Applicable to screw types as indicated by code symbols.
  • Types B and BP thread forming and Types BF and BT thread cutting.
This type of recess has a large center opening, tapered wings, and blunt bottom, with all edges relieved or rounded.
Unit of Measure

Manufacturer

Manufacturer

Industrial Fasteners Institute

Specifications

Product

Tapping Screws

Unit of Measure

English

Type

Type I

Nominal Size or Basic Screw Dia.

1/2 in

Nominal Size or Basic Screw Dia. (Decimal)

0.5000 in
Applicable to Screw Types1 3

Max. Head Dia. (A)

0.987 in

Min. Head Dia. (A)

0.958 in

Max. Head Height (H)

0.348 in

Min. Head Height (H)

0.325 in

Min. Head Radius (R)

0.055 in

Ref. Recess Dia. (M)

0.428 in

Ref. Recess Depth (T)

0.268 in

Ref. Recess Width (N)

0.071 in

Driver Size

4

Max. Recess Penetration Gaging Depth

0.260 in

Min. Recess Penetration Gaging Depth

0.235 in

Codes and Standards

Codes and Standards

Abstract of ASME B18.6.4 1998
  • 1 1 = Circle, 2 = Diamond, 3 = Triangle, 4 = Square
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