Machine Screws
Machine screws are small-diameter screws, usually #0 to 3/8 in or M1.6 to M10, made in many head and drive styles. The most common is the Phillips pan head.
Common head and drive styles
| Head | Drive options | Metric equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Pan | Phillips, slotted, Torx | ISO 7045 (DIN 7985) |
| Flat 82 deg | Phillips, slotted | ISO 7046 (DIN 965) - 90 deg |
| Oval | Phillips, slotted | ISO 7047 |
| Round / truss | Phillips, slotted | - |
| Fillister / cheese | Slotted | ISO 1207 (DIN 84) |
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ASME B18.6.3 · ISO 7045 / 7046 · machine screws
What it is
FIELD IDENTIFICATION
Machine screws are small-diameter screws, usually #0 to 3/8 in or M1.6 to M10, made in many head
and drive styles. The most common is the Phillips pan head.
Phillips pan head shown - the most common
machine screw
Common head and drive styles
Head
Drive options
Metric equivalent
Pan
Phillips, slotted, Torx
ISO 7045 (DIN 7985)
Flat 82 deg
Phillips, slotted
ISO 7046 (DIN 965) - 90 deg
Oval
Phillips, slotted
ISO 7047
Round / truss
Phillips, slotted
-
Fillister / cheese
Slotted
ISO 1207 (DIN 84)
Key points
Machine screws normally carry no grade mark or manufacturer mark. Material (steel, 18-8, brass) and finish are in the part number.
Governing standards: ASME B18.6.3-2023; ISO 7045; ISO 7046. Editions shown are the latest confirmed as of September 2026. The drawing and the governing standard always
take precedence over this sheet.
torquing any fastener. Verify the current governing standard, project documents, OEM requirements, size, thread, coating and lot certification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Fastener App disclaims liability
arising from reliance on this reference.
Fastener Guide reference FG-F43F3F · thefastenerapp.com/fastener-guide/technical-reference/machine-screws · © The Fastener App. Reference only — verify the current governing standard, drawing and manufacturer data before specifying or installing.

























