Spiral Point Tap: 1/2-20 UNF, 3 Flutes, Plug, 3B Class of Fit, High Speed Steel, Bright Finish MPN:MSC-04544201

This spiral point tap features a universal national fine (UNF) thread size of one-half inch by twenty threads per inch, with three flutes for efficient metal removal during the tapping process. The tap has a plug cut design ideal for through-hole applications where a plug of material is removed to create a threaded hole. With a 3B class of fit according to American National Standard Institute (ANSI), this tap provides precise alignment between the tap and the threaded hole ensuring accurate threading performance. Manufactured from high speed steel, this tool delivers superior hardness and wear resistance, making it ideal for use in tough or abrasive materials. The bright finish of the tap ensures durability and reduces friction during operation, resulting in extended tool life. This spiral point tap is widely used in the aerospace, automotive, engineering, and manufacturing industries to create threaded holes on various materials including metal, plastics, and composite materials for assemblies and components.