PRECISION ENGINEERED: Hertel Straight Flute Tap designed for 1-7/8-12 UNS threading applications with 6 flute design for efficient chip evacuation and smooth cutting action.
HIGH-SPEED STEEL: Constructed from durable high-speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish for excellent performance and longevity in various threading operations.
BOTTOMING CHAMFER: Features a bottoming chamfer design that allows threading to the bottom of blind holes for complete thread formation.
OPTIMAL DIMENSIONS: 5" overall length with 2" thread length provides ideal reach for most threading applications while maintaining structural integrity.
RIGHT HAND DESIGN: Right hand threading configuration compatible with standard threading operations in most industrial and manufacturing environments.
Description
The Hertel Straight Flute Tap is a precision threading tool designed for creating internal threads with a 1-7/8-12 UNS specification. Featuring 6 flutes and a bottoming chamfer, this tap is engineered for efficient chip evacuation and clean thread formation. Crafted from high-speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish, it offers excellent durability and cutting performance across various materials. The tap has a 2-inch thread length and 5-inch overall length, making it suitable for both shallow and deeper threading applications. Its right-hand configuration follows standard threading direction, while the straight flute design provides stability during operation. This professional-grade hand tap from Hertel is manufactured by MSC Industrial, ensuring reliable quality for industrial threading applications where precision is paramount.