ASME B18.2.

6-2010

(a) for bolts with nominal lengths to and including 2.5.2 Source Symbols. Each bolt shall be marked
12 in., the maximum camber shall be 0.006 in. per inch to identify the source (manufacturer or private label
(0.006L) of bolt length. distributor) accepting the responsibility for conformance
(b) for bolts with nominal lengths over 12 in. to and to this and other applicable specifications.
including 24 in., the maximum camber shall be 0.008 in.
per inch (0.008L) of length. 2.6 Workmanship
A suggested gage and gaging procedure for checking The allowable limits, inspection, and evaluation of the
bolt straightness is given in ASME B18.2.9. surface discontinuities, quench cracks, forging cracks,
head bursts, sheer bursts, seams, folds, thread laps,
2.2 Materials and Processing voids, tool marks, nicks, and gouges shall be in accor-
Chemical and mechanical properties of steel bolts shall dance with ASTM F 788/F 788M.
conform to ASTM A 325 or ASTM A 490.
2.7 Quality Assurance
2.3 Finish Unless otherwise specified, products shall be fur-
Unless otherwise specified, bolts shall be supplied nished in accordance with ASME B18.18.2.
with a plain (as-processed) finish, unplated or uncoated.
If a finish is required, it shall conform to those approved 3 HEAVY HEX NUTS: ASTM A 563 AND ASTM
in the applicable material standard. A 194
2.4 Designation 3.1 Nut Dimensions
(a) Heavy hex structural bolts shall be designated by Nuts shall conform to the dimensions given in Table 3.
the following data in the sequence shown: product Heavy hex nut formulas for thickness, width across flats,
name, specification, nominal size (fractional or decimal and width across corners are given in Appendix II of
equivalent), threads per inch, product length (fractional ASME B18.2.2.
or two decimal place equivalent), material (including
3.1.1 Width Across Flats. The width across flats of
specification and type where necessary), and protective
heavy hex nuts shall be the overall distance measured,
finish (if required).
perpendicular to the axis of the nut, between two oppo-
EXAMPLES: site sides of the nut in accordance with Table 3. For
(1) Heavy Hex Structural Bolt, ASME B18.2.6, 3⁄4 − 10 ⴛ 21⁄4, milled-from-bar hex nuts, the nominal bar size used
ASTM A 325 Type 1, Hot-Dip Zinc Coated per ASTM F 2329.
shall be the closest commercially available size to the
(2) Heavy Hex Structural Bolt, ASTM A 325 Type 1, 3⁄4 − 10 ⴛ 21⁄4,
specified basic width across flats of the nut. If the bar
Hot-Dip Zinc Coated per ASTM F 2329.
dimensions will not conform to the dimensions in
(b) For a part identifying number (PIN), refer to Table 3, the manufacturers must obtain approval from
ASME B18.24. the purchaser prior to manufacturing.
Maximum width across flats shall not be exceeded
2.4.1 Nominal Size. Where specifying nominal size
(except as stated in the previous paragraph). No trans-
in decimals, zeros preceding the decimal shall be used
verse section through the nut between 25% and 75% of
and the fourth decimal place shall be omitted.
the actual nut thickness, as measured from the bearing
EXAMPLES: surface, shall be less than the minimum width across
(1) Heavy Hex Structural Bolt, ASME B18.2.6, 0.750 − 10 ⴛ 2.25, flats.
ASTM A 325 Type 1, Hot-Dip Zinc Coated per ASTM F 2329.
(2) Heavy Hex Structural Bolt, ASTM A 325 Type 1, 3.1.2 Nut Thickness. The nut thickness shall be the
0.750 − 10 ⴛ 2.25, Hot-Dip Zinc Coated per ASTM F 2329. overall distance measured parallel to the axis of the nut,
from the top of the nut to the bearing surface, and shall
2.5 Identification Symbols include the thickness of the washer face where provided.
Identification marking symbols on the tops of heads
3.1.3 Tops and Bearing Surfaces. Nuts may be dou-
for bolt sizes 5⁄8 in. and smaller shall project not less than
ble chamfered or have a washer faced bearing surface
0.005 in. above the surface nor more than 0.015 in. over
and chamfered top.
the specified maximum head height. Bolt sizes larger
The diameter of chamfer circle on double chamfered
than 5⁄8 in. shall project not less than the equivalent in
nuts and diameter of washer face shall be within the
inches of 0.0075 times the basic bolt diameter above
limits of the maximum width across flats and 95% of
the surface nor more than 0.030 in. over the specified
the minimum width across flats.
maximum head height.
The tops of washer faced nuts shall be flat and the
2.5.1 Grade Symbols. Each bolt shall be marked diameter of chamfer circle shall be equal to the maxi-
in accordance with the requirements of the applicable mum width across flats within a tolerance of −15%. The
specification, ASTM A 325 or ASTM A 490. length of chamfer at hex corners shall be 5% to 15% of

