1.1.1 This Standard contains the complete general
and dimensional requirements for Metric Series Hexagon
Socket Button Head Cap Screws of nominal sizes
from 3 mm to 16 mm recognized as an American National
Standard. Also included are appendices covering
formulas for dimensions, part numbering system and
preferred sues for government use, and thread dimensions.
The application of these screws is limited by their
design as denoted below.
This product is designed and recommended for applications
where a lower head projle than that of the
normal socket head cap screw (ASMEIAhW B18.3.1M)
is required to prevent interference. Wrenchability is
signgcantly reduced due to the smaller sockets and
shallower key engagements and, because of the head
conjguration, the property class 12.9 tensile loads will
not be met. It may be necessary to assemble this product
using a nut to develop the full clamping capability.
1 .I .2 The inclusion of dimensional data in this Standard
is not intended to imply that all of the products
described are stöck production sizes. Consumers are requested
to consult with manufacturers concerning lists
of stock production sizes.
ASME B18.3.4M-1986(R2002) history
0000 ASME B18.3.4M-1986(R2008)
0000 ASME B18.3.4M-1986(R2002)
1986ASME B18.3.4M-1986 Hexagon Socket Button Head Cap Screws (Metric Series)