.2078 0.174 0.146 0.104 0.186 0. 146 11132 7/16 5116 13132
12 0.2160 28 0.2160 0.2085 0.180 0.125 0.089 0.161 0.125 5116 13132 9/32 318
114 0.2500 20 0 .2500 0.2408 0.200 0.175 0.125 0 .225 0.175 13132 17132 318 112
1/4 0.2500 28 0.2500 02425 0214 0.125 0.089 0.161 0.125 511. 13132 9/32 3/8
5116 0.3125 18 0.3125 0.3026 0257 0.194 0.139 0.250 0.194 15/32 19/32 7116 9/16
511. 0.3125 24 0.3125 0.3042 0.271 0.146 0.104 0.188 0.146 11132 15/32 5116 15132
3/8 0.3750 1. 0.3750 0.3643 0.312 0.219 0.156 0.261 0.219 112 11116 15132 5/8
3/8 0.3750 24 0.3750 0.3667 0.333 0.146 0.104 0.186 0.146 11132 112 5/16 112
7116 0.4375 14 0.4375 0.4258 0.366 0.250 0.179 0.321 0.250 19132 31' 9116 23132
7/16 0.4375 20 0.4375 0.4281 0 .387 0.175 0.125 0.225 0.175 13/32 9116 3/8 17132
112 0.5000 13 0.5000 0 .4676 0.423 0.269 0.192 0.346 0 .269 5/8 25/32 19/32 3/'
112 0.5000 20 0.5000 0.4906 0.450 0.175 0.125 0.225 0.175 13/32 9116 3/8 17(32
See Notes 1 3
NOTES .
(1) Where specifying nominal s ize in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and In the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) Th reads within point taper length shall have unfinished cresls.
(3) Screws of these nomi nal lengths and shorter shall have point ta per lengths specified for short screws. Longer lengths s hall have
point taper lengths specified for long screws.
(4) For additional requirements, refer to Para. 2. page H- 18.

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TAPPING
SCREWS
DIMENSIONS OF 100 DEG FLAT
COUNTERSUNK HEAD TAPPING SCREWS
Abstract of
ASME B18.6.4
1998

MANDATORY APPENDIX VI

DIMENSIONS OF SLOTTED AND CROSS RECESSED 100"

FLAT COUNTERSUNK HEAD TAPPING SCREWS

- NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS-

(Refer to the complete standard.)

MANDATORY APPENDIX VII

DIMENSIONS OF SLOTTED REGULAR AND LARGE

HEX HEAD TAPPING SCREWS

- NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW DESIGNS-

(Refer to the complele standard.)

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ASME 618.6.4
FORMULAS FOR HEAD DIMENSIONS TAPPING
1998 OF TAPPING SCREWS SCREWS

NONMANDATORY APPENDIX A
FORMULAS FOR DIMENSIONS
Table A1 Flat Countersunk Head Screws
Screw Size Head Diameter Head Height Slot Depth
Max A "2.0400 0.003 ReI'
Min A '" 1.8200 - 0.013 rolllded or flat 1
MaxH" 0.6190 - 0.002 Max T : 0.2880 - 0.002
oIt11J 3/8 Gaging Oia G : 1.8300 - 0.033
Min H "0.5520 - 0.007 Ref' MinT: 0.1920 - 0.002
Min A : 1.9600 _ 0.013 to sharp comer ReI'
Max A : 1.9200 0.Q13 rolXlded or !\at 2
Max A: 2.0000 - 0.063 to sharp comer Ref'
Mln A : 1.8000 - 0.073 with rolXld or flat 2
Max H " 0.5960 - 0.038 Max T :; 0.27 40 - 0.Q17
7f16 Gaging Oia G: 1.7900 - 0.093
Mln H:; 0.5290 - 0.042 Rei' Min T '" 0.1840 - 0.015
Min A " 1.9200 - 0.073 to sharp comer Ref '
MaxA: 1.8800 0.063 rolXlded or flat 2
Max A : 2.0000 - 0.125 to sharp comer Ref '
Min A : 1.8000 - 0. 135 with romcI or flat 2
Max H " 0.5960 - 0.075 Max T", 0.2740 - 0.034
1n Gaging Ola G '" 1.1900 - 0.155
Min H " 0.5290 - 0.078 ReI' Min T '" 0.1840 - 0.027
Min A: 1.9200 - 0.135 to sharp comer Rei'
Max A : 1.8800 _ 0.125 rolXlded or flat 2
Table A2. Undercut Flat Countersunk Head Screws
I
Mall A '" 2.0400 - 0.003 to sharp corner Rei'
Min A: 1.8200 _ 0.013 rolllded or flat 2
Mu H : 0.4320 - 0.001 Mall T" 0.2020 - 0.001
oIt11J 3/8 Gaging Oia G = 1.8300 - 0.033
Min H: 0.3860 - 0.005 Min T : 0.1340 - 0.001
,
Mln A = 1.9600 - 0.Q13 to sharp comer Ref'

