Pipe Tap 1/8-27 NPT - Vermont American

The Vermont American 20371 Pipe Tap 1/8-27 NPT is a professional-grade tool engineered for creating and repairing precision tapered pipe threads in critical automotive and industrial systems. Designed for technicians and mechanics, this tap ensures reliable, pressure-tight connections essential for maintaining system integrity across various applications.

Key Features

• Standard 1/8-27 NPT Size: Specifically designed for common tapered pipe threads found on components like oil pressure senders, coolant temperature sensors, and boost/vacuum ports, ensuring broad compatibility.
• Precision-Ground Cutting Edges: Produces clean, accurate threads critical for proper fitting engagement, significantly reducing the potential for leaks in high-pressure fluid and air systems.
• Hardened Construction: Manufactured by Vermont American for exceptional durability and consistent performance, built to withstand the rigorous demands of daily professional shop or field service.
• Tapered Profile: Facilitates correct thread engagement and promotes a self-sealing fit, which is crucial for maintaining system integrity and preventing leaks.
• Versatile Material Compatibility: Effectively works with a range of materials including steel, brass, aluminum, and cast iron components, offering adaptability across various repair scenarios.

Applications

• Automotive: Ideal for creating or restoring 1/8-27 NPT ports for essential components such as oil pressure and temperature senders, aftermarket gauge installations, boost reference fittings, and vacuum ports on intake manifolds and charge pipes.
• Industrial Maintenance: Facilitates the repair of threaded ports in manifolds, valves, cylinders, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, test points, and control panels, ensuring equipment longevity.
• Plumbing & HVAC: Used for creating or chasing internal NPT threads on pipe runs, fittings, regulators, and control valves where 1/8-27 NPT is specified for secure connections.
• Custom Fabrication: Enables the addition of sensor and fitting ports to custom tanks, brackets, intake tubes, intercooler piping, and manifolds for specialized projects.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vermont American
• Model Number: 20371
• Type: Pipe Tap
• Thread Size: 1/8-27 NPT
• Weight: 0.03 lbs