4303 1/4-20" High Carbon Steel Fractional Plug Tap - Vermont American

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vermont American
• Model Number: 20018
• Part Number: 4303
• Thread Size: 1/4-20 UNC (Unified National Coarse)
• Tap Type: Plug Tap
• Material: High Carbon Steel
• Standard: Fractional

Key Features

• High Carbon Steel Construction: Engineered for durability and wear resistance, providing consistent performance and extended tool life.
• Precise 1/4-20 UNC Threading: Designed to cut accurate 1/4-inch diameter threads with 20 threads per inch, adhering to industry-standard specifications.
• Plug Tap Configuration: Features 3-5 chamfered threads, making it suitable for general-purpose threading in through-holes and for initiating threads in blind holes.
• Fractional Sizing: Ensures compatibility with common US customary fasteners and components for a wide range of applications.
• Vermont American Craftsmanship: Manufactured to maintain established quality standards for reliable and accurate thread cutting.

Applications

• Creating new internal threads in various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
• Cleaning, repairing, or re-threading damaged existing threads (thread chasing).
• Essential for general maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) tasks in automotive, machinery, and fabrication shops.
• Suitable for both light industrial use and DIY projects requiring standard 1/4-20 threads.

Benefits

• Durable Performance: The high carbon steel material resists abrasion, delivering a long-lasting tool for repetitive thread cutting operations.
• Accurate Threading: Consistently cuts precise 1/4-20 UNC threads, which ensures a proper fit and secure fastening for components.
• Versatile Threading Solution: The plug tap design effectively handles a broad spectrum of threading tasks, from starting new threads to general through-hole applications.
• Cost-Effective Tooling: Provides reliable and efficient performance for common threading needs, reducing the necessity for frequent tool replacement.
• Enhanced Project Efficiency: Creates clean, consistent threads, which minimizes rework and improves the overall quality and speed of assembly.