M3 x 0.5mm Metric Tap Set, Tungsten Steel, Taper and Plug Thread Cutter TD034

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Before you design your next product or make updates to an existing product, consider partnering with Optimas to take advantage of our many capabilities. When it comes to the selection of drill bit sizes and tap sizes, there are standard drill and tap size chart for reference. These versatile hand taps also feature a blue stream tempered finish that reduces friction and produces a fine finish on the threads.

To create a thread properly, one would need a set of three taps that correspond to the same bit size; namely the bottoming, the intermediate, and the taper tap. I have attached a drawing of another piece of equipment, could you have a look at it and quote for me. RS PRO straight flute hand tap are manufactured from HSS (high speed steel), offering a durable and reliable selection of tools suitable for a range of thread sizes. sets size standards for jobber-length straight-shank twist drill bits from 1/64 inch through 1 inch in 1/64 inch increments.Depending on the type of tap being used and the applications, many can be used with a tap wrench or power tool. Fractional sizes are listed in inches, metric sizes are listed in millimeters following the letter “M”.

The first recorded use of taps in metalworking is placed sometime in the 18th century, while the British engineer and industrialist Joseph Clement popularised the tool in the mid-19th century. These durable taps are ideal for use with a tap wrench or drill, providing excellent results for a variety of applications.

RS PRO hand tap sets are manufactured from HSS (high speed steel), offering a durable and reliable selection of tools and are available in a range of thread sizes from M3 to M12. Number drill bit sizes: the sizes are indicated in numbers, range from size 80 (the smallest) to size 1 (the largest). This formula works for both metric and imperial units, and for all 60-degree threads (all ISO, DIN, UTS, UNC, UNS, and UNF bolts).

Taper taps are often used to create new threads in materials and are ideal for tougher material such as steel, allowing for a gradual and smooth tapered cut. A rule of thumb is that the right tap drill is around 85% for coarse threads and 90% for fine threads which feature a higher number of threads per axial distance. However, the bottoming tap cannot start the threading on an uncut hole, so it can only take part in the cutting process as the second or third tap.Hand tap sets are hand tools designed for thread cutting in holes into various materials such as steel allowing you to create a smooth and precise thread for bolts and other materials. The data chart below shows the standard metric ‘coarse’ threads and their drill holes sizes were are most commonly used when tapping sheet metal fabrications. They also feature a blue stream tempered finish helping to reduce friction and produce a cleaner thread. We know we can rely on them for a fast response to new inquiries and that they can assist us with the design, development and efficient manufacture of fabricated parts. If the taper needs to go first, the intermediate tap follows second and the thread is finished with the bottoming tap.

As a consequence the development of taps corresponded to this standardisation ensuring enhanced compatibility. Introducing HSS metric hand tap sets from our trusted own brand RS PRO, a range of sets with tools ideal for cutting thread into material such as metal bolts.

The intermediate, or plug tap, is used first to start cutting out material from a non-threaded hole. The metric system uses the thread pitch, which is the distance between threads, measured in millimeters. For each thread count, the equivalent thread pitch is provided and for metric taps, the approximate thread count is shown based on the pitch. RS PRO straight flute, taper taps are available in a range of sizes from M2 to M20, offering a wide choice to suit various tasks.