DIE 5/16 - 18 FOR 972 KIT - Kastar

The Kastar KH51-2626-0005 5/16"-18 Die is a vital component for professional technicians and mechanics, designed for precise thread restoration. This individual die serves as a replacement or an essential addition to the Kastar 972 Master SAE and Metric Rethreader Kit, ensuring comprehensive thread repair capabilities for a wide range of applications. It is engineered to meticulously clean and restore damaged external 5/16 inch, 18 threads per inch (UNC) on bolts and studs, preventing the need for costly fastener replacement.

Key Features

• Precision Thread Restoration: Specifically designed to rethread and restore damaged 5/16"-18 UNC external threads on fasteners.
• Professional-Grade Construction: Manufactured from highly tempered steel for enhanced strength and durability, built to withstand demanding shop and industrial environments.
• Optimized for Repair: Effectively chases out damaged threads, removes nicks, burrs, and cleans rusty threads without undercutting viable threads.
• Kastar 972 Kit Compatible: An exact fit replacement or supplementary die for the comprehensive Kastar 972 Master Rethreader Kit, ensuring seamless integration with existing tool sets.
• Versatile Use: Its design allows for use with standard wrenches or appropriate die stocks, providing flexibility in various repair scenarios.

Applications

This 5/16"-18 rethreading die is an indispensable tool for maintaining the integrity of threaded components across various sectors. It is commonly utilized in:

• Automotive Repair: Ideal for rethreading damaged fasteners on vehicle components, exhaust studs, and chassis bolts, ensuring secure and reliable assemblies.
• Industrial Maintenance: Critical for repairing external threads on machinery, equipment, and structural components where 5/16"-18 UNC threads are present.
• General Fabrication & MRO: Essential for metalworkers and maintenance professionals who require accurate and efficient restoration of external threads during fabrication, assembly, or routine repair operations.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Kastar
• Model Number: KH51-2626-0005
• Thread Size: 5/16" - 18 UNC
• Compatibility: Designed for use with Kastar 972 Master Rethreader Kit