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Table 3 Dimensions of Heavy Hex Nuts for Use With Structural Bolts
Para. 3.1.3 A
Para. 3.1.5 M A M A
Para. 3.1.3 A
F H H
See para. 3.1.3

Total Runout of
Bearing Face FIM,
Width Across Heavy Hex Nuts,
Nominal Size or Basic Width Across Flats, Corners, Thickness, Specified Proof Load
Major Diameter of F G H [Note (5)]
Thread [Note (2)] [Note (3)] [Note (4)] < 150,000 ≥ 150,000
[Note (1)] Nominal Max. Min. Max. Min. Nominal Max. Min. psi psi
1 7 31
⁄2 0.500 ⁄8 0.875 0.850 1.010 0.969 ⁄64 0.504 0.464 0.023 0.016
5
⁄8 0.625 11⁄16 1.062 1.031 1.227 1.175 39
⁄64 0.631 0.587 0.025 0.018
3
⁄4 0.750 11⁄4 1.250 1.212 1.443 1.382 47
⁄64 0.758 0.710 0.027 0.020
7
⁄8 0.875 17⁄16 1.438 1.394 1.660 1.589 55
⁄64 0.885 0.833 0.029 0.022

1 1.000 15⁄8 1.625 1.575 1.876 1.796 63

⁄64 1.012 0.956 0.031 0.024
11⁄8 1.125 113⁄16 1.812 1.756 2.093 2.002 17⁄64 1.139 1.079 0.033 0.027
11⁄4 1.250 2 2.000 1.938 2.309 2.209 17⁄32 1.251 1.187 0.035 0.030
13⁄8 1.375 23⁄16 2.188 2.119 2.526 2.416 111⁄32 1.378 1.310 0.038 0.033
11⁄2 1.500 23⁄8 2.375 2.300 2.742 2.622 115⁄32 1.505 1.433 0.041 0.036

GENERAL NOTE: See additional requirements in section 3. Complete table included in ASME B18.2.2.
NOTES:
(1) See para. 2.4.1.
(2) See para. 3.1.1.
(3) See para. 3.1.4.
(4) See para. 3.1.2.
(5) See para. 3.1.3.

the basic thread diameter. The surface of chamfer may 3.1.6 Countersink. Tapped hole shall be count-
be slightly convex or rounded. ersunk on the bearing face or faces. The maximum coun-
Bearing surfaces shall be flat and, unless otherwise tersink diameter shall be 1.08 times the thread basic
specified, shall be perpendicular to the axis of the (nominal) major diameter. No part of the threaded por-
threaded hole within the total runout (FIM) tabulated tion shall project beyond the bearing surface.
for the respective nut size, type, and strength level.
3.1.4 Corner Fill. A rounding or lack of fill at junc- 3.1.7 Threads. Threads shall be Class 2B in accor-
tion of hex corners with chamfer shall be permissible, dance with ASME B1.1.
provided the width across corners is within specified
limits at and beyond a distance equal to 17.5% of the 3.1.7.1 Thread Gaging. Unless otherwise specified
basic thread diameter from the chamfered faces. by the purchaser, gaging for screw thread dimensional
3.1.5 Position of Hexagon to Tapped Hole. At maxi- acceptability shall be in accordance with Gaging
mum material condition, the nut body shall be located System 21 as specified in ASME B1.3.
at true position with respect to the thread pitch diameter
within a tolerance zone having a diameter equivalent to 3.1.7.2 Overtapping. When nuts are zinc coated,
4% of the maximum width across flats for 11⁄2 in. nominal they shall be overtapped after coating in accordance
size nuts or smaller. with the provisions of ASTM A 563.

