High Carbon Steel Machine Screw Taper Tap 10-32 NF - Hanson

The Hanson 1031 High Carbon Steel Machine Screw Taper Tap 10-32 NF is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics who demand precise and reliable 10-32 National Fine (NF) threads in automotive and industrial settings. Crafted from durable high carbon steel, this taper tap is designed for effectively initiating new threads and maintaining existing ones. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance and extended tool life in rigorous professional applications. High carbon steel is particularly well-suited for hand tapping, repair, and rethreading tasks.

Key Features

• Durable High Carbon Steel Construction: Offers excellent strength and wear resistance, delivering consistent performance and extended tool life in demanding professional environments. This material is ideal for hand tapping and repair work.
• Precision 10-32 NF Standard: Expertly manufactured to create accurate 10-32 National Fine machine screw threads, ensuring optimal compatibility and secure fastening with standard components.
• Tapered Lead Design: Features 8-10 threads of chamfer, facilitating easier alignment and smooth entry into pre-drilled holes. This design is crucial for starting threads, reducing the chance of cross-threading, and making initial thread cutting efficient.
• Reliable Threading Quality: Produces clean, uniform threads essential for strong, dependable connections in critical assembly and repair tasks.
• Efficient Chip Removal: Precision-ground straight flutes are designed to provide rapid chip removal, contributing to efficient and smooth threading operations.

Applications

This taper tap is an essential tool for creating new 10-32 NF threads in various materials, including metals and plastics, after a pilot hole has been drilled. It is also highly effective for restoring damaged or corroded threads and cleaning out existing threads to remove debris in automotive, industrial, and general machinery maintenance. Its versatility makes it suitable for assembling components that utilize 10-32 NF machine screws and for routine equipment servicing, where high accuracy and tolerance are essential for secure connections.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hanson
• Model Number: 1031
• Material: High Carbon Steel
• Thread Size: 10-32 NF (National Fine)
• Tap Type: Taper Tap
• Weight: Approximately 0.01 lbs (4.5 grams)
• Dimensions: 2.5 x 1 x 0.1 inches