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TAP 8"x40"* - Irwin

Name: TAP 8x40*
Brand: Irwin
SKU: 443089
Price: 2.63 USD
Availability: InStock

Part #: 1126ZR

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The IRWIN 1126ZR TAP 8"x40" is a professional-grade hand threading tool designed for precision thread creation and restoration in demanding automotive and industrial applications. Crafted for reliability and consistent performance, this tap is an essential addition to any professional technician's toolkit for maintenance, repair, and assembly tasks.

Key Features

High Carbon Steel Construction: Manufactured from high carbon steel (HCS), this tap offers an optimal balance of hardness and wear resistance, ensuring extended tool life and consistent cutting performance through various materials.
Precise 8-40 NS Threading: Designed to cut 8-40 National Special (NS) threads with a 2B class tolerance, ensuring a secure and accurate fit for corresponding machine screws and fasteners.
Versatile Plug Chamfer: The plug tap style features a 3 to 5 thread chamfer, making it suitable for general-purpose threading applications and facilitating easier entry into pre-drilled holes.
Efficient Chip Removal: Equipped with four straight flutes, this tap efficiently clears chips during operation, preventing buildup and promoting clean, precise threads with reduced risk of jamming or breakage.
Right-Hand Cut Design: Engineered for standard right-hand cutting, providing familiar and efficient operation for professional users.

Applications

The IRWIN 1126ZR TAP 8"x40" is ideal for a broad range of professional applications. It excels in routine maintenance, allowing technicians to clean and restore existing threads in components. This tap is particularly effective for repairing stripped or damaged threads, ensuring that critical fasteners can be reinstalled securely. It can also be used for creating new 8-40 NS threads in various materials, including mild steel, aluminum, brass, and plastics, making it a versatile tool for custom fabrication and component modification.