Dimensional data for M42 Hex Nuts to ISO 4032 / ISO 4033, with the drive and the installation notes for this type. Values are taken from the governing standard rather than from a general machine-thread table, because this type is not selected on one.
M42 Dimensional Row (ISO 4032 / ISO 4033)
| Size | Pitch (mm) | Width across flats s (mm) | Width across corners e min (mm) | Nut height m style 1 (mm) | Nut height m style 2 (mm) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M42 | 4.5 | 65.0 | 71.3 | 34.0 | 42.0 | ISO 4032 (Style1) / ISO 4033 (Style2) |
Spanner & Drive for M42 Hex Nuts
M42 Hex Nuts have a width across flats of 65.0 mm — fit a 65.0 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.
Common Applications for M42 Hex Nuts
M42 Hex Nuts are commonly specified for structural joints, flange connections and heavy equipment foundations.
Installation Tips for M42 Hex Nuts
- 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 M42 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 M42
Pair M42 with the matching M42 bolt or screw, plus a M42 flat washer where required to distribute load on softer materials.
