FULLERKREG GB70-85 / ISO 4762 Grade 8.8 Black Oxide Socket Cap Screws
FULLERKREG GB70-85 / ISO 4762 Grade 8.8 Black Oxide Socket Cap Screws are medium-strength hexagon socket head cap screws manufactured from 10B21 boron steel or 35# carbon steel with a black oxide surface treatment. Conforming to both the Chinese national standard GB 70-85 and the international ISO 4762 standard, these screws offer reliable Grade 8.8 performance with a professional matte black appearance. They are a cost-effective, widely stocked solution for general industrial, machinery, and structural applications.
Product Specifications
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Standards: GB 70-85 / ISO 4762 / DIN 912
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Strength Grade: 8.8 (heat treated)
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Material: 10B21 boron steel or 35# carbon steel
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Tensile Strength: Min. 800 MPa
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Yield Strength: Min. 640 MPa
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Hardness: HRC 22–32
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Surface Treatment: Black oxide (blackening / chemical blacking)
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Thread Tolerance: 6g
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Drive Type: Hexagon socket (Allen key / hex key)
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Product Class: A (precision)
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Sizes Available: M3 – M48
Black Oxide Surface Treatment
Black oxide (also known as blackening or chemical blacking) is a conversion coating applied to steel fasteners through a controlled chemical reaction. It produces a uniform matte black finish that provides:
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Moderate corrosion resistance — suitable for indoor and dry environments; enhanced with oil or wax post-treatment
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Reduced light reflection — ideal for optical, electronic, and precision instrument applications
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Minimal dimensional impact — coating thickness typically 1–2 μm, preserving tight tolerances
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Professional appearance — uniform matte black finish preferred in visible assemblies
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No restricted substances — black oxide process does not use hexavalent chromium (Cr6+), lead, or other RoHS restricted substances
Material — Chemical Composition (%)
FULLERKREG GB70-85 Grade 8.8 black socket cap screws are manufactured from 10B21 boron-alloyed steel or 35# medium carbon steel. All values are maximum unless a range is indicated.
| Grade |
C |
Si (max) |
Mn |
P (max) |
S (max) |
B |
| 10B21 |
0.18–0.23 |
≤0.30 |
0.80–1.10 |
≤0.030 |
≤0.030 |
0.0005–0.003 |
| 35# Steel |
0.32–0.39 |
0.17–0.37 |
0.50–0.80 |
≤0.035 |
≤0.035 |
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Mechanical Properties — Grade 8.8 (GB 70-85 / ISO 898-1)
| Property |
Requirement |
Unit |
| Tensile Strength (Rm) |
Min. 800 |
MPa |
| Yield Strength / Proof Load Stress (Rp0.2) |
Min. 640 |
MPa |
| Core Hardness |
22–32 |
HRC |
| Surface Hardness (max) |
≤36 |
HRC |
| Elongation after fracture (A) |
Min. 12 |
% |
| Reduction of area (Z) |
Min. 52 |
% |
| Thread Tolerance Class |
6g |
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| Surface Treatment |
Black oxide (blackening) |
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GB 70-85 vs ISO 4762 / DIN 912 — Standard Comparison
GB 70-85 is the Chinese national standard for hexagon socket head cap screws issued in 1985. It is dimensionally compatible with ISO 4762 and DIN 912 for most common sizes, making these screws interchangeable in most applications.
| Aspect |
GB 70-85 |
ISO 4762 / DIN 912 |
| Issuing body |
China National Standard (GB) |
ISO / DIN (International / German) |
| Year |
1985 |
ISO 4762: 2004 / DIN 912: 2014 |
| Head dimensions |
Compatible for M3–M48 |
Compatible for M3–M48 |
| Thread standard |
GB/T 197 metric thread |
ISO 261 metric thread |
| Mechanical requirements |
GB/T 3098.1 |
ISO 898-1 |
| Interchangeability |
Generally interchangeable for standard sizes |
Surface Finish Comparison — Black Oxide vs Zinc CR3
| Property |
Black Oxide |
Zinc CR3 |
| Appearance |
Matte black |
Bright silver |
| Coating thickness |
1–2 μm |
5–12 μm |
| Corrosion resistance |
Moderate (with oil) |
Good (72–120 hrs salt spray) |
| Dimensional impact |
Minimal |
Minor |
| RoHS compliance |
✅ Compliant |
✅ Compliant (CR3) |
| Best for |
Indoor, precision, aesthetic applications |
Outdoor, corrosive environments |
| Price |
🟢 Economy |
🔵 Slightly higher |
