PLG 5MM-0.8MM HCS TAP - Hanson

The Hanson 1722ZR PLG 5MM-0.8MM HCS Tap is engineered for precision thread cutting in automotive and industrial applications requiring metric specifications. This high carbon steel tap is designed to create accurate M5 x 0.8mm threads, making it an essential tool for repair, maintenance, and fabrication tasks where reliability and precise threading are paramount.

Key Features

• Metric M5 x 0.8mm Threading: Designed specifically for creating standard M5 x 0.8mm metric threads, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of fasteners.
• High Carbon Steel Construction: Manufactured from high carbon steel (HCS) for durability and extended tool life, even in demanding professional environments.
• Plug Tap Design (PLG): Features a plug chamfer with 3-5 tapered threads, ideal for starting new threads in through-holes or blind holes where some bottom clearance is available.
• Accurate and Clean Cuts: Engineered to produce clean, precise threads, minimizing rework and ensuring proper fastener engagement.
• Professional Grade: Built to withstand the rigors of daily use by automotive technicians, mechanics, and industrial professionals.

Applications

This Hanson M5 x 0.8mm HCS plug tap is an indispensable tool for a variety of tasks where metric threads are specified. It is commonly used in automotive repair for rethreading damaged holes or creating new threads in components such as engine blocks, transmissions, and chassis parts. In industrial settings, it is suitable for machinery maintenance, assembly, and fabrication involving equipment, fixtures, and enclosures that utilize M5 fasteners. Its robust construction ensures consistent performance in both repair shop and manufacturing environments.