Last updated: April 13, 2026

Countersink Depth Calculator

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What countersink depth measures

Omni's countersink depth page describes the depth as the distance from the material surface to the bottom of the conical countersunk section. It is what lets a flat-head screw sit flush or slightly below the surface.

Countersink depth formula

depth = (diameter / 2) / tan(angle / 2)

The fetched page includes a compressed formula block, but its own worked example makes the intended relationship clear: divide the countersink radius by the tangent of half the included angle.

Source example

Omni's FAQ uses diameter 0.55 m and angle 75 degrees. The resulting countersink depth is about 0.358 m.

m
deg
0.275
m
0.3584
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