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3.2 Materials shall not exceed 0.030 FIM. Burrs shall not project above
Chemical and mechanical properties of heavy hex nuts immediately adjacent washer surface more than 0.010 in.
shall conform to ASTM A 563 grades or ASTM 4.1.3 Finish. Unless otherwise specified, washers
A 194/A 194M, Grade 2H. The nut’s grade shall have a shall be supplied with a plain (as-processed) finish. If a
proof load capacity equal to or greater than the ultimate finish is required, it shall conform to those approved in
tensile strength of the bolt it will be used with. the applicable material standard.
3.3 Finish 4.1.4 Materials and Mechanical Properties. Materi-
Unless otherwise specified, nuts shall be supplied with als and properties shall conform to the requirements
a plain (as-processed) finish, unplated or uncoated. If a specified in ASTM F 436.
finish is required, it shall conform to those approved in 4.1.5 Workmanship. Washers shall be free of excess
the applicable material standard. mill scale, excess coatings, and foreign material on bear-
3.4 Designation ing surfaces. Arc and gas cut washers shall be free of
metal splatter.
(a) Nuts shall be designated by the following data in
the sequence shown: product name, specification, nomi- 4.1.6 Designation
nal size (fraction or decimal), threads per inch, material (a) Washers shall be designated by the following data
(including specification where necessary), and protec- in the sequence shown: product name, specification,
tive finish (if required). nominal size (fraction or decimal), material specifica-
EXAMPLE: Heavy Hex Nut, ASME B18.2.6, 1⁄2 − 13, ASTM A 563,
tion, and protective finish (if required).
Grade C, Plain Finish. EXAMPLES:
(b) For a part identifying number (PIN), refer to (1) Hardened Steel Circular Washer, ASME B18.2.6, 1 1⁄8 ,
ASTM F 436, Mechanical Zinc, ASTM B 695 Class 55, Type 1.
ASME B18.24.
(2) Hardened Steel Circular Washer, ASME B18.2.6, ASTM F 436,
Type 1, 11⁄8, Mechanical Zinc per ASTM B 695 Class 55.
3.5 Identification Symbols
3.5.1 Grade Symbols. Each nut shall be marked in (b) For a part identifying number (PIN), refer to
accordance with the requirements of ASTM A 563 or ASME B18.24.
ASTM A 194/A 194M, Grade 2H, as applicable. 4.1.7 Identification Symbols. Grade and source
3.5.2 Source Symbols. Each nut shall be marked marking and symbols shall conform to the requirements
to identify the source (manufacturer or private label of ASTM F 436. The source marking is intended to iden-
distributor) accepting the responsibility for conformance tify the source accepting the responsibility for the confor-
to this and other applicable specifications. mance to this and other applicable specifications.

3.6 Workmanship 4.1.8 Quality Assurance. Unless otherwise speci-

fied, products shall be furnished in accordance with
Surface discontinuity limits shall be in accordance with ASME B18.18.2.
ASTM F 812/F 812M.
4.2 Square and Clipped Square Beveled Washers
3.7 Quality Assurance
Unless otherwise specified, products shall be fur- 4.2.1 Square Beveled Washer Dimensions. All
nished in accordance with ASME B18.18.2. square beveled and clipped square beveled washers
shall conform to the dimensions given in Table 5.

4 HARDENED STEEL WASHERS 4.2.2 Tolerances. Tolerances for inside diameter for
beveled washers shall be in accordance with Table 5.
4.1 Circular and Circular Clipped Washers The flatness shall not exceed 0.010 in. as the maximum
4.1.1 Circular and Circular Clipped Washer deviation from a straight edge placed on the cut side.
Dimensions. All circular and circular clipped washers Burrs shall not project above immediately adjacent
shall conform to the dimensions given in Table 4. washer surface more than 0.010 in. for smaller than 1 in.
and 0.015 in. for 1 in to 11⁄2 in. The slope or taper in
4.1.2 Tolerances. Washer inside diameter, outside thickness shall be 0.98:6 to 1.02:6.
diameter, thickness, and edge distance shall be in accor-
dance with Table 4. The deviation from flatness shall 4.2.3 Finish. Unless otherwise specified, washers
not exceed 0.010 in. per inch as the maximum deviation shall be supplied with a plain (as-processed) finish. If a
from a straight edge placed on the cut side. Circular finish is required, it shall conform to those approved in
runout of the outside diameter with respect to the hole the material standard.

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