1/2" - 13 NC (Fractional) Ground Thread Spiral Point (Gun Taps) - Hanson

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hanson Hanson
• Model Number: 333322
• Thread Size: 1/2" - 13 NC (National Coarse)
• Tap Type: Spiral Point (Gun Tap)
• Thread Standard: Fractional
• Thread Quality: Ground Thread
• Weight: 0.1 lbs
• Dimensions: 3.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 inches

Key Features

• Spiral Point Design: Engineered to push chips forward ahead of the tap, optimizing chip evacuation for through-hole tapping applications.
• Ground Thread Construction: Precision ground threads ensure a consistent, accurate tooth profile, contributing to clean and precise internal threads.
• National Coarse (NC) Standard: Adheres to the widely recognized 1/2" - 13 NC thread standard, ensuring compatibility with standard fasteners and components.
• Fractional Sizing: Utilizes a common fractional size, simplifying selection and integration into existing toolkits.
• Durable Build: Designed for robust performance in industrial and professional metalworking environments.

Applications

This 1/2" - 13 NC spiral point tap is utilized for creating internal threads in a variety of materials, primarily within through-hole applications.

• Through-Hole Tapping: Ideal for threading operations where chips can be expelled forward through the workpiece, preventing chip accumulation in the flutes.
• General Metalworking: Suitable for threading steel, aluminum, cast iron, and other common metals.
• Machine Shop Use: An essential tool for manufacturing, fabrication, and repair tasks requiring precise 1/2"-13 NC threads.
• Maintenance and Repair: Used for re-threading or creating new threads in industrial equipment and machinery.

Benefits

• Efficient Chip Management: The spiral point (gun tap) design significantly reduces chip clogging, enabling smoother and faster tapping operations without interruptions.
• Precise Thread Quality: Ground threads produce highly accurate and consistent 1/2"-13 NC internal threads, ensuring reliable fastener engagement and assembly.
• Enhanced Tool Lifespan: Precision manufacturing and a robust design contribute to greater durability and wear resistance, extending the service life of the tap.
• Reduced Breakage: Optimized chip flow minimizes the risk of tap breakage, especially in through-hole applications, enhancing operational safety and productivity.
• Consistent Performance: Delivers repeatable, high-quality results for demanding industrial and professional threading tasks.