TAP & DIE SET 116 PC - Irwin

The IRWIN 116 PC Tap & Die Set (Model 1813817) is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics requiring a comprehensive solution for thread cutting and repair. This versatile set includes a wide array of fractional, metric, NPT, and BSP taps and dies, alongside essential accessories, to handle a diverse range of automotive and industrial applications. Designed for durability and precision, this set facilitates efficient and accurate threading tasks.

Key Features

• Efficient Die Changes: Features a twist-to-insert and remove die mechanism, eliminating the need for set screws and streamlining workflow.
• Ergonomic Design: Handles are ergonomically designed to provide enhanced control and comfort, reducing fatigue during extended use.
• Versatile Driving Options: The set allows for multiple driving methods, including the included die stock, a 3-inch ratchet, or a T-handle, offering adaptability in various working conditions.
• Self-Aligning Taps & Dies: Both taps and dies are engineered for self-alignment, ensuring straight starts and accurate threads every time, which helps prevent cross-threading.
• Advanced Chip Breaking: Taps incorporate chip-breaking technology for easier cutting and cleaner thread formation.
• Professional Durability: Constructed with additional steel at critical stress points to provide enhanced strength and longevity for demanding professional use.

Applications

This IRWIN tap and die set is an indispensable tool for creating new threads, repairing damaged threads, and performing general thread maintenance on a variety of materials. It is suitable for professional automotive workshops for tasks such as engine repair, chassis work, and component fabrication. In industrial settings, it supports machinery maintenance, equipment assembly, and custom fabrication projects where precise and durable threading is paramount.

Specifications

The 116-piece set includes 34 plug taps covering a broad spectrum of NC, NF, NPT, and BSP thread types in fractional and metric sizes, ranging from #4-40 TPI NC up to 1/2 Inch-20 TPI NF, and 3mm-0.5 Pitch up to 12mm-1.75 Pitch. It also contains 34 corresponding 1-inch hexagon dies, 34 drill bits, 5 spiral flute screw extractors, and various accessories such as die stocks, tap sockets, and pitch gauges for both SAE and Metric measurements.