EngiRef / Metric Bolt Specification

M5

M5 coarse-thread metric bolt: 0.8 mm pitch, 5 mm major diameter. Tensile stress area 14.2 mm² per ISO 898-1. Takes a 8 mm wrench. Free bolt specification table…

Specification

Size
M5
Pitch (mm)
0.8
Major diameter d (mm)
5
Minor diameter d₃ (mm, external thread)
4.02
Tensile stress area (mm²)
14.2
Head height (mm)
3.5
Head diameter (mm)
8.5
Wrench size (mm)
8

Tensile stress area follows ISO 898-1, At = (π/4)(d − 0.9382p)². Verify against the current standard and the fastener manufacturer's data before safety-critical design.