#4-40 UNC tap drill size
#43 drill — 0.0890 in / 2.26 mm (71% thread)
Major Ø 0.1120 in · 40 threads per inch · coarse series. The chart pick targets 75% thread; nearby standard drills:
| Drill | Decimal (in) | mm | Thread % |
|---|---|---|---|
| #42 | 0.0935 | 2.37 | 57% |
| #43 | 0.0890 | 2.26 | 71% |
| #44 | 0.0860 | 2.18 | 80% |
| #45 | 0.0820 | 2.08 | 92% |
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: #4-48 UNF
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