What Does M6 1.0 Mean

The standard metric rack screw is called M6 x 1. The ‘M’ means it’s metric. The ‘6’ is the outside diameter measured in millimeters, and the ‘1’ is the distance between adjacent threads, also in millimeters.

What does M6 mean in size?

M6 Threads M6 refers to a metric 6 mm screw. The outside diameter of the threads is 6 mm. The standard metric rack screw is actually an M6 x 0.1 mm. The number 0.1 mm refers to 0.1 threads per millimeter. You can identify an M6 screw by measuring the diameter at slightly more than 7/32″ (0.228″).

What does M8 1.25 mean?

8 means 8mm nominal diameter (the thread will be less than 8 mm at the widest point) X 1.25 means 1.25 mm per thread (thanks the standard coarse pitch for this thread)