M6 Metric Thread Dimensions and Pitch

Below are the key dimensions for M6 metric threads: pitch, tap drill and clearance drill according to ISO 724:2023.

M6 Coarse (standard)

M6 Pitch:  1mm
M6 Tap Drill:  5mm
M6 Clearance Drill:  6.6mm
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M6 Metric Thread

M6 ISO metric thread profile illustration

Step onto our M6 Metric Thread Page, your ultimate resource for quick assessments on M6 metric threads. We've compiled an extensive collection of data for all standard metric threads you'll need for your parts, outlining crucial metrics like thread pitch, tap drill, and clearance drill. It's a one-stop-shop for engineers, machinists, and hobbyists seeking precise and reliable details.

M6 Coarse Pitch Dimensions

Nominal Size
d=D
p
r
d2=D2
d3
D1
h3
H1
Tap Drill
M6
6
1
0.144
5.35
4.773
4.917
0.613
0.541
5
All dimensions stated in are mm (millimetre)

M6 Fine Pitch Dimensions

| Nominal Size | d=D | p | r | d2=D2 | d3 | D1 | h3 | H1 | Tap Drill | |--------------|-----|------|-------|-------|------|-------|------|-------|-----------| | M6x0.75 | 6 | 0.75 | 0.108 | 5.513 | 5.08 | 5.188 | 0.46 | 0.406 | 5.2 |

All dimensions stated in are mm (millimetre)

ISO Metric Thread profile

d=D: Major Diameter
p: Pitch
r: Root Radius
d2=D2: Pitch Diameter
d3: Minor Diameter Male Thread
D1: Minor Diameter Female Thread
h3: Thread Height Male
H1: Thread Height Female

Major Diameter

The Major Diameter is the largest diameter on the thread and is measured from the thread crest to crest (peak of the thread).

Pitch

This is the distance (mm) from one thread to the next, this can be measured from tip to tip or groove to groove. Pitch can also be defined as TPI, which stands for threads per inch.

Minor Diameter

Minor Diameter is the smallest diameter on the thread and is measured from the thread root to root (Bottom of the thread).

Thread Angle

The angle between the thread faces. 60 degrees in the example above.

Right-Hand Thread

The thread will assemble when rotated clockwise. "righty tighty lefty loosely"

Left-Hand Thread

The thread will assemble when rotated counter-clockwise.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pitch of an M6 thread?

The pitch for an M6 thread is 1 mm.

What is the tap drill for an M6 thread?

The tap drill for an M6 thread is 5 mm.

What size is a clearance hole for an M6 thread?

The clearance drill for an M6 thread is 6.6 mm.

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