Spiral Point Tap, #8-32, Plug, 3 Flutes MPN:7557173

The Walter Spiral Point Tap is a high-performance cutting tool designed for efficient threading operations. Ideal for use in high-speed machining applications, this tap features a TiAlN coating for enhanced durability and resistance to wear. With a 3-flute design and high-speed steel construction, it provides fast and accurate threading results. Suitable for a variety of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturing, this tap is particularly useful for applications where precise thread quality is critical, such as in the production of engine components, hydraulic systems, and other critical assemblies. Its compact design also makes it suitable for use in tight spaces.

Top product features:

• High Speed Steel construction for long tool life
• TiAlN coating for improved wear resistance
• 3 flutes for efficient chip removal and reduced tapping time

Top product applications:

• Machine Shops: Spiral point taps are ideal for making threads in blind holes where the tap is not accessible for a second operation to chamfer the threads.
• Automotive Repair: Spiral point taps are used to thread engine blocks, cylinder heads, and other engine components where the tap must be started in a blind hole.
• Aerospace Manufacturing: Spiral point taps are used to thread critical engine components, such as turbine and compressor blades, where precise thread quality is essential.