HCS Machine Screw Bottoming Tap - 3-56 NF - Hanson

The Hanson 1209 HCS Machine Screw Bottoming Tap - 3-56 NF is an essential tool for professional technicians and mechanics undertaking routine maintenance, repair work, and re-threading applications. Constructed from durable high carbon steel (HCS), this tap is engineered for reliable performance in a variety of materials where precise, general-purpose threads are required. It delivers dependable results for restoring or creating new threads in blind holes.

Key Features

• High Carbon Steel (HCS) Construction: Provides robust durability and extended tool life for consistent use in professional settings.
• 3-56 NF Thread Size: Specifically designed for creating or repairing 3-56 NF machine screw threads.
• Bottoming Tap Design: Allows for threading to the bottom of blind holes, maximizing thread engagement.
• Efficient Chip Removal: Features 3 straight flutes, ground to facilitate rapid chip evacuation and minimize clogging during threading operations.
• Class 2B Thread Production: Produces standard Class 2B threads, suitable for most general-purpose fastening applications.
• Hand Threading Optimized: Ideal for manual threading work, offering control and precision in diverse materials.
• Made in USA: Manufactured to high quality standards for reliable performance.

Applications

This HCS Machine Screw Bottoming Tap is a versatile tool for a range of professional tasks. It is commonly used for re-threading damaged or worn holes in automotive components, industrial machinery, and general equipment during repair and overhaul. Technicians will find it effective for cutting new threads in pre-drilled holes in materials such as steel, aluminum, brass, and various plastics, ensuring secure fastening points in critical assemblies.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hanson
• Model Number: 1209
• Product Name: HCS Machine Screw Bottoming Tap
• Thread Size: 3-56 NF
• Material: High Carbon Steel (HCS)
• Number of Flutes: 3
• Flute Type: Straight
• Thread Class: 2B