8-32 NC High Carbon Steel Machine Screw Bottoming Tap - Vermont American

The Vermont American 8-32 NC High Carbon Steel Machine Screw Bottoming Tap, Model 20261, is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics requiring precise internal thread cutting. Crafted from durable high carbon steel, this bottoming tap is designed to create accurate right-hand threads for machine screws, ensuring secure and tight fastener engagement in a variety of automotive and industrial applications. Its robust construction provides consistent performance and extended tool life.

Key Features

• Precision Threading: Manufactured to exacting specifications, this tap ensures the creation of precise 8-32 NC internal threads, promoting secure bolt fitment.
• Bottoming Design: Features 1 - 1/2 threads chamfered at the tip, enabling efficient tapping to the very bottom of a blind hole.
• Durability and Resistance: Constructed from high carbon steel and treated for rust and tarnish resistance, enhancing tool longevity and maintaining fitting accuracy over time.
• Integrated Drill Size Reference: The required drill size for tapping is permanently etched directly onto the tool, offering quick and convenient reference during operation.

Applications

This 8-32 NC machine screw bottoming tap is an essential tool for creating or repairing internal threads in professional settings. It is particularly suitable for applications where threads need to extend deep into a blind hole, such as:

• Automotive Repair: Restoring damaged threads in engine components, chassis parts, or accessory mounting points.
• Industrial Maintenance: Tapping new threads for securing machinery components, fixtures, or electrical enclosures.
• Fabrication and Assembly: Creating precision threads in metal and other suitable materials for various custom projects and installations.