M18 General Flat Washer (GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089) are specified by thread size, length and head dimensions. The M18 row from the standard is reproduced below, followed by the drill sizes, spanner size and torque values used when installing this size.
M18 Dimensional Row (GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089)
| For bolt size | Inner diameter d1 (mm) | Outer diameter d2 (mm) | Thickness t (mm) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M18 | 19.0 | 34.0 | 3.0 | ISO 7089 / GB/T 97.1 |
Spanner & Drive for M18 General Flat Washer — GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089 (Series 087)
Drive geometry for M18 General Flat Washer — GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089 (Series 087) is given by the row above; match the tool to the listed values.
Common Applications for M18 General Flat Washer — GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089 (Series 087)
M18 General Flat Washer — GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089 (Series 087) are commonly specified for high-load load-spreading on structural joints.
Installation Tips for M18 General Flat Washer — GB/T 97.1 / ISO 7089 (Series 087)
- At M18 the stretch in the bolt becomes the controlling factor — for critical joints, use angle-controlled or stretch-controlled tightening instead of pure torque.
Mating Parts for M18
A M18 flat washer pairs with a M18 bolt/screw and matching M18 nut.

