Shop Floor Charts

5/8-11 Tap Drill Size

Use a 17/32" drill for a 5/8-11 UNC tap — .5312" (13.49 mm).

This drill gives roughly 75% thread, the standard for cut taps. For a form (roll) tap use the larger drill from the tap maker's chart.

Nearby taps

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9/16-18 UNF33/64.5156
5/8-18 UNF37/64.5781

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