M4 to M14 thick hex bolts have various specifications that cater to different applications. Here are some key details:
Dimensions and Thread Pitch- Diameter range: M4 to M14
- Length range: 10mm to 250mm or more, depending on the application
- Thread pitch:
- M4: 0.7mm
- M5: 0.8mm
- M6: 1mm
- M8: 1.25mm
- M10: 1.5mm
- M12: 1.75mm
- M14: 2mm (coarse) or 1.5mm (fine)
Materials and Finishes- Materials: Carbon steel, stainless steel (304, 316), chrome-moly steel, alloy steel
- Finishes:
- Zinc plating: provides corrosion resistance, ideal for outdoor or moist environments
- Black oxide: provides a black finish while maintaining corrosion resistance, primarily used for visual appeal
Strength Classes- Class 4.6: Low or medium carbon steel, tensile strength of 400 MPa, suitable for automotive and OEM applications
- Class 8.8: Medium carbon steel, tensile strength of 800 MPa, suitable for automotive and structural steelwork applications
- Class 10.9: Alloy steel, tensile strength of 1,000 MPa, suitable for high-stress applications
- Class 12.9: Alloy steel, tensile strength of 1,200 MPa, suitable for precision machinery and high-strength applications
Applications- Automotive: Engine mounts, suspension systems, and other high-stress applications
- Construction: Building, bridges, and other structural applications
- Industrial: Machinery, equipment, and other industrial applications
- Aerospace: High-strength and precision applications