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The 2 digit part number suffix for bolts and screws (-12, -04, -16, etc) indicates the number of 1/16" length increments of the fastener. For example, part #4004-01003-04 indicates a screw that is 4/16" long or 1/4" long.

The middle 5 digits describe the fastener head style or other features.

Basic diameters and threads of Standard SAE (Society of American Engineers) numeric system small machine screws are shown below.

The diameters of machine screws are indicated with the number of threads per inch. Here is a list of common sizes in inches:

2-56: 0.0860" or 43/500" in diameter; 56 threads per inch
4-40: 0.1120" or 14/125" in diameter; 40 threads per inch
5-40: 0.1250" or 1/8" in diameter; 40 threads per inch
6-32: 0.1380" or 69/500" in diameter; 32 threads per inch
8-32: 0.1640" or 41/250" in diameter; 32 threads per inch
10-32: 0.1900" or 19/100" in diameter; 32 threads per inch
10-24: 0.1900" or 19/100" in diameter; 24 threads per inch
12-24: 0.2160" or 27/125" in diameter; 24 threads per inch