SIST EN ISO 14585:2012

Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws (ISO 14585:2011)

ISO 14585:2011 specifies the characteristics of hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws with thread sizes from ST2,9 to ST6,3 inclusive.
If, in special cases, specifications other than those listed in ISO 14585:2011 are required, they can be selected from existing International Standards, for example ISO 1478, ISO 2702, ISO 4759-1.

Flachkopf-Blechschrauben mit Innensechsrund (ISO 14585:2011)

Diese Internationale Norm legt die Eigenschaften von Flachkopf-Blechschrauben mit Innensechsrund mit Gewinde von ST2,9 bis ST6,3 fest.
Werden in besonderen Fällen andere als in dieser Internationalen Norm aufgeführte Festlegungen benötigt, können diese aus bestehenden Internationalen Normen wie zum Beispiel ISO 1478, ISO 2702 und ISO 4759-1 ausgewählt werden.

Vis à tôle à tête cylindrique bombée large à six lobes internes (ISO 14585:2011)

L'ISO 14585:2011 spécifie les caractéristiques des vis à tôle à tête cylindrique bombée large à six lobes internes, de diamètre de filetage ST2,9 à ST6,3 inclus.
Si, dans des cas particuliers, des spécifications autres que celles figurant dans l'ISO 14585:2011 sont requises, elles peuvent être choisies dans les Normes internationales existantes, par exemple l'ISO 1478, l'ISO 2702 et l'ISO 4759‑1.

Notranji šestrogeljnik v polokrogli valjasti glavi pločevinskega vijaka (ISO 14585:2011)

Ta mednarodni standard določa značilnosti vijakov z notranjim šestrogeljnikom v polokrogli valjasti glavi pločevinskega vijaka z velikostmi navojev od ST2,9 do vključno ST6,3. Če se v posebnih  primerih zahtevajo specifikacije, ki so drugačne od navedenih v tem mednarodnem standardu, se lahko izberejo med obstoječimi mednarodnimi standardi, na primer ISO 1478, ISO 2702, ISO 4759-1.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 28-Nov-2011
• ICS: 21.060.10 - Bolts, screws, studs
• Technical Committee: ISEL - Mechanical elements
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 23-Nov-2011
• Due Date: 28-Jan-2012
• Completion Date: 29-Nov-2011
• Ref Project: EN ISO 14585:2011 - Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws (ISO 14585:2011)

Relations

• Replaces: SIST EN ISO 14585:2002 - Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws (ISO 14585:2001)
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2012
• Replaces: SIST EN ISO 14585:2002/AC:2006 - Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws (ISO 14585:2001)
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2012
• Refers: SIST EN ISO 5674:2009 - Tractors and machinery for agriculture and forestry - Guards for power take-off (PTO) drive-shafts - Strength and wear tests and acceptance criteria (ISO 5674:2004, corrected version 2005-07-01)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 2794-004:2014 - Aerospace series - Circuit breakers, single-pole, temperature compensated, rated currents 20 A to 50 A - Part 004: UNC thread terminals - Product standard
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 12274-4:2004 - Slurry surfacing - Test methods - Part 4: Determination of cohesion of the mix
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 1337-2:2004 - Structural bearings - Part 2: Sliding elements
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 12625-3:2000 - Tissue paper and tissue products - Part 3: Determination of thickness, bulking thickness and apparent bulk density
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN ISO 6974-1:2001 - Natural gas - Determination of composition with defined uncertainty by gas chromatography - Part 1: Guidelines for tailored analysis (ISO 6974-1:2000)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN ISO 14585:2012 specifies the characteristics and requirements for hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws within thread sizes ranging from ST2,9 to ST6,3 inclusive. Developed by CEN and adopted as a European Standard, this document aligns with international practices, ensuring consistency and interoperability in the specification and application of these specialized screws. The standard is widely used across Europe and globally, reflecting ISO’s ongoing commitment to harmonized fastener standards.

Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws, commonly known as Torx pan head self-tapping screws, feature an internal six-lobed drive, designed for improved torque transmission and reduced risk of cam-out compared to traditional drive types. This standard is crucial for manufacturers, suppliers, quality assurance professionals, and engineers involved in designing, producing, and sourcing mechanical fasteners.

