ISO 8538:1999
(Main)Aerospace — Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, classifications: 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/235 degrees C, 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/315 degrees C and 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/425 degrees C — Dimensions
Aerospace — Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, classifications: 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/235 degrees C, 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/315 degrees C and 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/425 degrees C — Dimensions
This International Standard specifies the dimensions of self-locking hexagonal nuts, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, of classifications: 1 100 MPa1)/235 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/315 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/425 °C2). This International Standard is only applicable for the compilation of aerospace product standards.
Aéronautique et espace — Écrous hexagonaux, à freinage interne, avec chambrage et rondelle captive, à filetage MJ, classifications: 1 100 MPa (à température ambiante)/235 degrés C, 1 100 MPa (à température ambiante)/315 degrés C et 1 100 MPa (à température ambiante)/425 degrés C — Dimensions
La présente Norme internationale spécifie les dimensions des écrous hexagonaux, à freinage interne, avec chambrage et rondelle captive, à filetage MJ, de classifications: 1 100 MPa1)/235 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/315 °C2) et 1 100 MPa1)/425 °C2). La présente Norme internationale est applicable uniquement à l'élaboration de normes de produit destinées aux constructions aérospatiales.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 03-Feb-1999
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 20/SC 4 - Aerospace fastener systems
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 20/SC 4 - Aerospace fastener systems
- Current Stage
- 9093 - International Standard confirmed
- Start Date
- 19-Oct-2021
- Completion Date
- 12-Feb-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 15-Apr-2008
Overview
ISO 8538:1999 defines the dimensions for aerospace hexagonal, self-locking nuts with a counterbore and captive washer using MJ threads. It covers nuts of classification 1 100 MPa (ambient)/235 °C, 1 100 MPa (ambient)/315 °C, and 1 100 MPa (ambient)/425 °C. This International Standard is intended for the compilation of aerospace product standards and provides dimensional requirements to support procurement and manufacturing compliance.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope: Dimensional specification for self-locking hexagonal nuts with counterbore and captive washer (MJ threads) for specified strength/temperature classifications.
- Dimensions and tolerances: All dimensions and tolerances are given in millimetres. Values apply after any surface coating(s) but before lubricant application.
- Threading: MJ thread limits and basic fit are referenced to ISO 5855‑2. Thread tolerances in the self-locking zone apply before forming out-of-round.
- Self-locking feature: Achieved by localized out-of-round form in the nut (tooling marks permissible in that area). The captive washer must be free to rotate on the nut.
- Form and position tolerances: Conform to ISO 8788 (tolerances of form and position for nuts).
- Compatibility: Dimensions were determined to satisfy the procurement specification ISO 5858 (self-locking nuts with maximum operating temperature ≤ 425 °C).
- Product configuration: Figure and table layouts define key dimensions (bearing diameter, wrench engagement, chamfer, etc.) and include notes on surface texture and manufacturing discretion where details are not specified.
Applications and users
- Who uses ISO 8538:
- Aerospace design and structural engineers specifying fasteners for airframes, engines, and high-temperature assemblies.
- Fastener manufacturers producing MJ-thread hex nuts with captive washers.
- Quality and inspection teams verifying dimensional conformity.
- Procurement specialists and standards writers compiling aerospace product standards.
- Practical applications:
- High-temperature aerospace joints where self-locking capability and captive washer retention are required.
- Components exposed to elevated temperatures (up to classification limits) in propulsion, bleed air systems, and hot-structure assemblies.
- Standardizing parts lists and procurement documents to ensure interchangeability and traceability.
Related standards
- ISO 5855‑2 - MJ threads: limit dimensions for bolts and nuts.
- ISO 5858 - Procurement specification for self-locking nuts (≤ 425 °C).
- ISO 8788 - Fastener tolerances of form and position.
Keywords: ISO 8538:1999, aerospace nuts, hexagonal self-locking nuts, MJ threads, captive washer, counterbore, dimensions, high-temperature fasteners, aerospace standards.
ISO 8538:1999 - Aerospace -- Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, classifications: 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/235 degrees C, 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/315 degrees C and 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/425 degrees C -- Dimensions
ISO 8538:1999 - Aéronautique et espace -- Écrous hexagonaux, a freinage interne, avec chambrage et rondelle captive, a filetage MJ, classifications: 1 100 MPa (a température ambiante)/235 degrés C, 1 100 MPa (a température ambiante)/315 degrés C et 1 100 MPa (a température ambiante)/425 degrés C -- Dimensions
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 8538:1999 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Aerospace — Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, classifications: 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/235 degrees C, 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/315 degrees C and 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/425 degrees C — Dimensions". This standard covers: This International Standard specifies the dimensions of self-locking hexagonal nuts, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, of classifications: 1 100 MPa1)/235 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/315 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/425 °C2). This International Standard is only applicable for the compilation of aerospace product standards.
This International Standard specifies the dimensions of self-locking hexagonal nuts, with counterbore and captive washer, with MJ threads, of classifications: 1 100 MPa1)/235 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/315 °C2), 1 100 MPa1)/425 °C2). This International Standard is only applicable for the compilation of aerospace product standards.