MinA: 1.8000 or flat 2

Mall H" 0.4170 - 0.026 Max T" 0.1920 - 0.012
7f16 Gaging Oia G" 1.1900 - 0.093
Mln H " 0.3700 - 0.029 Min T '" 0.1290 - 0.0 11

I
Min A = 1.9200 -0.073 to sharp comer Rei'
Mu A '" 1.8800 - 0.063 rolllded or flat 2
Max A " 2.0000 - 0.125 to sharp comer ReI'
Mln A = 1.8000 _ 0. 135 rolXlded or flat 2
Max H ,,0.4 170 - 0.052 MallT '" 0.1920 - 0.024
Gaging Oia G:; 1.7900 - 0.155 MinT: 0.1290 - 0.019
Min H " 0.3700 - 0.055
MinA::: 1.9200-0.135 to

Mall A = 2.0400 - 0.003 to sharp comer ReI'

Min A" 1.8200 _ 0.013 rolXlded or flat 2
Mall 0" 0.9230 -+ 0.001 Max. T" 0.5560 - 0.003
o It11J 3/8 Gaging Oia G" 1.8300 - 0.033
Min 0 '" 0.8200 - 0.008 Min T" 0.4600 - 0.003
MinA'" 1.9600 -0.013 comerReI'

Mall A '" 2.0000 - 0.063 to sharp comer ReI '

Mln A: 1.8000 - 0.073 rolllded or flat I Max T" 0.5470 - 0.029
Mall 0" 0.8960 - 0.047
7f16 Gaging Oia G " 1.1900 - 0.093 Min T = 0.4660 - 0.030
Mln 0: 0.7890 - 0.050
,'
Min A" 1.9200 - 0.073 to sharp corner Re!'

Max A sharp comer Rei'

Mln A ,., 1.8000 - 0.135 rolllded or flat 2 Mall T:; 0.5470 - 0.057
Max 0" 0.8960 - 0.094
1/2 Gaging Oia G :: 1.1900 - 0.155 Mln T : 0.4660 - 0.055
Min 0 = 0.7890 - 0.094
Mln A " 1.9200 - 0.135 to sharp comer Rei '
_ 0.125 rolXlded or Hat 2

GENERAL NOTE: 0:: basic diameter of the screw.

Mall H = 0.6190 - 0.002 NOTES:
o It11J 318 Min H " 0.5520 - 0.007 Rei' 'Values no longer tabulated, formulas are retained here for reference
purposes only.
7116 2 Values based on a sidewan of approximate ly 4 percent of the head
",f'
diameter.

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ASME B18.6.4
OF TAPPING SCREWS 1998

APPENDIX A (Continued)

Table A4 Undercut Oval Countersunk Head Screws

(same as Oval Countersunk Head except as shown below)
Screw Size Total Head Height Head Side Height S lot Depth
Max 0 '" 0.7360 + 0.002 Max H '" 0.4320 - 0.001 Max T '" 0.4800 - 0.001
0"'" '" Mio 0 '" 0.6540 - 0.006 Min H ::: 0.3860 - 0.005 Ref' Min T" 0.4020 - 0.002
Max O '" 0.7170 - 0.035 MaxH '" 0.4170 - 0.026 Max T '" 0.4730 - 0.023
7116
Min 0" 0.6300 - 0.037 Min H '" 0.370 0 - 0.029 Rei' Mln T" 0.4040 - 0.023

1n
MaxQ=O.7t70 0.071 Mali H = O.417D 0.052 Max T '" 0.4730 - 0.033
Min 0" 0.6300 - 0.071 Min H = 0.3700 - 0.055 Rei 2 Min T '" 0.4040 - 0.033

