The M5 size of Phillips Countersunk Machine Screw is dimensioned by GB/T 819.1 / ISO 7046. The tables below give the dimensional row from the standard, the drill and spanner sizes that go with it, and the assembly torque per property class. The technical drawing on this page redraws to the exact values selected.
M5 Dimensional Row (GB/T 819.1 / ISO 7046)
| Size | Pitch (mm) | Length L (mm) | Head diameter dk (mm) | Head height k (mm) | Cross recess | Countersink angle (deg) | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M5 | 0.8 | 30 | 9.2 | 2.5 | PH2 | 90 | ISO 7046 / GB/T 819 |
Spanner & Drive for M5 Phillips Countersunk Machine Screw — GB/T 819.1 / ISO 7046 (Series 029)
The hex socket for M5 Phillips Countersunk Machine Screw — GB/T 819.1 / ISO 7046 (Series 029) is shown in the spec table — use the matching Allen / hex key (an ISO 2936 hex key set covers the full range). A T-handle key gives the most feel when you are judging preload by hand; anything repeated across a batch wants a torque-controlled driver instead.
Hole Sizes for M5
| Coarse-thread pitch (ISO 724) | 0.8 mm |
|---|---|
| Through-hole / clearance (ISO 273 medium) | 5.5 mm |
| Tapping drill, coarse thread | 4.2 mm |
Tightening Torque for M5
| Class 8.8 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 5.9 Nm |
|---|---|
| Class 10.9 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 8.7 Nm |
| Class 12.9 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 10 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.
Proof Load & Strength for M5
| Tensile stress area As (ISO 724) | 14.2 mm² |
|---|---|
| Proof load, class 8.8 | 8.2 kN |
| Proof load, class 10.9 | 12 kN |
| Proof load, class 12.9 | 14 kN |
| Min. ultimate tensile load, class 8.8 | 11 kN |
Proof load = tensile stress area × the proof stress Sp of the class, per ISO 898-1 — Sp is a lower figure than the yield stress Rp0.2 and the two are not interchangeable. The stress area is computed from this size's own diameter and pitch, so a fine-pitch designation gives the fine-pitch figure. Design the joint so the working preload stays below the proof load of the class selected.
M5 Phillips Countersunk Machine Screw — GB/T 819.1 / ISO 7046 (Series 029) Weight
A steel M5 phillips countersunk machine screw at the listed 30 mm length weighs approximately 16 g each — about 16 kg per 1,000 pieces. Stainless A2/A4 weighs roughly the same (density 7.9–8.0 g/cm³).
Actual weight varies slightly with head form, thread and finish; use this figure for freight estimation only.
Installation Tips for M5 Phillips Countersunk Machine Screw — GB/T 819.1 / ISO 7046 (Series 029)
- Use a quality Allen key fully seated in the socket — partial engagement is the most common cause of stripped sockets at this size.
- For countersunk and button-head variants, chamfer the through-hole to seat the head flush without preloading the head/shank fillet.
- At M5 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 M5
When the joint preload approaches the proof load of M5 class 8.8, step up to M6 class 8.8 (or move to M5 class 10.9). When the joint is over-specified, M4 often saves weight and cost without losing the safety margin.
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Need phillips countersunk machine screw in a size this table does not list?
This page covers M5 phillips countersunk machine screw. Material and finish are usually what drives a special — a grade the standard part is not stocked in, or a coating chosen against a salt-spray figure instead of a default. Made by cold heading or warm forging.
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