ISO 8538:1999 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 49.030.30 - Nuts. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 8538:1999 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 8538:1986. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 8538
Second edition
1999-02-01
Aerospace — Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking,
with counterbore and captive washer, with
MJ threads, classifications: 1 100 MPa
(at ambient temperature)/235 °C, 1 100 MPa
(at ambient temperature)/315 °C and
1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/425 °C
— Dimensions
Aéronautique et espace — Écrous hexagonaux, à freinage interne, avec
chambrage et rondelle captive, à filetage MJ, classifications: 1 100 MPa
(à température ambiante)/235 °C, 1 100 MPa (à température
ambiante/315 °C et 1 100 MPa (à température ambiante)/425 °C —
Dimensions
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Reference number
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies (ISO
member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO technical
committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has
the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in
liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
International Standards are drafted in accordance with the rules given in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 3.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for voting.
Publication as an International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting a vote.
International Standard ISO 8538 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 20, Aircraft and space vehicles,
Subcommittee SC 4, Aerospace fastener systems.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 8538:1986), which has been technically revised.
© ISO 1999
All rights reserved. Unless otherwise specified, no part of this publication may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, including photocopying and microfilm, without permission in writing from the publisher.
International Organization for Standardization
Case postale 56 • CH-1211 Genève 20 • Switzerland
Internet iso@iso.ch
Printed in Switzerland
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© ISO
Introduction
The dimensions specified in this International Standard have been determined to allow production of a part which
will satisfy the requirements of the procurement specification ISO 5858.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD © ISO ISO 8538:1999(E)
Aerospace — Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking, with counterbore
and captive washer, with MJ threads, classifications:
1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/235 °C, 1 100 MPa
(at ambient temperature)/315 °C and 1 100 MPa (at ambient
temperature)/425 °C — Dimensions
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies the dimensions of self-locking hexagonal nuts, with counterbore and captive
1) 2) 1) 2) 1) 2)
washer, with MJ threads, of classifications: 1 100 MPa /235 °C , 1 100 MPa /315 °C , 1 100 MPa /425 °C .
This International Standard is only applicable for the compilation of aerospace product standards.
2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain prov
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NORME ISO
INTERNATIONALE 8538
Deuxième édition
1999-02-01
Aéronautique et espace — Écrous
hexagonaux, à freinage interne, avec
chambrage et rondelle captive, à
filetage MJ, classifications: 1 100 MPa
(à température ambiante)/235 °C,
1 100 MPa (à température ambiante)/315 °C
et 1 100 MPa (à température
ambiante)/425 °C — Dimensions
Aerospace — Nuts, hexagonal, self-locking, with counterbore and captive
washer, with MJ threads, classifications: 1 100 MPa (at ambient
temperature)/235 °C, 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/315 °C and
1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/425 °C — Dimensions
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Numéro de référence
Avant-propos
L'ISO (Organisation internationale de normalisation) est une fédération mondiale d'organismes nationaux de
normalisation (comités membres de l'ISO). L'élaboration des Normes internationales est en général confiée aux
comités techniques de l'ISO. Chaque comité membre intéressé par une étude a le droit de faire partie du comité
technique créé à cet effet. Les organisations internationales, gouvernementales et non gouvernementales, en
liaison avec l'ISO, participent également aux travaux. L'ISO collabore étroitement avec la Commission
électrotechnique internationale (CEI) en ce qui concerne la normalisation électrotechnique.
Les Normes internationales sont rédigées conformément aux règles données dans les Directives ISO/CEI, Partie 3.
Les projets de Normes internationales adoptés par les comités techniques sont soumis aux comités membres pour
vote. Leur publication comme Normes internationales requiert l'approbation de 75 % au moins des comités
membres votants.
La Norme internationale ISO 8538 a été élaborée par le comité technique ISO/TC 20, Aéronautique et espace,
sous-comité SC 4, Éléments de fixation pour constructions aérospatiales.
Cette deuxième édition annule et remplace la première édition (ISO 8538:1986), dont elle constitue une révision
technique.
© ISO 1999
Droits de reproduction réservés. Sauf prescription différente, aucune partie de cette publication ne peut être reproduite ni utilisée sous quelque
forme que ce soit et par aucun procédé, électronique ou mécanique, y compris la photocopie et les microfilms, sans l'accord écrit de l'éditeur.
Organisation internationale de normalisation
Case postale 56 • CH-1211 Genève 20 • Suisse
Internet iso@iso.ch
Imprimé en Suisse
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© ISO
Introduction
Les dimensions spécifiées dans la présente Norme internationale ont été définies pour permettre la production
d'une pièce satisfaisant aux exigences de la spécification d'approvisionnement ISO 5858.
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NORME INTERNATIONALE ISO ISO 8538:1999(F)
Aéronautique et espace — Écrous hexagonaux, à freinage interne,
avec chambrage et rondelle captive, à filetage MJ, classifications:
1 100 MPa (à température ambiante)/235 �C, 1 100 MPa
(à température ambiante)/315 �C et 1 100 MPa (à température
ambiante)/425 �C — Dimensions
1 Domaine d'application
La présente Norme internationale spécifie les dimensions des écrous hexagonaux, à freinage interne, avec
1) 2) 1) 2)
chambrage et rondelle captive, à filetage MJ, de classifications: 1 100 MPa /235 �C , 1 100 MPa /315 �C et
1) 2)
1 100 MPa /425 �C .
La présente Norme internationale est applicable uniquement à l'élaboration de normes de produit destinées aux
constructions aérospatiales.
2 Références normatives
Les documents normatifs suivants contiennent des dispositions qui, par suite de
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