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M10 set / grub screw size
5 mm Allen key
hex key size for M10 set screw
M10 set screw — Heavy shaft collars, pulleys, gears.
Full specification
| System | Metric coarse |
| Nominal diameter | 10 mm |
| Thread pitch | 1.5 mm |
| Allen key / hex socket | 5 mm |
| Tap drill | 8.5 mm |
| Clearance hole | 11 mm |
| Common grade / class | 12.9 |
| Typical torque | 35 Nm (25.8 ft·lb) |
About M10 set screws
Heavy shaft collars, pulleys, gears.
Set screws (also called grub screws) are headless screws with a hexagonal socket. They are used to secure an object within or against another object. Common applications include securing pulleys, gears, and collars to shafts.
Grade 12.9 indicates high-strength alloy steel for demanding applications.
Frequently asked questions
- What size Allen key fits M10 set screw?
- M10 set screw uses a 5 mm Allen key.
- What is the torque for M10 set screw?
- Typical torque for M10 set screw in 12.9 is about 35 Nm (25.8 ft·lb).
- What are set screws used for?
- M10 set screws are used in heavy shaft collars, pulleys, gears.