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Thread Pitch Chart
Compare common thread pitches and where to use coarse vs fine thread references.
Thread Pitch Chart lookup
Start with the table, then use the related pages for tapping, clearance holes, pilot holes, and printable shop sheets.
| Thread | System | Major diameter | Pitch | Threads per inch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4-40 UNC | UNC | 0.112 in | 0.635 mm | 40 |
| #6-32 UNC | UNC | 0.138 in | 0.794 mm | 32 |
| #8-32 UNC | UNC | 0.164 in | 0.794 mm | 32 |
| #10-24 UNC | UNC | 0.190 in | 1.058 mm | 24 |
| #10-32 UNF | UNF | 0.190 in | 0.794 mm | 32 |
| 1/4-20 UNC | UNC | 0.250 in | 1.270 mm | 20 |
| 1/4-28 UNF | UNF | 0.250 in | 0.907 mm | 28 |
| 5/16-18 UNC | UNC | 0.313 in | 1.411 mm | 18 |
| 5/16-24 UNF | UNF | 0.313 in | 1.058 mm | 24 |
| 3/8-16 UNC | UNC | 0.375 in | 1.587 mm | 16 |
| 3/8-24 UNF | UNF | 0.375 in | 1.058 mm | 24 |
| 1/2-13 UNC | UNC | 0.500 in | 1.954 mm | 13 |
| 1/2-20 UNF | UNF | 0.500 in | 1.270 mm | 20 |
| M3 x 0.5 | Metric | 3.00 mm | 0.500 mm | 50.80 |
| M4 x 0.7 | Metric | 4.00 mm | 0.700 mm | 36.29 |
| M5 x 0.8 | Metric | 5.00 mm | 0.800 mm | 31.75 |
| M6 x 1 | Metric | 6.00 mm | 1.000 mm | 25.40 |
| M8 x 1.25 | Metric | 8.00 mm | 1.250 mm | 20.32 |
| M10 x 1.5 | Metric | 10.00 mm | 1.500 mm | 16.93 |
| M12 x 1.75 | Metric | 12.00 mm | 1.750 mm | 14.51 |