Metric fine

M64 × 3.0

Tap drill 61 mm for a M64 × 3.0 thread — major Ø 64 mm, pitch 3 mm (8.47 TPI).

Tap drill
61 mm
61 mm · ≈77% thread

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Thread form & key diameters

Major Ø 64 mmP 3 mm60°Minor Ø 60.319 mm · Pitch Ø 62.052 mmM64 × 3.08.47 TPI · 60° form

Dimensions

DesignationM64 × 3.0
Major (outside) diameter64 mm · 2.5197"
Pitch3 mm · 8.47 TPI
Pitch diameter62.052 mm · 2.443"
Minor diameter (external)60.319 mm · 2.3748"
Minor diameter (internal)60.753 mm · 2.3918"
Recommended tap drill61 mm · ≈77% thread
Clearance holeClose 66 · Normal 70 · Loose 74 mm
Hex head (across flats)95 mm

ISO 273 clearance holes (fine / medium / coarse).

Tightening torque estimate

Target preload is 75% of proof load; torque is estimated from T = K · F · d.

Grade / classStress areaPreloadTorque
Class 8.82940.3 mm²1279.01 kN16371.4 N·m
Class 10.92940.3 mm²1830.31 kN23428 N·m
Class 12.92940.3 mm²2139.04 kN27379.7 N·m
These figures assume a nut factor of K = 0.20 (dry / as-received steel). K captures thread and head friction and can swing torque by 30% or more — a lubricated joint needs noticeably less. Change the lubrication assumption in the bolt-torque calculator.

What tap drill do I need for M64 × 3.0?

For a M64 × 3.0 thread, drill the hole with a 61 mm tap drill (61 mm — the standard D − P rule) before tapping. That produces roughly 77% thread engagement, the usual target for a strong, tappable hole. The mating bolt has a major diameter of 64 mm and a pitch of 3 mm (8.47 TPI).

To pass a M64 × 3.0 bolt through a part rather than thread it, use a clearance hole: Close 66 · Normal 70 · Loose 74 mm.

All values are generated from the standard thread formulas (ISO 68-1 / ASME B1.1) and published standard tables — not hand-entered. See the full reference.

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