Tap Bits

Tap Bits at Abolox

Tap bits are used for metalworking of all types. The bits create a threaded hole so you can screw a bolt into the hole. You can use tap bits to clean, repair or rethread a damaged bolt hole. When tap bits are used with a die tool, you can create external threads. The die tool creates the external threads. A tap drill looks like a long bolt thread. Insert the bit into a drill chuck to create internal threads.Tap bits are usually made from tungsten steel, so the bit can be used several times. You can use tap bits on several different types of metals, including stainless steel.

Tap Bits for the Shop from Abolox

Most people who use tap bits work in a shop that does metal work. These bits come in handy in an automotive shop as they can straighten out a stripped bolt hole. If you are fabricating a new part for an engine or need to move a bolt hole because of modifications to the body or engine, a tap bit can create that hole for you.Other industries that might use tap bits include the construction, plumbing, and electrical industries. You might also find tap bits in automotive body shops and those who work with metal for hobbies.

The Basics of Tap Bits at Abolox

Abolox carries several brands of tap bits. All of the brands we carry are of top quality and are good for commercial use. Features depend on the type and brand and include:

• M3.5-0.6mm Nitro Super High Performance.
• Spiral point.
• Works on stainless steel.
• Improves thread quality.
• Chip evacuation.
• Eliminates bird nesting.
• Spiral flute design.
• Fractional and metric sizes.
• High-speed steel.
• Through hole.
• Plug.
• DIN / ANSI specifications.
• DIN lengths for longer reach and deeper threading in a single pass.
• TiCN (Titanium Carbo Nitride) coating reduces galling, seizing, microwelding, and adhesive wear.
• Smoother threading operation.
• Creates sharp edges.
• Reduces coefficient of friction.
• M35 Cobalt (HSS-E).
• High vanadium content.
• Heat resistant.
• Metric taper tap.
• Straight flute hand tap.
• Use in production tapping.
• Bright.
• Taper, plug, bottoming.
• Through or blind hole.

Tap Bit Uses

We have the tap bits you need for the projects you work on. Whether you work in the automotive, electrical, construction, plumbing or metalworking industries; or you are metalwork for a hobby, the tap bits we carry at Abolox are of high quality and reasonably priced. You don’t need a multi-million dollar company to afford some of the best tap bits on the market.You can use tap bits to:

• Create new bolt holes.
• Clean out bolt holes with one or two bad threads.
• Repair stripped bolt holes.

How Does a Tap Bit Work?

Tap bits are easy enough to use. For many applications, slide them into a drill chuck. When you need precision work, use a hand tap with a ratchet and adapter. Using a hand tap is best when cleaning out and / or repairing a bolt hole.