DIE 1/4"-18 NPT HEX PIPE TAPER - Irwin

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Irwin
• Model Number: HN6703
• Product Name: DIE 1/4"-18 NPT HEX PIPE TAPER
• Thread Size: 1/4"-18 NPT (National Pipe Taper)
• Thread Type: Tapered pipe thread, designed for sealing
• Die Configuration: Hexagonal shape
• Weight: 0.06 lbs

Key Features

• Standard 1/4"-18 NPT Threading: Precisely cuts National Pipe Taper threads, a widely recognized standard for fluid and gas transfer.
• Hexagonal Design: Allows for easy use with standard wrenches, adjustable wrenches, or hex die stocks for versatile operation.
• Durable Construction: Engineered for robust performance and extended tool life when threading various pipe materials.
• Precision Machined: Ensures accurate and clean thread formation for secure connections.

Applications

• Creating new 1/4"-18 NPT threads on pipes for plumbing, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Repairing damaged or worn 1/4" NPT threads on metal pipes and fittings.
• Use in maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) for industrial, commercial, and residential settings.
• Threading applications requiring a secure, leak-resistant tapered pipe connection.
• Suitable for use by professional plumbers, HVAC technicians, mechanics, and DIY enthusiasts.

Benefits

• Reliable, Leak-Free Connections: Produces NPT standard tapered threads that ensure a tight, sealing fit, minimizing leaks in pipe systems.
• Enhanced Compatibility: The hex shape provides flexibility, allowing integration with a wide range of common hand tools for efficient threading.
• Consistent Performance: Delivers uniform thread quality with each use, vital for applications demanding high integrity connections.
• Cost-Effective Threading Solution: Provides a durable tool for creating or restoring pipe threads, extending the life of pipes and fittings.
• Easy Integration: Designed for straightforward use, simplifying the process of achieving professional-grade pipe threads.