Table A5 Pan Head Screws

Head Height
Screw Size HeCld Diameter Slot Depth
Slotted Reces se d
MaxA = 1.9800 - 0.003 Max H '" 0.5500 + 0.006 Max H = 0.6920 + 0.002 Max T" 0.3500 + 0.001
o tIw 12 Min A" 1.9400 _ 0.D12 Min H '" 0.5200 Min H "0.6520 - 0.003 Min T" 0.3000 - 0.004
Over 12 MaxA" 1.9800 0.003 Max H "0.5500 + 0.006 Max H "0.6920 + 0.002 Max T '" 0.2930 + 0.014
otru1n Mln A" 1.9400 - 0.D12 Min H : 0.5200 Min H" 0.6520 0.001 Min T" 0.2460 + 0.008
Where. D -- Basle diameter of the screw.

I Table AS Flat and Oval Countersunk Trim Head Screws

Oval Head 0 A' F

Ov,'
Screw
Head Height
H
0
• Screw Head
SIz.
Shank
Dia
Head
Dia Height
Head Height H; Dimen sions have been Size
Sin Total Head
determined on large scale layouts using
Head Radius Mo< Mo< Min •• f
the dimensions specified In the accom pa·
Height • •f
nyl ng table In the following manner.
4 3 0.lt2 0.199 0.181 0.029
Max shank diameter. D; min
For Max H MaxO" 5 4 0.125 0.225 0.207 0.033
argle 80": max head diameter.
0.207 0.033

AD
"'" A; and rominal radius. R
MaxH +F

NomR=
6
6
8
4
5
0.138
0.138
5 0.164
0.225
0.252
0.252
0.232
0,232
0.037
0.037
Sizes 0.08 MinA
Max shank diameter. 0; max 8 6 0.164 0.279 0.257 0.041
For Min H MinO:

"'. angle 82"; min head diameter.

A; and nominal radius. R
MinH+F
10
12
12
8
8
10
0.t90
0.216
0.2 16
0.332
0.332
0.385
0.308
0.308
0.359
0 .047
0.047
0.055
Flat Head 1/4 10 0.250 0.385 0.359 0.055
1/4 12 0.250 0.438 0.4 10 0.063
Screw Size Head Height
5116 12 0.3 125 0.438 0,410 0.063
All MaxH- MaxA_D MinH- MinA 0 Ref' 5116 114 0.3125 0.507 0.477 0.072
Sizes 2 (Tan 40") 2 (Tan41 ") 3/8 5/16 0.375 0.635 Q.6oo 0.092
, Head diameters for hea d sizes lOdlcsted are denved from formulas for Flat and Oval Countersunk Head TapplOg Screws shown on
page H-59. Requirements for new head and body combinations should be referred to the Subcommittee for development of proper
dimensions.
2 Values no longer tabulated. Formulas are retained here for reference purposes only.

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1998 OF TAPPING SCREWS SCREWS

APPENDIX A (Continued)
Where: 0 '" Basic diameter ollhe screw.
Table A7 Fillister Head Screws

21/Tu 318

7116

1/2

211Tu 318

7116

1/2

AB 100 Degree Flat Countersunk Head Screws

Screw Size Head Diameter Total Head Heig ht Slot Depth
Mal[ A = 2.0400 - 0 .003 to sharp comer Rei'
Min A = 1.8000 - 0.013 'NI1Il rolJld or Ilat 2
Max H = 0.4440 - 0.001 Max T = 0.2220 - 0.0005
o ttru 3/8 Gaging Oia G = 1.7900 - 0.033
Min H = 0.3960 - 0.005 Ref' Min T= 0.1840 - 0.004
Min A = 1.9600 - 0 .013 to sharp comer Ref'
Max A = 1.9200 - 0.003 'NIth ~ or flat'

