Hand Taps, 3/8"-20 BSF 2B British Right-Hand Finishing Tap in HSS6542(M2) High-Speed Steel, Durable Taps and Dies for Tapping Tools, Screw Repair, DIY

Hand Tap Size: Thread Size: 3/8-20 BSF; Overall Length: 80mm / 3.15"; Thread Length: 26mm / 1.02"; Square end width: 5mm / 0.2"; accuracy class: 2B. Right-hand thread, fast and accurate tapping.
The third tap (finisher): The third tap creates threads near the bottom of a hole. The straight flute design allows for rapid chip evacuation downwards, reducing resistance for efficient machining. The thread is clean and free of smear, enabling precise tapping. It allows for achieving the final shape and calibration of the thread, especially in difficult materials or for high-precision threads.
Wide Applications: Hand taps are mainly used with tap wrenches and are suitable for re-tapping damaged or stuck threads, or for creating new threads. Threading tools are used for tapping through or shallow holes in mild steel, aluminum, iron, copper, and hard plastics.
High Speed Steel M2 (6542): It has high hardness, good wear resistance, does not deform easily, is heat resistant, and has a long service life. It is characterized by a single die without any coating and is suitable for general thread tapping. Tips: Add a suitable tapping oil for better quality internal threads and longer-lasting taps. Ensure proper alignment, use proper tapping technique, and apply constant pressure when turning the tap to obtain clean and accurate threads. Periodically reverse the thread during tapping to break chips and remove debris from the flutes.