#8-32 UNC tap drill size
#29 drill — 0.1360 in / 3.45 mm (69% thread)
Major Ø 0.1640 in · 32 threads per inch · coarse series. The chart pick targets 75% thread; nearby standard drills:
| Drill | Decimal (in) | mm | Thread % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/64 | 0.1406 | 3.57 | 58% |
| #28 | 0.1405 | 3.57 | 58% |
| #29 | 0.1360 | 3.45 | 69% |
| #30 | 0.1285 | 3.26 | 87% |
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: #8-36 UNF
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