Sc rew Sae

o thru 12

over 12 thru
1/2
Head Diameter
Max A = 2.4400 0.015
Min A '" 2.3600 - 0.023
Mal[ A - 2.0000 + 0.073
Min A = 1.9300 + 0.063
Table A9 Truss Head Screws
Head Height
Mal[ H - 0.6200
Mln H = 0 .5700 - 0.005
Max H - 0.5200 + 0.020
Min H = 0.4700 + 0.015
Slot Depth
Mal[ T = 0.3500 + 0 .001
Min T = 0.3000 - 0.004
Mal[ T - 0.2930 + 0.014
Min T :: 0.2460 '" 0.008
I
Table A10 Round Head Screws
Screw Size Head Diameter Head Height Slot Depth
MaxA:: 1.8870 Max H = 0 .6450 '" 0.014 Mal[T =0.3670 '" 0.017
o thru 3/8
Min A = 1.8130 - 0.010 Min H = 0.6150 + 0.006 Mln T = 0.2770 + 0 .0 13
Mal[ A - 2.0000 0.125 Max H - 0 .8750 0.055 Max T =0.4980 0.023
7/16
MinA = 1.9260 - 0.135 Min H = 0 .8450 - 0.063 MinT'" 0.3800 - 0.018
Max A - 2.0000 0.188 Max H =0.8750 0.082 Mal[ T - 0.4980 0.038
1/2 Min T =0.3800 - 0.031
Min A '" 1.9260 0.198 Min H = 0.8450 - 0.090
Table A11 Slot Width 10 Slotted Head Screws
Screw Size Basle Width Tolera nce
Basic Slot Width = 0.2800 + 0.004 adjlJSted
o thru 10 Screw Size Plu s Minus
to standard cutter size.
0,1 0.003 0.004
2, 3, 4,5 0.003 0.005
6, 7, 8 0.004 0.005
Basic Slot Width = 0.1600 + 0.024 adjusted
121tn1112 10, 12, 14 , 1/4 , 16 0.005 0.006
to standard cutter size. 0.007
18,5/16, 20 0.005
24 ,318, 7/16 0.005 0 .008
1/2 0.006 0.009
NOTES:
(1) Values no longer tabulated, formulas are retained here for reference purposes only.
(2) Values based on a sidewall of approximately 2-112 percent of the head diameter.

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SCREWS ASME 818.6.4
OF TAPPING SCREWS 1998

APPENDIX A (Continued)
Where: 0 = Basic diameter of the screw.
Table A1 2 Threads and Points for Tapping Screws
Screw Screw
Type Threa d Major Diameter Point Diameter Point Taper Length
Size

AB A. Not specified
Sizes No formula, see Table 6, page H-26 Not applicable
(See Appdx. 0, page H-63)

B, SF, BP A. All Max 5 ::: 2.000p

No Ionms, see Tables 7 an:! 8, pages 1-1-27128 No rormlAa, see Tables 7 and 8
an::! BT Sizes lengths Min S = 1.S00p
Short • Max S = 3.500p
C,D,F, A' Mal( 0 = Basic diameter of the screw Max P = K + 0.200 (2hs) S""., Min S = 2.S00p
Gand T Sizes Min 0 = Min major diameter, Class 2A !tread' Min P = K - Class 2A PO tol '
Long 2 Max S '" 4.500p
S""., Min S ::: 3.500p

Where: K ::: Basic minor diamelflr of Class 2A head'; hs = Height of eJdemalllTead (design form)' : and p '" Pitch of the tlTead.

'Referto ASME 81.1 , page A-33 .

• Refer to Table 9 and Appendix V for detenninant lergths for point taper. Tabulated lergths represent 8 times the pitch ollhe thread for
90 deg heads and 8 times the pitch of the thread plus max H from Table 12 for colrllerslKi< heads, rolrded ~ward 10 nearest 1/32 in.

Table A13 Minimum lengths for Tapping Screws

Screw Hea d
Type Minimum Prac tica l Nominal Scre w Length' Notes
Type

90·

I
Min L = 1.0000 + 2.414 (Max d +4Min d) 2
AB
C,' Min L - 1.0000 + 2.414 ( Max d +4Min d) + Max H (from Table 12) 2

90· Min L = 1.0000 + Max S +2 Min S

B,BF
and BT
c,' Min L; 1.0000 + Max S +2Min S+ MaxH (frDmTable 12)

90· MinL= 1.0000 + MaxS+ Mins +2.748 ( Maxd\Mind) 3

2
BP
C,' Min L = 1.0000 + Max S +2 Min S + 2.748 (Max d \Min d) + Max H (from Table 12) 3

90· Min L = 4.S00p + Max S +2 Min S (S for soort screws from Table 9)
C, O. F. G
,odT MaxS+MinS
C" MinL 4.SOOp +
2
+ Max H (S for short screws from Table 9 and H from Table 12)

Where: 0 = Basic diameter of !he screw: Max H = Maximlm head height for lXldercut flat colJrterstrk head screws; a nd p = Pitch
of !he llTead.

