Plug Tap, Fractional Size, 9/16-12NC - Vermont American

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vermont American
• Model Number: 20078
• Product Type: Plug Tap
• Thread Size: 9/16-12NC (National Coarse)
• Tap Designation: Fractional Size
• Weight: 0.1 lbs
• Manufacturer's Part Number: 20078

Key Features

• 9/16-12NC Thread Standard: Specifically engineered for creating or repairing 9/16-inch diameter National Coarse (NC) threads, ensuring compatibility with standard fastening hardware.
• Plug Tap Design: Features a chamfer spanning 3-5 threads, making it ideal for general-purpose threading in through holes and for initiating threads in blind holes.
• Durable Construction: Manufactured by Vermont American, this tap is built for reliability and precision, offering consistent performance in various materials.
• Fractional Sizing: Clearly labeled with its fractional size, allowing for easy identification and selection in metric-free workshops and applications.

Applications

• New Thread Creation: Used to accurately cut internal threads into pre-drilled holes in materials such as metal, plastic, and composites.
• Thread Repair and Restoration: Effectively restores worn, damaged, or stripped 9/16-12NC threads in existing components, extending their lifespan.
• General Fabrication: An essential tool for automotive maintenance, machinery repair, metalworking projects, and general industrial applications.
• Versatile Threading: Suitable for a range of tasks from light-duty repairs to more demanding fabrication work, both in professional and DIY settings.

Benefits

• Precise Threading Results: Delivers clean and accurate 9/16-12NC threads, ensuring secure fastener engagement and minimizing the risk of cross-threading or stripping.
• Enhanced Durability: The robust construction by Vermont American provides extended tool life and maintains cutting edge sharpness through numerous uses.
• Efficient Operation: The plug tap's design facilitates easier thread starting, reducing effort and improving overall workflow efficiency for threading tasks.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Repairing damaged threads with this tap is often more economical and less time-consuming than replacing entire parts or components.