EngiRef / Metric Bolt Specification

M12

M12 coarse-thread metric bolt: 1.75 mm pitch, 12 mm major diameter. Tensile stress area 84.3 mm² per ISO 898-1. Takes a 19 mm wrench. Free bolt specification…

Specification

Size
M12
Pitch (mm)
1.75
Major diameter d (mm)
12
Minor diameter d₃ (mm, external thread)
9.85
Tensile stress area (mm²)
84.3
Head height (mm)
7.5
Head diameter (mm)
18
Wrench size (mm)
19

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.