, Lengths given in dimensional tables for respective screw twos represert caicuated values rounded upward to nearest 1132 in.
2 Factor 2.414 in formula represents Cotangent of 22.5 deg, one-half of nominal Type AB point angle.
) Factor 2.748 in formi.Ja represents Cotangent of 20 deg, one-half of nominal Type BP point angle.

NON MANDATORY APPENDIX 8

APPROXIMATE HOLE SIZES FOR TAPPING SCREWS
(Refer to the complete specification.)

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ASME B18.6.4
WRENCH OPENINGS FOR HEX HEAD TAPPING
1998 TAPPING SCREWS SCREWS

NONMANDATORY APPENDIX C
WRENCH OPENINGS FOR HEX HEAD SCREWS

Table C1 Wrench Openings for Hex Head Screws

Nominal Size
of Wrench; NomInal Screw Sizes
Allowance Wrench
Also Basic Betwee n Openings
(Maximum) Head Flats Hex Head Screws Hex Washer
Width Across and Jaws Head
Flats of of Wrench Screws
Min Tol Max Regular Hex l arge Hex
Screw Head
1/6 0.1250 0.002 0.127 0.005 0.132 1 &2 ... 2&3
3116 0.1875 0 .002 0.190 0.005 0.195 3,4, & 5 ... 4&5
7132 0.2187 0 .002 0.220 0.005 0.225 .. . 4 . ..
1/4 0.2500 0.002 0.252 0 .005 0.257 6,7, & 8 5 6,7 , & 8
5116 0.3125 0.003 0.316 0.006 0.322 10 & 12 B 10 & 12
3/8 0.3750 0.003 0.378 0.006 0.384 14 & 1/4 12 14 & 114
7116 0.4375 0.003 0 .440 0 .006 0.446 ... 14&1 /4 . ..
1/2 0 .5000 0.004 0.504 0.006 0.510 5116 & 20 ... 5/16 & 20
9116 0 .5625 0.004 0 .566 0.007 0 .573 24 & 318 ... 24 & 318
5/8 0.6250 0.004 0.629 0.007 0.636 7116 ... 7116
3/4 0.7500 0 .005 0.755 0.008 0.763 1/2 ... 1/2
See Notes 1 2 2

I
NOTES:
<1l Wrenches shall be marked with the "Nominal Size of Wrench" which Is equal 10 the basic (maximum) width across
flats of the corresponding screw head.
(2) The allowance (minimum clearance) between rn3)l:;imum width across nats of screw head and jaws of wrench
equals (O.OO5W + 0 .001). The tolerance on wrench opening equals plus (O.OO5 W + 0.004 from minimum). W
equals the nominal size of wrench.

NON MANDATORY APPENDIX D

DETERMINATION OF MAXIMUM EFFECTIVE DESIGN GRIP LENGTHS

For design reference purposes and se-
lection of proper screw lengths, it is often nec-
essary to determine the maximum effective de-
sign grip length [that portion of the screw length
extending from the head to the first complete
(full form) Ihread beyond the point taperl on the
respective types of tapping screws.
For those types of screws having speci-
fied point taper lengths. the maximum effective
design grip length is determined by deducting
the maximum point taper length from the mini-
mum screw length. For Types AB, A , and BP
screws having points, the lengths of which are
not tabulated . it is necessary to use suitable fac-
tors reflecting the maximum point lengths for
calculating the maximum effective design grip
length. The constants specified in Ta ble 01 are
intended solely to assist the user in this purpose
and shall not be subject to inspection.
It should be noted that for SEM S an ad-
ditional allowance to provide for the height of
washer must also be considered when determin-
ing the maximum effective design grip length.