Key Features
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Grade 8.8 heat treated — reliable medium-strength performance, 800 MPa tensile strength
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Black oxide finish — professional matte black appearance with minimal dimensional impact
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Dual standard compliance — meets both GB 70-85 (China) and ISO 4762 / DIN 912 (international)
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10B21 boron steel / 35# carbon steel — consistent mechanical properties through heat treatment
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Wide size range — M3 to M48 available in stock
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Cost-effective — economical choice for high-volume general industrial applications
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ISO/TS16949 quality management — hardness test, tensile test, and PPAP report available on request
Applications
FULLERKREG GB70-85 / ISO 4762 Grade 8.8 black oxide socket cap screws are widely used in:
- General machinery and industrial equipment assembly
- Optical instruments and precision equipment (low reflectivity required)
- Electronics enclosures and control panels
- Automotive interior and non-critical components
- Furniture and fixture manufacturing
- Consumer products and appliances
- Structural assemblies in dry or indoor environments
- Any application requiring GB 70-85 or ISO 4762 compliant socket cap screws with a black finish
Dimensional Specifications — GB 70-85 / ISO 4762 (Unit: mm)
| Thread (d) |
Pitch (p) |
Head Dia. dk Max. |
Head Dia. dk Min. |
Head Height k Max. |
Head Height k Min. |
Key Size s |
Key Depth t Min. |
Body Dia. ds Max. |
Body Dia. ds Min. |
| M3 |
0.5 |
5.50 |
5.32 |
3.00 |
2.86 |
2.5 |
1.3 |
3.00 |
2.86 |
| M4 |
0.7 |
7.00 |
6.78 |
4.00 |
3.82 |
3.0 |
2.0 |
4.00 |
3.82 |
| M5 |
0.8 |
8.50 |
8.28 |
5.00 |
4.82 |
4.0 |
2.5 |
5.00 |
4.82 |
| M6 |
1.0 |
10.00 |
9.78 |
6.00 |
5.70 |
5.0 |
3.0 |
6.00 |
5.82 |
| M8 |
1.25 |
13.00 |
12.73 |
8.00 |
7.64 |
6.0 |
4.0 |
8.00 |
7.78 |
| M10 |
1.5 |
16.00 |
15.73 |
10.00 |
9.64 |
8.0 |
5.0 |
10.00 |
9.78 |
| M12 |
1.75 |
18.00 |
17.73 |
12.00 |
11.57 |
10.0 |
6.0 |
12.00 |
11.73 |
| M14 |
2.0 |
21.00 |
20.67 |
14.00 |
13.57 |
12.0 |
7.0 |
14.00 |
13.73 |
| M16 |
2.0 |
24.00 |
23.67 |
16.00 |
15.57 |
14.0 |
8.0 |
16.00 |
15.73 |
| M20 |
2.5 |
30.00 |
29.67 |
20.00 |
19.48 |
17.0 |
10.0 |
20.00 |
19.67 |
| M24 |
3.0 |
36.00 |
35.61 |
24.00 |
23.48 |
19.0 |
12.0 |
24.00 |
23.67 |
| M30 |
3.5 |
45.00 |
44.61 |
30.00 |
29.48 |
22.0 |
15.5 |
30.00 |
29.67 |
| M36 |
4.0 |
54.00 |
53.54 |
36.00 |
35.38 |
27.0 |
19.0 |
36.00 |
35.61 |
| M42 |
4.5 |
63.00 |
62.54 |
42.00 |
41.38 |
32.0 |
24.0 |
42.00 |
41.61 |
| M48 |
5.0 |
72.00 |
71.54 |
48.00 |
47.38 |
36.0 |
28.0 |
48.00 |
47.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is GB 70-85 the same as ISO 4762 / DIN 912?
GB 70-85 is the Chinese national standard issued in 1985 and is dimensionally compatible with ISO 4762 and DIN 912 for standard sizes M3–M48. In most applications, GB 70-85 and ISO 4762 screws are interchangeable.
Q: How durable is the black oxide finish?
Black oxide provides moderate corrosion resistance suitable for indoor and dry environments. For enhanced protection, screws are typically treated with oil or wax after blackening. For outdoor or humid environments, we recommend Zinc CR3 plating instead.
Q: Will black oxide affect the thread dimensions?
No. Black oxide coating is only 1–2 μm thick and has virtually no impact on thread dimensions or fit. This makes it ideal for precision assemblies where tight tolerances must be maintained.
Q: Can I get material certificates and test reports?
Yes. PPAP reports, material certificates, hardness test reports, and tensile test reports are available upon request for all FULLERKREG products.
Q: What is the minimum order quantity?
We supply both small quantities and large bulk orders. Please contact our sales team for pricing and MOQ details.
Packaging & Availability
- Standard sizes M3 – M48 available in stock
- Bulk carton packaging; custom packaging available
- Material certificates and test reports available on request
- PPAP report available on request
- Custom lengths accepted for large orders
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Quality Assurance
All FULLERKREG GB70-85 / ISO 4762 Grade 8.8 black oxide socket cap screws are manufactured under strict quality control procedures including:
- Rockwell hardness test (HRC 22–32)
- Tensile strength test (min. 800 MPa)
- Dimensional inspection per GB 70-85 / ISO 4762
- Chemical composition analysis
- PPAP documentation available upon request
For wholesale pricing, bulk orders, or technical inquiries, please contact our sales team.