For Slotted Hex Bolt — GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014 (Series 005), the M4 thread sits in the small-to-medium range of the catalog and is one of the most-asked slotted hex bolt — gb/t 5782 / iso 4014 (series 005) in this family. The dimensional and assembly data follow.
M4 Dimensional Row (GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014)
| Size | Pitch (mm) | Nominal diameter d (mm) | Length L (mm) | Width across flats s (mm) | Width across corners e (mm) | Head height k (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M4 | 0.7 | 4 | 25 | 7.0 | 7.66 | 2.8 |
Spanner & Drive for M4 Slotted Hex Bolt — GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014 (Series 005)
M4 Slotted Hex Bolt — GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014 (Series 005) have a width across flats of 7.0 mm — fit a 7.0 mm open-ended spanner or socket. Use a 6-point socket for tight clearances and to reduce rounding; for repeated assembly choose a torque wrench so the joint preload is repeatable.
Hole Sizes for M4
| Coarse-thread pitch (ISO 724) | 0.7 mm |
|---|---|
| Through-hole / clearance (ISO 273 medium) | 4.5 mm |
| Tapping drill, coarse thread | 3.3 mm |
Tightening Torque for M4
| Class 8.8 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 2.9 Nm |
|---|---|
| Class 10.9 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 4.1 Nm |
| Class 12.9 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 4.9 Nm |
Indicative dry-joint values. Lubrication can lower the required torque by 15–25%. Always confirm against the joint design, especially when going up a strength class.
Common Applications for M4 Slotted Hex Bolt — GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014 (Series 005)
M4 Slotted Hex Bolt — GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014 (Series 005) are commonly specified for precision instruments, small machinery and consumer-electronics enclosures.
Installation Tips for M4 Slotted Hex Bolt — GB/T 5782 / ISO 4014 (Series 005)
- Use a 6-point socket where access allows — 12-point sockets are more prone to rounding the corners on smaller sizes.
- On flanged or serrated variants, do NOT add a separate flat washer — the flange already spreads the load and the washer can defeat the locking serrations.
- At M4 the joint is sensitive to over-torque — use a torque-limiting driver and check the head doesn't bury into a softer counterpart.
When to Step Up or Down from M4
When the joint preload approaches the proof load of M4 class 8.8, step up to M5 class 8.8 (or move to M4 class 10.9). When the joint is over-specified, M3 often saves weight and cost without losing the safety margin.