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TAPPING EFFECTIVE GRIP LENGTHS FOR TYPES A, Abstract of
SCREWS ASME 618.6.4
AB AND BP TAPPING SCREWS 1998

Y= L- Z
Where: L '" minimum screw length
Y = maximum effective design grip
length (minimum distance from
head 10 first full form thread
behind point)
Z '" constant for point length (see
tabul ation below)

Types AB and A Type BP

Table 01 Constants fo r Determining Maximum Effective Design Grip Length on

Types AB , A t and BP Tapping Screws
Type A Not Recommended - Use Type AB
.
(See Paras 1.311 , page H- 15 and 1 31 4, page H- 15)
Z
Constant for Point L. ength
Nominal
Screw Derived from formula Derived from formula
s~. (max minor dia) ( max minor dia) +1 pltch+Smax
cot 20· 2 + 1 pitch cot1S" 2

For Type AB For Type A For Type BP (1)

,
0 0.070
0.091
0.083
0.101
0.105
0.133
2 0.119 0.115 0.174

,
3 0.139 0.1 40 0.202

I "
5
•
7
8
10

14
0.160
0.179
0.193
0.211
0224
0.256
0.296
...
0.156
0.181
0.195
0.219
0.237
0.266
0.314
0.354
0.233
0.264
0.281
0.306
0.324
0.371
0.429
...

,.
1/,

'8
0.335
...
...
...
0.371
0.409
0.478
...
...
5116 0.4 18 ... 0.592
20 ... 0.432 ...
24 ... 0.511 ...
318 0.508 ... 0.706
7116 0.593 ... 0.826
,Q 0.681 ... 0.938
NOTE.
(1) Refer 10 Table 7, page H-27, for S max va lues applicable 10 respective sizes .

APPENDIX E: DIMENSIONS OF TYPE A TAPPING SCREWS

APPENDIX F: DIMENSIONS OF TRUSS HEAD SCREWS
APPENDIX G: DIMENSIONS OF ROUND HEAD SCREWS
APPENDIX H: DIMENSIONS OF SLOTIED HEX WASHER HEAD SCREWS

These Appendixes are not included in this abstract. For these , refer to the complete specification.

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ASME 818.6.4
[
METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS
J DRIVE
1998 . SCREWS
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1. INTROOUCTORY NOTES 3. GENERAL DATA FOR METALLIC

DRIVE SCREWS
1.1 Scope 3.1 Heads

1.1.1 This standard covers the complete gen~ 3.1.1 Bearing Surface. The bearing surface
eral and dimensional data for metallic drive of screw heads shall be perpendicular to the axis
screws recognized as American National Stan- of the screw shanks within 2 deg.
dard. 3.1.2 True Position of Head. The axis of the
head shall be located at true position relative to
1.2 Screw Type and Application the axis of the screw shank within a tolerance
zone having a diameter equivalent to 6% of the
Metallic drive screws are designated specified maximum head diameter, regardless
Type U. They shall have multiple start threads of feature size.
of large helix angle with a pilot point. These
screws are intended for making permanent fas- 3.2 Length
tenings in metals and plastics, when forced into
3.2.1 Measurement. The length of screw shall
the work under pressure. Dimensions are given
be measured, parallel to the axis of the screw,
in Table 30.
from the plane of the bearing surface of the head
to the extreme point.
1.3 Designation
3.2.2 Tolerance on length. The tolerance on
Type U metallic drive screws shall be length of Type U metallic ~rive screws shall be
designated by the following data in the sequence
shown: nominal size (number, fraction or deci-
mal equivalent); nominal length (fraction or deci-
mal equivalent) ; product name, including head
type ; material; protective finish , if required; or,
optionally. by ASME 618.24.1 PIN Code. See
as tabulated below:
Nominal Screw Length
Up to 318 in., incl.
Over 3/8 in.
Tolerance on Length
±0.02
±0.03
I
3.3 Threads
examples below:
Type U metallic drive screws shall have
10 )(5116 Round Head Metallic Drive Screw. Steel
multiple start threads, as speCified for the re-
S640NG88TAA071 55NNAA 1
spective screw size, with a helix angle of 45 to
0.315)( 0 .50 Round Head Metallic Drive Screw, Steel, 65 deg.
Zinc Plated
S640NG88TAG10 155NNCF1 3.4 Points

