Metric Socket Size Chart
| 3/8″ Drive | 1/4″ Drive | ¾” Drive | ½” Drive |
| 11mm | 8mm | 25mm | 14mm |
| 12mm | 9mm | 26mm | 15mm |
| 13mm | 10mm | 27mm | 16mm |
| 14mm | 11mm | 28mm | 17mm |
| Bolt Diameter (mm) | Head/Wrench Size (mm) | |
|---|---|---|
| ANSI/ISO | JIS | |
| 8 | 13 | 12 |
| 10 | 16 | 14 |
| 12 | 18 | 17 |
What size socket for a 36mm fastener?
A 36mm socket is 1 7/16" in standard (SAE) size, almost. 1 7/16" converts into so a 1 7/16 socket is the standard socket that best fits a 36mm fastener. OK, all these questions might take a while, this socket conversion chart might be more helpful.
Is the socket head size chart applicable to all sockets?
The chart is applicable 99% of the time for open end, box end, 6 and 12 point sockets. In some cases a manufacturer may adjust the head size of a bolt in order to have the head fit into a certain location.
What is the socket conversion chart?
This socket conversion chart tells you which standard (SAE) socket to use with your metric (mm) fasteners, it is not a measurement conversion chart. Visit www.LRFIX.com Tip: If your slightly over-sized socket doesn't fit you can try placing a thin piece of cloth over the bolt before pressing the socket into place.
What is the difference between a hex nut and a socket?
A heavy hex nut is exactly 1/8 inches larger across the flats than a normal hex nut. This means you need a 1/8 inches larger wrench or socket to be able to install this nut. They also have a higher load strength than a normal hex nut. The above table shows the diameter, hex – and socket size as measured in millimeters.
What size is a 12 mm nut?
Product detailsDiameter:12mmThread pitch:1.75mmWidth across the flats:19mmWidth across the flats Min:18.67mm13 more rows
What size is M12 bolt in MM?
Dimensions for DIN931 Hex Head BoltDiameter (d)PitchHead Depth (k)M71.0mm4.8mmM81.25mm5.3mmM101.5mm6.4mmM121.75mm7.5mm17 more rows
What is the diameter of a 12mm bolt?
Metric Hex Bolt DimensionsNOMINAL SIZE (D)BODY DIAMETERm1212.0011.73m1414.0013.73m1616.0015.73m2020.0019.6713 more rows
What is M12 in standard?
Table 3.MetricClosest InchM10-1.53/8-16 (Smaller)M12-1.751/2-13 (Larger)M14-2.09/16-12 (Larger)M16-2.05/8-11 (Smaller)16 more rows
What does M12 mean?
The first half (M12), is the size measurement (metric) taken across the outside diameter of the thread (which in this case is 12mm). The second half is the thread pitch, which is the measurement of threads/inch (which in this case is 1.75).
How do I know what size bolt I need?
To measure the diameter of screws and bolts, you measure the distance from the outer thread on one side to the outer thread on the other side. This is called the major diameter and will usually be the proper size of the bolt.
What size bolt fits a 13mm socket?
M8Metric Fasteners - Wrench size needed for Driving common NutsScrew SizeWrench Size *Alt Size, Acorn ***M813mm13mmM1017mm16mmM1219mm18mm8 more rows
What size drill bit do I need for a M12 Rawl bolt?
20 mmAnswersSpecificationBolt SizeM12BrandRawlplugDrill Size20 mmManufacturer Guarantee1 Year Guarantee5 more rows
Standard sockets that work on Metric bolts (chart)
This socket conversion chart tells you which standard (SAE) socket to use with your metric (mm) fasteners, it is not a measurement conversion chart.
Standard Socket vs Metric Socket Sizes
Standard sockets are measured in inches while metric sockets are measured in milimeters (mm). Depending on the region you live in, one measurement system will be more common than the other. This can become frustrating because different manufacturers also embrace different measurement systems.
What is a 30 mm socket in standard size?
A 30mm socket is 1 3/16" in standard (SAE) size, almost. 1 3/16" converts into 30.163mm so 1 3/16 is the closest standard socket that may fit your 30mm fastener.
What is a 36 mm in standard size?
A 36mm socket is 1 7/16" in standard (SAE) size, almost. 1 7/16" converts into so a 1 7/16 socket is the standard socket that best fits a 36mm fastener.