When you need Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw — GB/T 818 / ISO 7045 (Series 033) in the M5 size, the controlling values come from GB/T 818 / ISO 7045. This page lists them in one place — pitch, head geometry, tool size and the matching hole.
M5 Dimensional Row (GB/T 818 / ISO 7045)
| Size | Pitch (mm) | Length L (mm) | Head diameter dk (mm) | Head height k (mm) | Cross recess | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M5 | 0.8 | 30 | 9.5 | 3.0 | PH2 | ISO 7045 / GB/T 818 |
Spanner & Drive for M5 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw — GB/T 818 / ISO 7045 (Series 033)
M5 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw — GB/T 818 / ISO 7045 (Series 033) use a PH2 cross recess. Match the driver bit to the recess (Phillips PH / Pozi PZ are NOT interchangeable).
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) | ≈ 5.8 Nm |
|---|---|
| Class 10.9 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 8.1 Nm |
| Class 12.9 (dry, ~µ 0.125) | ≈ 9.7 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 M5 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw — GB/T 818 / ISO 7045 (Series 033)
M5 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw — GB/T 818 / ISO 7045 (Series 033) are commonly specified for electronics, PCB hardware, optical mounts and small-scale machinery.
Mating Parts for M5
For M5, pair with a M5 hex nut (ISO 4032 / DIN 934) and, where used, a M5 flat washer (ISO 7089 / DIN 125A) under the head and under the nut.
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.