M10 Nylon Insert Hex Lock Nut (Type 2) are manufactured to GB/T 6182 / ISO 10513 with a coarse thread pitch of 1.5 mm. This page lists the controlling dimensions for the M10 size — head geometry, width across flats, matching spanner size — together with the clearance hole, tapping drill and tightening torque used at assembly.
M10 Dimensional Row (GB/T 6182 / ISO 10513)
| Size | Pitch (mm) | Width across flats s (mm) | Width across corners e (mm) | Total height m (mm) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M10 | 1.5 | 16.0 | 17.77 | 10.0 | ISO 7040 / DIN 985 |
Spanner & Drive for M10 Nylon Insert Hex Lock Nut (Type 2) — GB/T 6182 / ISO 10513 (Series 051)
Drive geometry for M10 Nylon Insert Hex Lock Nut (Type 2) — GB/T 6182 / ISO 10513 (Series 051) is given by the row above; match the tool to the listed values.
Common Applications for M10 Nylon Insert Hex Lock Nut (Type 2) — GB/T 6182 / ISO 10513 (Series 051)
M10 Nylon Insert Hex Lock Nut (Type 2) — GB/T 6182 / ISO 10513 (Series 051) are commonly specified for general-purpose joints in machinery, fixturing and equipment frames.
Mating Parts for M10
Pair M10 with the matching M10 bolt or screw, plus a M10 flat washer where required to distribute load on softer materials.
When to Step Up or Down from M10
When the joint preload approaches the proof load of M10 class 8.8, step up to M12 class 8.8 (or move to M10 class 10.9). When the joint is over-specified, M8 often saves weight and cost without losing the safety margin.

