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Description

Description

  • This is a set of two hand threading and drilling bits designed for creating ISO metric threads, specifically M8. The set includes a high-speed steel (HSS) tap and a spiral point drill, both with central holes and a plastic storage case with a hanging hook. These tools are suitable for threading blind holes in various materials such as construction steel, carbon steel, pure aluminum, or aluminum castings.

Technical Specifications

  • Number of pieces: 2
  • Material: High-speed steel (HSS) for the tap; HSS with TiN coating for the drill
  • Tap model: E500-NO3 with straight flutes, thread form C, 2-3 times P thread pitch
  • Drill: Spiral point design with central hole, coated in TiN
  • Suitable for pre-drilled hole diameter: approximately 2.5 times the diameter of the tap (D)
  • Application: Threading in construction steel, carbon steel, pure aluminum, or aluminum castings

Compatibility and Accessories

  • Compatible with standard M8 threaded applications
  • Includes a plastic case with a hook for easy storage and organization

Installation

  • Use the drill to create a pre-drilled hole in the material, following the recommended diameter
  • Insert the tap into a suitable tap wrench or handle
  • Align the tap with the pre-drilled hole and turn clockwise to cut the thread, applying steady pressure
  • Use the spiral drill to create the initial hole before threading if necessary

Usage

  • Ensure the material is properly clamped and secured before drilling and threading
  • Apply cutting lubricant if needed to extend tool life and improve thread quality
  • Turn the tap slowly and steadily to cut clean threads
  • Remove the tap carefully after threading is complete

Features

  • Brand
    DORMER
  • Length
    10 mm
  • Weight
    1000 g
  • Material
    Steel
  • Metric thread not standard thread
    M8
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Taps and dies are essential to make or re-thread a screw, a nut or any other mechanical element. The three-piece tap sets are the most commoly used and the tap wrench is as important as the die stock for a proper tapping. Drilling is required before tapping.
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