1.4 Comparison With ISO Type U metallic drive screws shall have
a pilot point. The blunt end of pilot may be slightly
This standard has no ISO counterpart. angular, as depicted in the illustration, due to
the natural flow of material in the cut-off process.
2. OTHER NOTES
3.5 length of Thread
Refer to Introductory Notes for tapping
screws, page H-13 , for other notes applicable Type U metallic drive screws shall have
to metallic drive screws. fully formed threads extending from the base of

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DRIVE Abstract of
SCREWS ASME B18.6.4
1998

+t---L--"j
..-~t=lf--- Helix angle

A +-~

Table 30 Dimensions of Round Head Type U Meta llic Drive Screws

0 A H P
R ecommended
Nominal Size Number Outsid e Head Head Pilot Ho le Size
or Basic of Diameter Diameter Height Diamete r
Screw Thread
Diameter SIa'" Drill
Mu MI" Mu "I" Mu MI" Mu MI" 5., Hole
01.
No.
00 0.0600 6 0.060 0.057 0.099 0.090 0.034 0.026 0.049 0.046 55 0.052
0 0.0750 6 0.075 0.072 0.127 0.118 0.049 0.041 0.063 0.060 5\ 0.067
2
, 0.1000 8 0.100 0.097 0.162 0.146 0.069 0.059 0.063 0.080 44 0.086

I
0.1160 7 0.116 0.112 0.211 0.193 0.086 0.075 0.096 0.092 37 0.104
6 0.1400 7 0.140 0.136 0.260 0.240 0.103 0.091 0.116 0.112 31 0.120
7
8
0.1540
0.1670
8
8
0.154
0.167
0.150
0.162
0.285
0.309
0.264
0.287
D.'"
0.120
0.099
0.107
0.126
0.136
0.122
0.132
2.
27
0.136
0.144
\0 0. 1820 8 0. 182 0.177 0.359 0.334 0.137 0.123 0.150 0.146 20 0.161
\2 0.2120 8 0.212 0.206 0.408 0.382 0.153 0. 139 0.177 0.173 11 0.191
14
511.
0.2420
0.3150
•
11
0.242
0.3 15
0.236
0.309
0.457
0.590
0.429
0.557
0.170
0.216
0.155
0.198
0.202
0.272
0.198
0.267 M
2 0.22 1
0.295
318 0.3780 \2 0.378 0.371 0.708 0.670 0.256 0 .237 0.334 0.329 T 0.358
See Notes 1
1 In. and
Nominal Screw l ength, l 1/8 3116 114 5116 3/8 1~ 5/8 3/' over
Pllol l ength Ref, S 0.047 0.047 0.047 0.047 0.062 0.062 0.078 0.078 0.125
NOTES.
(1) Where specifying nominal size in decimals, zeros preceding decimal and in the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
(2) For additional requirements. refer to Introductory Notes and General Data for metallic drive screws. page H-6S.

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METALLIC DRIVE SCREWS
1998
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pilot to the head except that threads at the start-
ing end and under the head may be incomplete
for a length equal to one-half of the maximum
screw diameter, due to the natural flow of mate-
rial in the thread forming operation.
3.6 Material and Heat Treatment
3.6.1 Steel. Type U metallic drive screws are
normally made of steel suitably hardened to meet
the performance requirements speCified herein.
3.6.2 Other Materials. Where so specified by
the purchaser, drive screws may be made from
corrosion resistant steel or nonferrous metals.
The materials and properties shall be as mutu-
ally agreed upon between the manufacturer and
purchaser.
3.7 Finishes
Unless otherwise specified, screws shall
be supplied with a natural (as processed) finish ,
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unplated or uncoated. Where corrosion preven-
tative treatment is required , screws shall be
plated or coated as agreed upon between the
manufacturer and the purchaser. However,
where carbon steel screws are plated or coated
and subject to hydrogen embrittlement, they shall
be suitably treated subseq uent to the plating or
coating operation to obviate such embrittlement.
3.8 Workmanship
Type U metallic drive screws shall be free
from burrs , seams, laps, loose scale, and other
defects affecting their serviceability.
3.9 Performance Requirements and Tests
Type U metallic drive screws when driven
into holes of sizes recommended (see Table 30)
in steel test plates having a hardness of Rockwell
870 to 885 (70 to 85 HR8), or in cast iron, shall
produce mating threads without shearing of the
threads on the screw or breaking the screw.
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