Key Topics

• Scope and Designation: Covers screw sizes ST2,9 to ST6,3 and provides a unified method for the specification and designation of hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws.
• Material and Mechanical Properties: Specifies use of steel material and compliance with mechanical properties as per ISO 2702 for heat-treated steel tapping screws.
• Threads and Tolerances: Details thread configurations in accordance with ISO 1478 and dimensional tolerances per ISO 4759-1.
• Drive Feature: Defines the hexalobular socket (internal Torx drive) in line with ISO 10664.
• Surface Coatings: References electroplated finishes (ISO 4042) and non-electrolytic zinc flake coatings (ISO 10683), as well as provisions for other coating agreements.
• Inspection and Acceptance: Mandates acceptance inspection protocols outlined in ISO 3269 for product conformity.
• Product Grades: Defines product grade A, ensuring tight manufacturing controls for high-performance and safety-critical applications.

Applications

Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws are extensively utilized in sectors demanding robust fastening and efficient assembly, including:

• Automotive manufacturing: Used in interior and exterior panel assembly, electrical enclosures, and component mounting.
• Electronics and appliances: Ensure secure fastening while minimizing risk of drive slippage or damage during high-volume production.
• Construction and HVAC: Key for sheet metal joining, ductwork, and general fabrication owing to self-tapping capabilities.
• Industrial machinery: Enable rapid assembly with power tools, reducing operator fatigue and increasing throughput.
• General engineering: Ideal for applications where frequent maintenance or access is required due to reliable drive engagement and removal.

The standard promotes interchangeability and quality assurance in fastener supply chains, making it essential for organizations aiming for international compliance and procurement flexibility.

Related Standards

For cases requiring specifications beyond those covered in SIST EN ISO 14585:2012, the following international standards are referenced:

• ISO 1478: Tapping screw threads - Defines thread forms used in tapping screws.
• ISO 2702: Mechanical properties for heat-treated steel tapping screws - Sets performance requirements for strength and toughness.
• ISO 4759-1: Tolerances for fasteners - Specifies dimensional tolerances for comprehensive fastener types.
• ISO 10664: Hexalobular internal driving feature for bolts and screws - Underpins the six-lobe (Torx) recess design.
• ISO 4042: Fasteners - Electroplated coatings - Covers surface treatment processes.
• ISO 10683: Fasteners - Non-electrolytically applied zinc flake coatings - Details protective surface coatings.
• ISO 3269: Fasteners - Acceptance inspection - Standardizes inspection processes for batch acceptance.

These standards collectively support the full lifecycle of design, manufacturing, testing, and sourcing for hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws, ensuring reliability and global supply chain compatibility.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws (ISO 14585:2011)
Flachkopf-Blechschrauben mit Innensechsrund (ISO 14585:2011)
Vis à tôle à tête cylindrique bombée large à six lobes internes (ISO 14585:2011)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 14585:2011
ICS:
21.060.10 Sorniki, vijaki, stebelni vijaki Bolts, screws, studs
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 14585
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
February 2011
ICS 21.060.10 Supersedes EN ISO 14585:2001
English Version
Hexalobular socket pan head tapping screws (ISO 14585:2011)
Vis à tôle à tête cylindrique bombée large à six lobes Flachkopf-Blechschrauben mit Innensechsrund (ISO
internes (ISO 14585:2011) 14585:2011)
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 17 January 2011.

CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
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Foreword .3

Foreword
This document (EN ISO 14585:2011) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 2 "Fasteners" in
collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 185 “Fasteners” the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by August 2011, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by August 2011.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 14585:2001.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 14585:2011 has been approved by CEN as a EN ISO 14585:2011 without any modification.

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 14585
Second edition
2011-02-15
Hexalobular socket pan head tapping
screws
Vis à tôle à tête cylindrique bombée large à six lobes internes

Reference number
ISO 14585:2011(E)
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ISO 2011
ISO 14585:2011(E)
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