1/4-20 UNC tap drill size
#7 drill — 0.2010 in / 5.11 mm (75% thread)
Major Ø 0.2500 in · 20 threads per inch · coarse series. The chart pick targets 75% thread; nearby standard drills:
| Drill | Decimal (in) | mm | Thread % |
|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | 0.2040 | 5.18 | 71% |
| 13/64 | 0.2031 | 5.16 | 72% |
| #7 | 0.2010 | 5.11 | 75% |
| #8 | 0.1990 | 5.05 | 79% |
Cut taps only — roll-form taps need a larger hole. 65–75% suits general work; drop toward 55% in tough material. Verify before you cut.
Same size, fine series: 1/4-28 UNF
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