Plug Tap, Fractional Size, 5/16-24NF - Vermont American

The Vermont American 20071 Plug Tap, Fractional Size, 5/16-24NF, is engineered for professionals requiring precision and durability in thread cutting operations. Constructed from robust carbon tool steel, this tap consistently delivers clean, accurate internal threads for a wide range of applications. Its design prioritizes longevity and reliable performance in demanding workshop environments.

Key Features

• Crafted from tough, carbon tool steel for exceptional wear resistance and extended service life.
• Designed to cut cleaner, more accurate threads, ensuring precise fastener fitment and secure assemblies.
• Permanently marked with the correct drill size for quick identification and streamlined workflow.
• Fractional size 5/16-24NF for creating or repairing fine-pitch threads in various materials.

Applications

This Vermont American Plug Tap is an essential tool for technicians and mechanics in numerous professional settings. It is ideally suited for tasks such as:

• Machining: Creating new internal threads in pilot holes in metal workpieces for custom fabrication and component mounting.
• Assembly: Ensuring proper thread engagement for fasteners during equipment assembly and installation processes.
• Repair and Maintenance: Reworking or cleaning out damaged, worn, or obstructed internal threads in automotive components, industrial machinery, and other equipment.
• General threading tasks in plumbing, electrical, and fabrication projects where a reliable 5/16-24NF thread is required.