Thread Forming Tap, 1/4"-20, Bottoming, Uncoated, 3 Flutes MPN:17242
Thread Forming Tap, 1/4"-20, Bottoming, Uncoated, 3 Flutes
The Widia Thread Forming Tap is a high-speed steel tool ideal for creating threads in a variety of materials, including plastics, composites, and soft metals. Its 3-flute design and uncoated finish allow for efficient cutting and reduced wear. With a thread size of 1/4in-20 UNC and a thread length of 5/8in, this tap is suitable for applications such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing. Its compact size and lightweight design make it easy to handle and maneuver in confined spaces, reducing production time and increasing productivity.
Top product features:
- Forming a thread in materials such as aluminum, copper, and steel
- Creating a 1/4in-20 UNC thread in a single operation
- Having a 3-flute design for efficient chip removal and reduced wear
Top product applications:
- Thread forming taps are used in aerospace manufacturing to create threads in difficult-to-machine materials.
- Thread forming taps are used in the automotive industry to create threads in engine blocks and cylinder heads.
- Thread forming taps are used in the medical device industry to create threads in implantable devices and surgical instruments.
Thread Forming Tap, Thread Size 1/4 In.-20, UNC, Overall Length 2 1/2 in, High Speed Steel, Bright (Uncoated), Right Hand, Thread Length 5/8 in, 75 Percent Thread Drill Size 5.70 mm, Thread Limit H4, Class of Fit 3B
Additional Information
- Country of Origin: US
- Drop Ship Item: No
- Blind Ship Eligible: No
- LTL Freight Required: No
- Lead Time: Ships in 1 days
- Minimum Order Quantity: 1
- Unit of Measure: EA
- Package Length: 2.60
- Package Width: 0.30
- Package Height: 0.30
- Package Weight: 0.03
- California Prop 65 Warning: WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Product info last updated on February 1, 2026 12:47pm UTC
Category: Cutting Tools