So it is. Thanks for the correction. The difference between 6-32 & 8-32
remains as stated, though.

Hul

BQ340 wrote:
On 4/5/2015 6:42 PM, Hul Tytus wrote:
6-32 is a course, ie nc, thread. 8-32 is a fine thread, ie nf. The fine
threads do less cutting relative to the screw's major diameter.
The 8-32 will be less likely to break than the 6-32 which, in steel, is
a consideration. In aluminum probably either one would free of worry.
Maybe the 8-32 would be a little freeer.

Hul




"8-32 is a fine thread, ie nf"

No, 8-32 is UNC.

MikeB

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