What this calculator does
The calculator supports hole selection for general-purpose bolted assemblies. Medium is often a useful starting point; fine reduces assembly play while coarse gives more positional allowance.
Look up the tabulated fine, medium, or coarse clearance-hole diameter for a metric thread.
Set the inputs and run the calculation.
The calculator supports hole selection for general-purpose bolted assemblies. Medium is often a useful starting point; fine reduces assembly play while coarse gives more positional allowance.
Special applications require a design-specific hole selection. Also check bearing area, edge distance, assembly clearance, coatings, and possible interference with the under-head fillet.